Private Tour
Edinburgh Private Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore Scotland’s ancient capital and see a side to the city many visitors miss on this private 2.5-hour Edinburgh walking tour. Follow a private guide through the streets and alleyways to discover UNESCO–listed attractions and hidden gems. Stroll from the Old Town to the Royal Mile and take in key sites of interest such as the Grass market and Victoria Street. Hear tales from Edinburgh’s dim and distant past, and hear how historic events shaped the city we see today.
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours leave from the main entrance of St Giles' Cathedral on the Royal Mile. You will recognize your guide from the name badge around their neck
Please arrive at least five minutes early
Please dress for the Edinburgh weather, which can be very irregular
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
St Giles' Cathedral
See the outside of the building and hear about the interesting characters from it's past, how they shaped the most read book of all time and how that influenced the witch trials.
Royal Mile
See some of the highlights of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile on foot with your guide stopping to tell you about the must know facts, funny history and quirky stories. We will also point out the places locals like to eat and drink if you want such info.
Options
Private tour
Don't just be another face in the crowd of a large group tour, have your own intimate experience seeing the sights of Edinburgh with a local guide who will open your eyes to the best of Edinburgh.
Reviews
88 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kierin was knowledgeable....
Kim K,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kierin was knowledgeable. Entertaining, and full of love for his country. This was an enjoyable experience.
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Paul F,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Shanna provided us with a customized tour of Old Town that was informative and entertaining. Her knowledge of Edinburgh history - both of the royal families and its famous and infamous citizens made for a wonderful to both Edinburgh and Scotland ad well. Shanna and this tour are highly recommended!
Exceptional walking tour.
Patti S,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Shawna was a great tour guide very knowledgeable. We learned a great deal. Edinburgh has a lot to offer. Make sure you wear a comfy shoes for the tour.
Loved having our own guide
Debra R,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Royal Mile in Edinburgh is filled with people and large tour groups. It was wonderful for my husband and I to see all the highlights of Old Town while avoiding most of the congestion. Our guide, Adrian was knowledgeable, entertaining and made it a great experience. We definitely recommend him.
Excellent care for our walking need = enjoyable experience!
gabriella g,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great way to walk about Edinburgh in a way that fits your fitness level and learn so much about Scotland’s history by visiting the highlights at your pace. We decided on this style of tour because we can be slow walkers (knees hurt) and I would not want to slow a group of tourists… or miss out on the explanations! Anyway David was a fantastic tour guide. We explained our difficulties and he was always paying attention to our physical needs and making sure that we could negotiate slopes and staircases (of which there are plenty). We had a thoroughly enjoyable evening learning from him so many intricate details and taking the first look around Edinburgh! Definitely recommend this experience. 5 star!
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