Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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I invite you on an extraordinary journey into the most hidden corners of the city. I will show you places that remain invisible to most visitors – spaces hidden between the walls of the Old Town, secrets you won’t find on maps or in guidebooks.
Through photographs, I will reveal inaccessible corners and show you exactly where the city’s greatest secrets are hidden. We will travel back more than 500 years to the time of witches, dark legends, and robbers hiding in the underground passages of Edinburgh that have survived to this day.
This is a journey into a world known only to a few. If you want to see the city from a completely different perspective, join me and discover secrets that have remained hidden for centuries.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Edinburgh Old Town
I invite you on an extraordinary journey into the most hidden corners of the city. I will show you places that remain invisible to most visitors – spaces hidden between the walls of the Old Town, secrets you won’t find on maps or in guidebooks. Through photographs, I will reveal inaccessible corners and show you exactly where the city’s greatest secrets are hidden. We will travel back more than 500 years to the time of witches, dark legends, and robbers hiding in the underground passages of Edinburgh that have survived to this day. This is a journey into a world known only to a few. If you want to see the city from a completely different perspective, join me and discover secrets that have remained hidden for centuries.
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Secret Tours
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Memorable experiences in the city
Daydream57631506773,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Secret Tours Edinburgh turned out to be one of the most surprising and memorable experiences in the city. From the very beginning, it felt less like a standard guided tour and more like being let in on the hidden layers of Edinburgh that most people walk straight past without noticing. What made it stand out was how many completely unknown corners of the city we discovered, all located right in the heart of the centre, yet so easy to miss if you don’t know where to look. Narrow closes, hidden courtyards, and tucked-away passages suddenly came alive with stories that gave them real meaning. We were also taken to a few genuinely secret spots that felt almost like stepping behind the curtain of the city. Each location came with fascinating explanations, mixing history, local legends, and little-known facts that you wouldn’t find in typical guidebooks.
Great experience
Discover55990737027,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the tour with Secret Tours Edinburgh. I’ve been to Edinburgh a few times before, but I still learned so many things and discovered places I had no idea about. The stories were interesting, the guide was great, and the whole tour felt very natural and engaging. You can really feel the history of the city while walking around. Such a great experience and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Edinburgh!
Hidden Gems and Famous Sights
alexnZ9910KL,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Secret tours in Edinburgh are a fantastic way to discover a different side of the city. Some of the places you visit are truly hidden and easy to miss on your own, which makes the experience feel special and a bit mysterious. The guides share interesting stories, local legends, and lesser-known facts that you won’t find in typical tourist spots. The tour combines secret places with well-known sights, offering a more complete and engaging view of the city.
Great tour
NorthStar65855982909,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I joined a secret places walking tour in Edinburgh and it was a really great experience. The tour covers some of the main areas of the city, but what makes it special is that the guide also shows places that are genuinely hidden. We walked around the Old Town near Royal Mile, but also went through tiny closes, hidden courtyards, and small passages that most people would simply walk past without noticing. Some of the spots were really well hidden and I would never have found them on my own. The guide was friendly and shared interesting stories about the city’s history and some lesser-known facts about Edinburgh. If you enjoy discovering places that are a bit off the usual tourist route, this tour is definitely worth doing. It shows a different side of the city.
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