Dive into the magic of the romantic and mystical Edinburgh with a friendly and fun walking tour. Go on a historical adventure that leads to one of the most haunted places in the UK, and much more.

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Duration 105 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Enjoy amazing panoramic views from the Castle Esplanade
Take lovely selfies from Victoria Terrace
Admire the beauty of the amazing St. Giles Cathedral
Explore the outside of the National Museum of Scotland
Discover Edinburgh's truly amazing story with this magical walking tour

Full description

See the magical side of Edinburgh with a guided walking tour of the city's historical Old Town. Explore the National Museum of Scotland, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and the Grassmarket. Say a special hello to a city legend, and head down the Royal Mile to discover hidden gems.

Meet your guide in front of the National Museum of Scotland and get introduced to the tour route. Explore the museum's history and then move on to the fascinating Greyfiars Kirkyard. Here, discover Edinburgh's truly amazing story and feel the spirit of the city radiate from this place.

Make a special visit to the lovely Bobby, a small-sized dog and city legend, that makes for a perfect selfie spot. Venture next to the Grassmarket, which recalls a certain Harry Potter alleyway, and browse the themed shops that lead up to the castle.

Take in panoramic views and learn interesting historical facts before strolling down the Royal Mile to discover a hidden gem, The Writers Museum. Afterward, take some time to admire the David Hume statue before finishing the tour at St. Giles Cathedral.

Includes

Guide
Hand sanitizer

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Your guide will be holding an ''Alfamega Tours'' sign, standing right in front of the National Museum of Scotland.

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What to bring

Weather-appropriate clothing

Edinburgh: Heart Of Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh: Heart Of Old Town Walking Tour

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