Old Town + The Royal Mile Edinburgh Walking Tour

Highlights

Start off at the gates of Edinburgh Castle
Walk the Royal Mile with a guide
Wander past Harry Potter Locations
Admire some of the best architecture in Europe

Summary

You will learn about the history of this medieval city, with more than 3000 years, from St Giles Cathedral & Edinburgh Castle walk along the Royal Mile to see the main sites of Edinburgh.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Group Size

Pricing (From)

Participant: (5-80 years)

$0.00

Why take this tour?

Edinburgh has become one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

You will learn about the history of this medieval city, with more than 3000 years, from the first tribes that populated it, the Picts, to the men in kilts.

We will discuss its most important buildings, such as St. Giles Cathedral, or Edinburgh Castle. We will walk through its most iconic streets, such as the Royal Mile and Victoria Street.

We will visit the sculpture of Bobby the loyal guard dog, which is next to Greyfriars cemetery, where many mysteries and legends are hidden, and some paranormal activity.

What’s included?

Licensed Local Tour Guide
Digital Ticket
Meet Fellow Travelers and Locals
Food
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Tour is in English.
This is not a food tour.
2 hours in duration
The booking fee is optional.

Before you go

Participants must book in advance.
Tour is in English.
Tour runs on pay-what-you-like model

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

Confirmation necessary?

Yes

Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

Operator Website

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About operator:

Free Tours by Foot is the original free walking tour company, in operation since 2007.

We are a group of fun-loving tour guides who have come together for a common cause: To teach history and entertain guests with creative tours and travel advice for the world's greatest cities.

Free Tours by Foot has partnered with expert local guides to offer thousands of walking tours for more than a decade and is among the top-rated walking tour companies in all our cities.

We offer tours at no upfront costs so that everyone can enjoy fun, creative, and educational walking, food, bike, and bus tours for any travel budget.

Our guides have to work extra hard to entertain you and earn your appreciation. It's the best guarantee in the business!

We also offer private, fee-based tours for families, students, and any group looking for a more intimate and affordable sightseeing option.

We've been featured in travel guides like Lonely Planet, top press like the New York Times, and travel bloggers from all over the world. We have given tours to Hollywood stars, foreign ambassadors, and local elementary schools.