Private Old Edinburgh Tour - Walk in the footsteps of Royals and Rogues! | 2 hours

213 Reviews | Edinburgh
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Private Tour for 2 people
2 Adults x $138.04
$276.08
Approx Total
$276.08
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 1 person
2 Adults x $106.67
$213.34
Approx Total
$213.34
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 6-10 people
2 Adults x $200.78
$401.56
Approx Total
$401.56
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 3-5 people
2 Adults x $175.68
$351.36
Approx Total
$351.36
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 2 people
2 Adults x $138.12
$276.24
Approx Total
$276.24
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 1 person
2 Adults x $106.73
$213.46
Approx Total
$213.46
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 6-10 people
2 Adults x $200.90
$401.80
Approx Total
$401.80
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 3-5 people
2 Adults x $175.79
$351.58
Approx Total
$351.58
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 2 people
2 Adults x $138.73
$277.46
Approx Total
$277.46
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 1 person
2 Adults x $107.20
$214.40
Approx Total
$214.40
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 6-10 people
2 Adults x $201.80
$403.60
Approx Total
$403.60
Duration: 2 hours
Private Tour for 3-5 people
2 Adults x $176.57
$353.14
Approx Total
$353.14
Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities

Overview

Welcome to Historic Edinburgh Tours! We will take you on a fascinating journey through the historic streets of the Old Town. You'll get to explore the very places where some of Scotland's most famous (and infamous) characters once walked and lived. From Mary, Queen of Scots to Bonnie Prince Charlie, Deacon Brodie and more, this is an unmissable opportunity to discover Edinburgh's rich history. Robert, your local guide, will come dressed in a kilt for your private tour. He will also carry a book of archive images. Robert will show you the city's iconic landmarks while sharing fascinating insights into its past. With our archive images, you'll be able to see how Edinburgh has changed over the years - and even compare it to its present-day counterpart. This is an experience not to be missed for history buffs and tourists alike!

Itinerary

  • Greyfriars

    Your tour starts just inside the main gate of Greyfriars Kirkyard. You'll find out about Edinburgh's famous 'wee dug'; Greyfriars Bobby. There are a number of versions of his story. We'll let you make your own mind up!

    15 minutes

  • Grassmarket

    Candlemaker Row and the Grassmarket will be next on your route. You'll find out about one of Scotland's most significant weddings and how it affected Edinburgh. You'll follow the route of the pre-wedding party.

    25 minutes

  • Royal Mile

    Your tour will take in a number of locations along Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile. We'll see where Mary, Queen of Scots spent part of her childhood, we'll visit a charming little courtyard (with a royal link) and we'll discover the very strange story of Deacon William Brodie and his hanging. We get to cover a brief history of St Giles before visiting the site of the old Mercat Cross. You'll learn about the significance of this location in the story of Prince Charles Edward Stewart ('Bonnie Prince Charlie') before we visit an atmospheric Old Town close. The stories here will be rather memorable...

    40 minutes

  • N/A

    The Cowgate is often ignored by other tours, but we'll make the most of it when we discover what life was like for Edinburgh's Victorian poor.

    10 minutes

  • University of Edinburgh

    We'll visit two stops which belong to the famous University of Edinburgh. Burke and Hare, the infamous Irish murderers, came to where we make our penultimate stop. You'll find out how this pair worked, why they were able to murder so many people...and finally what happened to them. We may even look at the 'traditional' Highland outfit your guide will be wearing. Your final stop takes place near to Old College (or, if it's open to us, inside Old College). This is possibly one of the most fascinating places on our tour. It looks incredible now...but the story we share is even more explosive. Literally!

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

5.0

213 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 211 reviews with 5 stars

Lovely walk through history

Published on Nov, 2024

So very informative, I would say, pleasant walk while getting to know the city and it's history. This tour was really a pleasure.

Lovely walk through history

Published on Nov, 2024

So very informative, I would say, pleasant walk while getting to know the city and it's history. This tour was really a pleasure.

Lovely walk through history

Published on Nov, 2024

So very informative, I would say, pleasant walk while getting to know the city and it's history. This tour was really a pleasure.

Jacobite Tour of the Old Town of Edinburgh with Robert Howie

Published on Oct, 2024

We and our friends very much enjoyed a private Jacobite tour of the Old Town with Robert which lasted two hours. He is an excellent raconteur and has a wonderful knowledge of that period. He brought to life the events leading up to the Jacobite occupation of the city and the characters involved in it. He showed us places and sites we did not know existed, such as the Flodden Wall and Tweedale Court and he embellished his talk with amusing poetical ditties. A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.

Jacobite Tour of the Old Town of Edinburgh with Robert Howie

Published on Oct, 2024

We and our friends very much enjoyed a private Jacobite tour of the Old Town with Robert which lasted two hours. He is an excellent raconteur and has a wonderful knowledge of that period. He brought to life the events leading up to the Jacobite occupation of the city and the characters involved in it. He showed us places and sites we did not know existed, such as the Flodden Wall and Tweedale Court and he embellished his talk with amusing poetical ditties. A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.

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