Private Tour
Private Royal Mile Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Royal Mile Walking Tour offer a glimpse of the history, characters and events that have shaped Edinburgh's Past. You might learn a little, laugh a little or maybe even both on this informative, interesting and friendly small group (maximum of 8 people) 2 to 2.5 hour walking tour.
If you plan to visit Edinburgh Castle at the end of the tour please book your castle tickets in advance for the time slot that matches the tour end time.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
This is a walking tour only. All attractions are viewed from the outside only.
Gratuities
What To Expect
Palace of Holyroodhouse
View the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Holyrood Abbey from the outside.
The Scottish Parliament
View the Scottish Parliament from the outside as you walk up the Royal Mile.
Options
Private Royal Mile Walking Tour
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour full of treasures
409petrinas,
Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Edinburgh Castle to Palace Tour was so good! Sam was an awesome tour guide. She knew and shared so many cool historical details about the Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace. We enjoyed spending the day with her and exploring. She showed us so many cool places that we would never have known to look at on our own and it was amazing to hear the history behind these places. We loved our tour and we will definitely be doing more tours with Sam when we’re next in Edinburgh. Thanks Sam!
A Gem of a Royal Mile Tour
Terry M,
Oct 7, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00A tremendous tour with a true professional and very personable guide who was extremely well versed in the history of Edinburgh. Entertaining us throughout the tour, she kept us mesmerized with people-related anecdotes that gave life to the history while simultaneously educating us. We were completely enthralled with the entire presentation and would recommend it as a must do in Edinburgh.
Free guided walk down the Royal Mile.
Lilian W,
Aug 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joined the free tour at the City Chambers at 2pm during the festival. Lucky to have Victor as our guide and, with just 3 in the party, it was a very informative and joyful slow trek to the castle and then down to Greyfriars. I join this tour every year though usually choose the morning session. As there were 25 people on that session (not sure how many guides they used) then I'm pleased to have waited until later. The guide has been different each year, all are good but I appreciated Victor's depth of knowledge and sense of humour. Stories were approached from angles I'd never considered before. I was particularly shocked by Lady Stair's "fashion accessory" If you are looking for a themed tour Victor is willing to oblige, contact him through the website.
Sam is great!
Michael W,
Apr 22, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam was fantastic! I could not believe anyone could know so much about the city! Her enthusiasm and love of Edinburgh showed throughout the tour. Although it costs more, would recommend a personal tour. You learn so much more
Really interesting and enjoyable
Susan H,
Aug 25, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a long tour, but Sam, your guide, is genuinely is so engaging that you completely forget the time as she takes you through Edinburgh's history. We learnt so much and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the walk. They only do small groups so very intimate and loads of real detail. Definite recommendation
Fun and interesting
Kate F,
Nov 18, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Sam on our walking tour this weekend. Sam was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Lots of anecdotes and little facts that we would never have known. Highly recommend, would definitely book another tour. Thanks Sam
Excellent tour
Joe H,
Nov 11, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour this morning with Sam. It was a great time. She was both knowledgeable and personable and had interesting observations and anecdotes throughout. We enjoyed both the walk and the talk.
Be ready to walk!
Kelly K,
Jul 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This tour was very good and we received a lot of information. We went in under the impression that we would stay on the royal mile its self and it would help us to get the lay of the land, so to speak. That is not the case! Be ready for 3 hours of up and down hills and staircases.
Awesome tour
Carol M,
Jul 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide David from Australia was very knowledgeable & interesting. We learned a lot of the history of Edinburgh & enjoyed the walk. It is a very hilly city so be prepared to walk up & down hills & stairs. We loved it!
Fiona Brown
artrosen,
May 20, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent and well-prepared tour guide. Makes it fun for 2 hours. If you are looking for an experienced, articulate, and entertaining tour guide, Fiona is recommended
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