2-Hour Historical Walking Tour Discovering Edinburgh's Old Town
Overview
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2 hours
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This is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, West Parliament Square, Lady Stairs close, the writers museum, the Lawnmarket, Johnston Terrace, Victoria Street, The Grassmarket, Candlemaker Row, Greyfriar's Kirkyard. Greyfriar's Bobby and The Elephant House.
Your costumed guide will share with you the stories that makes up the incredibly colourful History of Scotland's capital. We talk about heroes and villains, witches and pirates, wizards and damsels in distress, Kings and Queens and famous dogs. There's something for everyone. UPDATE We have just won an award for Excellence in Service in Scotland in 2024 so this tour is tremendous value for money.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
2hr Historical Walking Tour
Gratuities
What To Expect
Edinburgh Old Town
"Award-winning 2-hour historical walking tour through Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. Led by expert guide in authentic handmade costume, discover hidden stories behind St Giles Cathedral, Royal Mile's cobbled streets, atmospheric Grassmarket, and Victoria Street (inspiration for Diagon Alley). Visit Parliament Square where history was made, literary Makars Court celebrating Scottish writers, mysterious Greyfriars kirkyard, and George IV Bridge's architectural marvels. Experience bagpipe music, meet 'the world's most famous dog,' and uncover local secrets only natives know. Perfect 5-star reviews, intimate small groups, customizable for your interests. This isn't just sightseeing - it's time travel through centuries of Scottish history, literature, and legend. Book your authentic Edinburgh adventure today!"
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Historical Walking Tour
Reviews
46 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Charlotte was very...
Dan C,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Charlotte was very knowledgeable and passionate about Edinburgh! Very informative tour. Smaller size tour was also enjoyable.
Old town tour
W4781QQleilas,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, Charlotte was lovely! We did a tour along The Royal Mile - Charlotte is truly passionate about its history and no question was left unanswered - left the tour with a deeper appreciation for the Old Town.
Edinburgh City Tour in Small Group
Susanne P,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The guided tour with Scarlet was an enriching experience overall. Technically, she has impressive knowledge. However, the story occupied a rather dominant place at the beginning – we spent the first half hour giving a detailed talk in a single place. That was informative, but we would have liked a little more exercise. Later on, she told exciting, sometimes somewhat debauched, but very pictorial and vivid stories. You could tell she was passionate about this. The route took us to interesting and partly hidden places that we probably would not have discovered on our own.
Very Informative Tour!
H2372TNmichelleg,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Charlotte was very informative! She definitely know the history of Edinburgh. She is very interactive and great at expressing the Kings and Queens personalities…your imagination will take you back in time. We learned more about Edinburgh with this tour. Thanks Charolette! For accommodating our schedule as well : ) Chris & Michelle Colorado, USA
Our Tour guide Charlotte
susanneaM7147MO,
May 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed Charlotte's historical walking tour very much. She is very knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. We would definitely choose her for our next tours.
Fantastic!
Michelle K,
Mar 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a “must-do” tour! Our guide was dressed the part, she was extremely knowledgeable, funny, and a great storyteller. It was over before we knew it because she kept us in rapt attention! It was a great tour and well worth the small fee of it!
Best tour in Edinburgh!!
bgY4099EV,
Jan 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carlotte is the best guide you can get! Taking all the time, telling good and interesting stories about Edinburgh. Had such a wonderful time! When we come back to Edinburgh, we would love to go on tour with Carlotte again!
A great walking tour through Old Edinburgh's historic sites.
Curious452981,
Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very interesting tour of old Edinburgh with Charlotte, who not only revealed numerous interesting stories of the lives of some more famous residents, but also explained what life was like for the poor as well. Charlotte also enlightened us with a timeline of the Kings and Queens of the U.K. and how they changed Scotland across the centuries. All in all, I’d highly recommend Charlotte’s tour, and her authentic costume really added something to the whole experience!
Outstanding tour guide.
Donna M,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Charlotte our tour guide was beyond amazing. She was so knowledgeable and charismatic, with stories that brought the Old Town to life. She answered all of our extensive questions and included the kids. My kids were raving about how good it was and are still discussing the stories. The tour covered all of the important parts and She advised us on what else to see while here.
Enlightened tour of Edinburgh
Deborah S,
Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Charlotte was an extremely knowledgeable tour guide, conveying history of Edinburgh sprinkled with marvellous anecdotes. Highly recommended.
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