Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day.
Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside of a historic house museum. You’ll learn about the history, culture and heritage of the Scottish capital, and there will be a break for lunch.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes, Edinburgh is a hilly city. We also recommend a windproof and rainproof jacket.
You will have free time during the lunch break. There will be cafes, pubs and restaurants for you to choose from with vegan and vegetarian options available.
The duration of the tour will be approx 5 - 5:30 hours, including the lunch break. We may need more time to access the historical sites and navigate the city during peak travel season (April to October), when more travellers are in town. Please note that in these months, the tour might be slightly longer.
The company is not responsible for participants arriving late and missing the beginning of the tour. If you miss the group at the starting point, please note that the first stop of the group would be Charlotte Square
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Charlotte Square
Our tour will start in the West End of Edinburgh where we will introduce the city and its neighbourhoods. In Charlotte Square, we'll admire elegant examples of neoclassical architecture and understand why Edinburgh is known as the ‘Athens of the North’
Georgian House
In Charlotte Square we will talk about the most iconic mansion of the New Town, the Georgian House. We will understand what the layout of Georgian townhouses looked like and what high society life was like in 18th and 19th century Edinburgh.
What‘s Included
Edinburgh Castle entrance ticket and guided tour
From 1 April 2026, admission to 1 Historic House, either Gladstone’s Land or The Georgian House
Local Tour Guide
Scottish National Gallery guided tour (highlights)
Lunch
Gratuities
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Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Reviews
699 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Mary B,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a lot of fun and very informative. Lots of walking but that made it even better in my opinion. Walking through the city is absolutely beautiful. Ben was our guide and he was very knowledgeable, personable and an all-around great tour guide. Would highly recommend this tour especially as a first day of your trip activity.
Outstanding Tour Led by a Brilliant Storyteller
Adventure419595,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Zenon, was incredibly knowledgeable and a great orator. Learned a great lot about the history of Edinburgh and Scotland. Will definitely request him again as a guide in the future. Left with an even greater appreciation for Edinburgh.
Edinburgh walking tour
Heidi G,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative and fun. The perfect tour to take to get an overview of the city. Then lots to re-visit if you have the time. Highly recommend.
Great Introduction to Edinburgh
JenniferC969,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful way to spend a day and get to know Edinburgh. Zenon was a great guide. The things he knows!!!
Best tour so far!
Nancy M,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had Mark C as our guide and sincerely, we were so lucky! Mark is an excellent communicator, who has passion for what he does which clearly motivates and inspires everyone around. He speaks very clearly and even my husband from Switzerland, who has sometimes difficulty to understand everything, could understand Mark perfectly! We loved this very thorough, comprehensive and complete tour! Worth every minute. We learned a lot with great fun! Thank you Mark so so much for your professional spirit and openness!
A must when visiting Edinburgh!
N7386IZchristineb,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zenon was our tour guide. He was quite knowledgeable and personable. We had a great day, learned a lot and made special memories. Thank you!
Memorable Tour of Edinburgh by James
Vilma A,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00James , the tour guide, made the experience memorable. His knowledge and insight were incredible. He showed great respect concern to his audience with his love of the city and history of the Scottish heritage. We highly recommend and appreciate James as our Tour guide.
Thanks Mark C!
Elizabeth O,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark C. was a wonderful tour guide. Appreciate how dedicated & detailed he was to group. I learned so much about Edinburgh history and art. Thanks!
A must-do in Edinburgh
Wander323489,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awesome overview of the core of Edinburgh and just enough history to provide the context to the city. Mark was a top-notch guide-we feel lucky to have had him. The only thing we wish we would have done is take this tour the first day of our vacation it would have given us a better perspective with which to explore for a week.
Really enjoyed James'...
Angela C,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed James' storytelling on this tour. Great coverage if the Edinburgh basics if you are short on time. Great suggestion by James for lunch.
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