Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture. The tour runs for around two hours taking in many of the sites of the Old Town which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We strive to be informative yet entertaining on this tour, delivering an overview of Edinburgh with the passion it deserves.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
These tours run all the year round so please wear clothing that is appropriate for the Scottish climate and come in footwear that you are comfortable in for a two hour walking tour on the historic streets of Edinburgh.
Please Note - Children, aged 15 and under, will not be able to join the tour unless accompanied by a responsible adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuity
What To Expect
Edinburgh Old Town
The walking tour will take you up and down the network of cobbled streets and back alleys that make up the historic heart of the Old Town of Edinburgh. The tour runs for around two hours and you can expect to see sights such as St Giles Cathedral, the Mercat Cross, the George Heriot School and Edinburgh Castle (from the outside). Every guide who works with us is strongly encouraged to develop their own tour route to help ensure that they are passionate about the stories and history that they deliver on their tour. We believe this tour will give you a good understanding of Edinburgh and is a great basis for the other tours that we offer.
Options
Old Town Walking Tour & Brunch
Bunch at Hot Toddy: This option includes a dish from Hot Toddy Brunch menu and a hot drink of choice. Brunch is served from 9:00 AM to 1:45 PM.
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Reviews
2,049 reviews
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Jess, a local, gave us...
Kim S,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
4.00Jess, a local, gave us our tour of Old Town Edinburgh, which was informative of its history and the perfect amount of time. I was expecting a bit more walking, and an opportunity to ask questions/for recommendations at the end, but Jess has to jet off.
Excellent and Entertaining.
Samantha W,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jess (tour guide) was entertaining, informative, fun, and welcoming. She answered all the questions we had!
Walking tour of old town Edinburgh
sousan k,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
4.00Euan was knowledgeable about the city since he is Scottish unlike many other tour guides who are foreigners. He is very theatrical and is able to quote many authors.
Great stories, very entertaining !
riccardo m,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great stories, very entertaining ! Good walk mostly in the Old Town. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the history and culture.
Great tour with Euan. He...
Irene J,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour with Euan. He was very knowledgeable and we really learned a lot! Great way to get your visit started!!!
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