Secrets of the Royal Mile: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour | 2 hours 30 minutes

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Secrets of the Royal Mile: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour
2 Adults x $470.00
$940.00
Approx Total
$940.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation on the day (if required)
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off

Overview

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare running through Old Town, from Edinburgh Castle to the beautiful Palace of Holyrood House. Be completely immersed in the rich Scottish history that is ever-present amongst the medieval labyrinth of cobblestone alleyways and tenements. Home to the fascinating St Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square and John Knox House, The Royal Mile is a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of secrets not to be missed. Whilst exploring Old Town, one cannot help but notice Edinburgh Castle looming over the city. Your expert local guide will tell you about the fascinating history of this enigmatic fortress. Your tour finishes at Calton Hill, where we recommend you climb to explore the views at your own leisure.

Itinerary

  • Old Town

    Enjoy the walking tour of old town Edinburgh with your private licensed guide.

    30 minutes

  • The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle

    Enjoy a breathtaking view Vennel Viewpoint, a great place to take a picture of Edinburgh Castle.

    15 minutes

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse

    Admire the Palace of Holyroodhouse and hear about political controversy outside the Scottish Parliament.

    15 minutes

  • John Knox House Museum

    Walk by the historic John Knox House and hear about the history.

    15 minutes

  • Royal Mile

    Walk along the iconic Royal Mile, and discuss the history of Edinburgh.

    30 minutes

  • N/A

    Walk by Victoria Street and see one of the most photographed locations in the city and hear about Harry Potter stories. Visit St Giles Cathedral, founded in 1124 by King David I with its famed crown spire, and end your tour outside the entrance of Calton Hill, which you can climb up to explore at your own leisure.

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • 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.

  • 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

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Excellent rainy day tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Our tour guide was Saif (unsure of the spelling!), and he was excellent! We ended up with a rainy morning for our tour and he called to ask if we might prefer to do the tour in a cab and make strategic stops. Sounded great! He picked us up outside our hotel and talked us thru histories and areas of cultural import thru the whole of the Royal Mile. We made a bunch of stop-offs for photos - my spouse was so excited to see Adam Smith's tomb - and to see really cool points, but we didn't have to walk the whole thing in the pouring rain. He knew the roads, stops, and histories so well that we felt like we got a crash course in Edinburgh knowledge! Highly recommend!

Excellent rainy day tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Our tour guide was Saif (unsure of the spelling!), and he was excellent! We ended up with a rainy morning for our tour and he called to ask if we might prefer to do the tour in a cab and make strategic stops. Sounded great! He picked us up outside our hotel and talked us thru histories and areas of cultural import thru the whole of the Royal Mile. We made a bunch of stop-offs for photos - my spouse was so excited to see Adam Smith's tomb - and to see really cool points, but we didn't have to walk the whole thing in the pouring rain. He knew the roads, stops, and histories so well that we felt like we got a crash course in Edinburgh knowledge! Highly recommend!

Excellent rainy day tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Our tour guide was Saif (unsure of the spelling!), and he was excellent! We ended up with a rainy morning for our tour and he called to ask if we might prefer to do the tour in a cab and make strategic stops. Sounded great! He picked us up outside our hotel and talked us thru histories and areas of cultural import thru the whole of the Royal Mile. We made a bunch of stop-offs for photos - my spouse was so excited to see Adam Smith's tomb - and to see really cool points, but we didn't have to walk the whole thing in the pouring rain. He knew the roads, stops, and histories so well that we felt like we got a crash course in Edinburgh knowledge! Highly recommend!

Excellent rainy day tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Our tour guide was Saif (unsure of the spelling!), and he was excellent! We ended up with a rainy morning for our tour and he called to ask if we might prefer to do the tour in a cab and make strategic stops. Sounded great! He picked us up outside our hotel and talked us thru histories and areas of cultural import thru the whole of the Royal Mile. We made a bunch of stop-offs for photos - my spouse was so excited to see Adam Smith's tomb - and to see really cool points, but we didn't have to walk the whole thing in the pouring rain. He knew the roads, stops, and histories so well that we felt like we got a crash course in Edinburgh knowledge! Highly recommend!

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