Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond your visit.
Take the Story Home: evoke the memories:
- Listen to the tour playlist
Step into Edinburgh’s secrets and discover the heart of Scotland’s capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks. A beautiful city steeped in awe-inspiring history that has been perfectly preserved to this day, in the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Take a journey through time, as you explore the lives of Edinburgh residents from generations past and gone – from historical figures like Mary Queen of Scots, to the everyday folk who never left the city’s walls their entire lives.
With every step along the Royal Mile, echoes of the past surround you — stories of royalty, rebellion and culture brought vividly to life by our masterful Storytellers, and historic evidence that still stands today.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Public transportation options are available nearby
Wheelchair accessible
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
No children under 5
What To Expect
Mercat Cross
Meet your Storytelling Guide here for the start of your tour
Parliament House
Hear the history of Scotland's historic Parliament
Options
Small Group Royal Mile Walking
Maximum group size of 18 Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Exclusive multi-sensory experience; with master Storyteller guides
hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh, delivered through TourTalk audio devices
Small Group Experience
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An unforgettable Mercat Tour Experience with Grant!
rosemV114MH,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an incredible experience on the Mercat Tour, and a big part of that was our guide, Grant. He was absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable, engaging and clearly passionate about the history he was sharing. He brought the stories to life in such a captivating way that the group stayed fully immersed. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Scotland. If you're lucky enough to have Grant as your guide, you're in for a truly unforgettable experience!
Small Group Edinburgh Castle
T3315ARthomasm,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fabulous experience! First, directions to the tour meeting point were clear and exact. Our guide, Andrea, was a local and provided engaging and informative perspectives on the many historical sites in Edinburgh and the Castle. We were a group of 13 and were provided with listening devices and wonderful headphones (not the single cheap ear buds you get on most tours). These made all the difference, as we could hear Andrea, loud & clear, among the huge crowds along the Royal Mile. The tour included tickets to the Castle that allowed is to quickly bypass the queue to enter the Castle Grounds. Following the Castle visit we shopped along the Royal Mile and finished the day with a pint at the Jolly Judge Pub in James Court, a quiet place frequented by locals just steps off the Royal Mile. We highly recommend Mercat Tours for a great day in Edinburgh!
Great tour!
T9636ZLdianeg,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was terrific! The guide, Grant, was right on time. He was informative, funny and welcoming. The tour included history of the area that we had no idea of. The headsets helped with hearing him in a very noisy environment.
The Royal Mile
doreentF8745HV,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grant was the perfect tour guide. He shared a lot of history with a lot of humor.
Enlightening
351grahamm,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manny was great , very knowledgeable about the History of the City. Great guide
Well worth the time. So glad we did this tour.
Q8193BNdenises,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Veni was absolutely fantastic! Highly recommend her. Very informative and great personality. So happy we did this tour
A lovely couple of hours being shown around the Old town of Edinburgh with Mercattours.
559roderickh,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had Craig as our guide and he made the tour. Our best one yet that we experienced over the last 2 weeks, while visiting England and Scotland. If you are luckey enough to get Craig as your guide, enjoy!
Excellent performance, excellent reviews
Karen A,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Speak very clearly, and with a bit of fun, the historical narrative is very clear, taking care of the safety of the crew, responsible mind, take care of, the overall performance is very satisfied! So the score is satisfied
Fantastic
blossomw548,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Steph was incredible, she was funny and charming in her regaining of Edinburghs rich history. Would recommend to anyone who wants a greater insight into the cities personality
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