Edinburgh: Castle & Old Town Tour with Tickets, Map, & Guide
Old Town, Edinburgh, Edinburgh
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.
Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour with Castle Visit
This guided walking tour covers Edinburgh's Old Town major sights, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore Edinburgh's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit iconic locations such as The Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral, and Greyfriars Kirkyard
- Admire views from Edinburgh Castle walls
- Discover local dining and drinking spots
- Stand on the street that inspired Diagon Alley
Description
Begin your tour on the historic Royal Mile, where a guide leads you along cobbled streets and hidden closes, revealing Edinburgh's most fascinating stories. Visit key landmarks including St Giles' Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, The Writers Museum, The Grassmarket, and Victoria Street.
Your guide will then take you to Edinburgh Castle, the city's top attraction. Learn about the 3,000-year-old fortress through stories of raids, royal births and deaths, and historic banquets. The tour concludes in the royal heart of the castle, where you may explore additional museums and galleries on your own.
Experienced guides connect themes of royalty, religion, politics, history, culture, art, and modern Edinburgh, presenting a compelling narrative from the city's Bronze Age origins to its status as a festival city.
Includes
- Admission to Edinburgh Castle
- Exclusive Edinburgh map
- English-speaking tour guide
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine and is outdoors for its full duration; please check the weather beforehand.
- Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- This tour is available only in English.
- Luggage over 30L and suitcases are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle; no nearby left luggage facilities are available.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your place. Wear comfortable footwear and dress appropriately for weather conditions. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for optimal views.
