Private Royal Mile Walking Tour | 2 hours 30 minutes

11 Reviews | Edinburgh
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • This is a walking tour only. All attractions are viewed from the outside only.
  • Gratuities

Overview

The Royal Mile Walking Tour offer a glimpse of the history, characters and events that have shaped Edinburgh's Past.  You might learn a little, laugh a little or maybe even both on this informative, interesting and friendly small group (maximum of 8 people) 2 to 2.5 hour walking tour. If you plan to visit Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour please book your castle tickets in advance for the time slot that matches the tour end time.

Itinerary

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass By)

    View the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Holyrood Abbey from the outside.

  • The Scottish Parliament (Pass By)

    View the Scottish Parliament from the outside as you walk up the Royal Mile.

  • White Horse Close (Pass By)

    Discover one of the Royal Mile's hidden gems.

  • Canongate Kirk (Pass By)

    The Canongate Kirkyard is the burial place of Adam Smith, Robert Ferguson and legend has it David Rizzio, Mary Queen of Scots secretary.

  • John Knox House Museum (Pass By)

    One of the Royal Mile's oldest buildings.

  • Mercat Cross (Pass By)

    Site of proclamations, punishments and gatherings in the Royal Mile.

  • St Giles' Cathedral (Pass By)

    Viewed from the outside

  • Lady Stairs House (Pass By)

    One of the Royal Miles hidden Mansions.

  • Edinburgh Castle (Pass By)

    Viewed from the Esplanade.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 28100% refund
April 29No refund

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • 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

4.9

11 reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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A Gem of a Royal Mile Tour

Published on Oct, 2022

A tremendous tour with a true professional and very personable guide who was extremely well versed in the history of Edinburgh. Entertaining us throughout the tour, she kept us mesmerized with people-related anecdotes that gave life to the history while simultaneously educating us. We were completely enthralled with the entire presentation and would recommend it as a must do in Edinburgh.

A Gem of a Royal Mile Tour

Published on Oct, 2022

A tremendous tour with a true professional and very personable guide who was extremely well versed in the history of Edinburgh. Entertaining us throughout the tour, she kept us mesmerized with people-related anecdotes that gave life to the history while simultaneously educating us. We were completely enthralled with the entire presentation and would recommend it as a must do in Edinburgh.

Free guided walk down the Royal Mile.

Published on Aug, 2022

Joined the free tour at the City Chambers at 2pm during the festival. Lucky to have Victor as our guide and, with just 3 in the party, it was a very informative and joyful slow trek to the castle and then down to Greyfriars. I join this tour every year though usually choose the morning session. As there were 25 people on that session (not sure how many guides they used) then I'm pleased to have waited until later. The guide has been different each year, all are good but I appreciated Victor's depth of knowledge and sense of humour. Stories were approached from angles I'd never considered before. I was particularly shocked by Lady Stair's "fashion accessory" If you are looking for a themed tour Victor is willing to oblige, contact him through the website.

Free guided walk down the Royal Mile.

Published on Aug, 2022

Joined the free tour at the City Chambers at 2pm during the festival. Lucky to have Victor as our guide and, with just 3 in the party, it was a very informative and joyful slow trek to the castle and then down to Greyfriars. I join this tour every year though usually choose the morning session. As there were 25 people on that session (not sure how many guides they used) then I'm pleased to have waited until later. The guide has been different each year, all are good but I appreciated Victor's depth of knowledge and sense of humour. Stories were approached from angles I'd never considered before. I was particularly shocked by Lady Stair's "fashion accessory" If you are looking for a themed tour Victor is willing to oblige, contact him through the website.

Sam is great!

Published on Apr, 2022

Sam was fantastic! I could not believe anyone could know so much about the city! Her enthusiasm and love of Edinburgh showed throughout the tour. Although it costs more, would recommend a personal tour. You learn so much more

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