Private Tour
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Experience Edinburgh captivating history and hidden secrets at your own rhythm with our expertly crafted audio tour that transforms your smartphone into a personal storyteller. Unlike rushed group tours with rigid schedules, you control the journey pause to photograph stunning architecture, linger in atmospheric closes, or revisit fascinating locations that capture your imagination. Our meticulously researched commentary unveils exclusive historical insights, legendary tales, delivered through crystal-clear narration by professional storytellers whose engaging voices bring centuries of Scottish heritage to life. The superior flexibility allows you to explore during golden hour for perfect photos, avoid crowds by visiting popular sites at unconventional times, and dive deeper into locations that resonate with your personal interests, all while enjoying compelling storytelling that makes every step an adventure filled with "aha!" moments that traditional guidebooks simply cannot provide.
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Since this tour is a self-guided audio tour, you can choose where to start and finish according to your preference.
How Our Self-Guided Audio Tour Works:
1. Receive Access Links: On your selected date of travel, before your starting time, you'll receive an email containing two important links for your audio guide.
2. Audio Content (Link 1): Click on our secure SoundCloud web link to access the audio guides. You can listen to individual attraction guides or the entire tour to plan your visit. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the content before or during your tour.
3. Interactive Map (Link 2): Use our secure Google My Maps link to locate all attractions on an interactive map. Each point on the map corresponds to a stop on the tour and links directly to its audio guide.
4. Flexible Exploration: As you explore the city use the map to navigate between stops. At each location, simply click on the corresponding point to play the relevant audio guide.
5. Plan Your Route: You can use both links to plan your route in advance, deciding which attractions you want to prioritize or if you want to follow the suggested order of the tour.
6. Customer Support: If you have any questions about accessing or using the audio guide, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable experience
Remember, this self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace. Feel free to take breaks, spend more time at your favourite locations, or even split the tour across multiple days. The flexibility of our audio guide ensures you can tailor the experience to your preferences and schedule.
What to Bring: * Headphones/Earphones * Fully charged smartphone * Internet access
*While all the tourist attractions mentioned above are free to visit, please note that travelers will need to purchase their own tickets if any attraction charges fees for special sections or has recently implemented fees for additional services.
Select your preferred audio guide language during booking. Language selection cannot be changed after confirmation. If your language isn't available, contact us 48+ hours in advance and we'll prepare it specially for you.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Admission fee
Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for all 20 attractions
Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 20 attractions with audio guide individually
Private access links are valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days)
Audio devices (earphones and internet / Wi-Fi)
Edinburgh Waverley Station
Gateway to Scotland's capital, Waverley Station conceals remarkable Victorian engineering marvels beneath its bustling platforms. Your audio guide reveals the station's dramatic construction through solid rock, the ingenious solutions engineers employed to build within Edinburgh's challenging topography, and the secret royal waiting rooms hidden from public view. Discover how this architectural achievement became the launchpad for countless Scottish adventures, while learning about the famous personalities who passed through these halls and the pivotal role the station played during wartime. Explore the intricate ironwork and period details that most travelers rush past, understanding how this transportation hub shaped Edinburgh's modern identity and continues to welcome millions of visitors to Scotland's most enchanting city.
Canongate Kirk
Canongate Kirk stands as Edinburgh's most aristocratic church, where Scottish royalty once worshipped and literary legends found eternal rest. Your audio companion unveils the fascinating stories of notable figures buried in its atmospheric graveyard, including the poet Robert Fergusson who inspired Robert Burns, and reveals the kirk's unique role as the parish church of Holyroodhouse Palace. Wander through the historic cemetery at your leisure, discovering elaborate tombstones that tell tales of Edinburgh's golden age, while learning about the kirk's remarkable survival through religious upheavals and political changes. The audio guide illuminates architectural features that showcase Scotland's Presbyterian heritage and explains the kirk's continuing connection to the royal family, making every gravestone and carved detail a window into Scotland's rich cultural tapestry.
Operated by Uvamai Niche Tourism