Old Town Historical and Underground Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Led by either the holder of a PhD in Scottish history or a guide with decades of experience providing historic tours in Scotland’s capital, this 90-minute tour is a fascinating journey through Edinburgh’s celebrated Old Town. Revel in the majesty of the famous Royal Mile with its stunning architecture, but also visit the secluded closes and courts lying just off the High Street and discover their dramatic stories. Find out about the world famous poets, novelists, philosophers and inventors who called this neighbourhood home but also the notorious thieves, murderers and bodysnatchers who stalked the streets after dark. The tour includes a trip through Canongate Kirkyard and a visit to our underground vaults below South Bridge, where you will find out how it came to be and who used to live there.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
For those who want to learn more about Edinburgh’s past this tour is a must do!
Access to our exclusive section of underground.
Learn about the extraordinary events which shaped this great city.
90 Minute tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town and South Bridge vaults.
Relaxed nature of the tour allows for plenty of questions and further discussion.
Tour led by a well trained, highly knowledgeable and personable guide.
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What To Expect
City of Edinburgh Tours
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Old Town Historical and Underground Tour
Reviews
1,279 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun tour!
Kathryn P,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fun adventure exploring some of the hidden history of Edinburgh, very informative and entertaining
A great tour of the underground
Cliff R,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour guide with a young and very dynamic way of explaining what we were looking at We really enjoyed the entire time we were there
Kokkie our tour guide was...
Mike C,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kokkie our tour guide was great! Very informative, interesting and fun tour. Would definitely go again.!
Fantastic tour
Patricia W,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00The historic and underground tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town was an absolutely fascinating experience. The history, the mysterious atmosphere of the underground, and the captivating anecdotes truly brought the city to life. A big thank you to Alex, our guide, who was exceptional: clear, passionate, funny, and very attentive to the group. Thanks to him, we learned a lot while having a great time. I highly recommend this tour!
Alistar was a great tour...
Rangika F,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alistar was a great tour guide and was very knowledgeable!! Great great tour!! Fun stories!! Just fun
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