Edinburgh: Castle & Old Town Tour with Tickets, Map, & Guide


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Join your guide to explore Edinburgh's Old Town, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and Edinburgh Castle. Get to know the capital city through discovering its history and most important monuments.

Highlights

  • Explore the major sights of Edinburgh's Old Town on a comprehensive walking tour
  • Visit Edinburgh's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Admire the breathtaking views of Edinburgh from the castle walls
  • Discover the places where the locals eat and drink
  • Stand on the street that 'inspired' Diagon Alley

Description

Discover the rich history and captivating charm of Edinburgh's Old Town on our walking tour through the city's most significant places and monuments. Our tour begins on the historic Royal Mile, the backbone of Edinburgh's Old Town, where your guide lead you along the cobbled streets and down the hidden closes to uncover some of Edinburgh's most fascinating tales. You will cover all of the Old Town's major sights including; The Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, The Writers Museum, The Grassmarket, and Victoria Street. Your guide will then lead you into Edinburgh's number 1 must see attraction; Edinburgh Castle. Your guide will share with you the highlights of the 3,000 year old fortress, from stories of daring midnight raids, deadly banquets, from the birth of a king to the death of a queen. Your tour will then conclude in the royal heart of Edinburgh Castle where you can go on to spend extra time exploring the individual museums and gallery's which are not accessible during the tour. Our guides are all experienced and gifted storytellers and they will weave the themes of Royalty, Religion, Politics, History, Culture, Art, and 21st Century Edinburgh into a compelling narrative, stretching from the city's beginnings as a bronze age settlement to the bustling festival city that it is today. Book today and let the history and charm of Edinburgh's Old Town unfold before your eyes.

Includes

Admission to Edinburgh Castle Exclusive Map of Edinburgh English Speaking Tour Guide

Important Information

  • Please check the weather before the tour. This tour will take place rain or shine and we are outdoors for the duration of the experience. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the tour. This tour is currently available in the English language only. Luggage over 30L and suitcases are NOT permitted in Edinburgh Castle and there are no left luggage facilities nearby.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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