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
706 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Walking tour - full day Edinburgh
debbibeyers,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zenon was an incredible tour guide- lots of history and knowledge
Great tour with zenon
J4730MBmikeb,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with Zenon, very informative and interesting, he was easy to follow and relate to, would go with him again.
Day Tour
Rian B,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Guide John was very knowledgeable. It was a very informal tour with regards to history.....textbook and stories. Highly recommended.
Seeing Scotland
Ellen F,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a walking tour that takes you all over the city. If you are only in Scotland for a short time then it shows you pretty much the most you can see in a day. Ben was our tour guide and he was fantastic, I would definitely recommend him to anyone! It is a lot of walking so be prepared for that.
I loved the history and...
denise O,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved the history and the knowledge of the guide. He made it alot of fun and we saw alot in a short period of time to
Family day trip
johnsY3234PB,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was a phenomenal tour guide and a wealth of historical information. Great tour with a great tour guide. We highly recommend him. 5 stars.
Very worthwhile tour!
al l,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing full tour of most important landmarks of Edinburgh. Was always entertaining and lively, fantastic!
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.
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