Secrets of the Royal Mile walking tour of Edinburgh
Activities

Secrets of the Royal Mile walking tour of Edinburgh

4/5
Great
Based on 11 reviews
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Thursday to Sunday
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 1 hour 30 minutes
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • Go beyond the guidebooks and explore Edinburgh’s Old Town with an expert guide
  • Learn about royalty, writers, philosophers – and everyday Edinburgh folk
  • Discover another side of the capital on this walking tour
What to expect

Discover an Edinburgh beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks. Your expert guide will take you on a one and a half hour walking tour to all the places where history was made – the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. You’ll be hanging on your tour guide’s every word, as the true stories of the capital’s past unfold.

The characters? Think Mary Queen of Scots, David Hume, Adam Smith and Robert Burns. But you’ll go far beyond the well-known facts and faces – uncovering another side of the city, and Scotland’s past. From crime and culture to politics and everyday events, all Edinburgh life is here – expertly told by your guide.

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • All gear/equipment is sanitised between use
  • What's included
    • Guided walking tour of Edinburgh
    • Expert guide
    Where

    Mercat Cross, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, United Kingdom

    Meeting point:
    The Mercat Cross is an 8 sided monument situated on the Royal Mile. The tour departs from right in front of it.
    What to remember
    • This tour is suitable for children aged 5+ but please note that babies and strollers are not permitted
    • Please arrive at the meeting point (Mercat Cross, Royal Mile, EH1 1RF) at least 15 minutes before the beginning of your tour to allow time to check-in
    • Concession tickets apply to seniors (aged 65+) and students (aged 18+) with a valid student ID
    • Your tour will be conducted by a live, English speaking guide (no other language options available)
    • Please bring your own set of 3.5mm jack headphones (where possible) for use with the TourTalk devices, otherwise these can be provided for you
    • Please note anyone who appears to be under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to join the tour
    • This tour runs in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly to the weather. Sensible walking shoes are advised
    • Please note only service dogs are welcome on this tour, no other pets
    • The maximum number of participants is 18 people
    • Tour ends: Edinburgh Castle esplanade, Castlehill, EH1 2NG
    • This tour is wheelchair accessible
    • For reasons of ease of movement, visitor safety and general security, suitcases and large rucksacks are not permitted in the castle
    • Edinburgh Castle are unable to store luggage, prams, pushchairs or other personal items for visitors
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    Provider
    Mercat Tours
    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

    What people say about this experience

    Great

    4/5

    Based on 11 reviews from verified customers

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    Review categories

    Safety

    4.3/5

    Service

    4.3/5

    Staff

    4.3/5

    Value for money

    3.9/5

    • Henk

      From United States of America - October 2022

      Travelled as a couple

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Top tour! Het is een tour waarbij de gids verteld over de Royal Mijl en jij luistert naar haar/hem via een koptelefoon (die krijg je bij aanmeldpunt) ...

    • Maria

      From United States of America - July 2022

      Travelled with family

       

      35 - 44 years old

      Great

      Overall rated

      3/5

      Negatief meer over de boeking. Deze moest ik twee maal doen en bleek dat hij nog niet was doorgekomen. Na een telefoontje van de gids mochten we toch ...

    • Anonymous

      From France - November 2018

      Great

      Overall rated

      4/5

      Comme prévu....

    • Anonymous

      From Italy - August 2018

      Great

      Overall rated

      4/5

      Guida competente ed empatica. Esperienza che consiglio.

    • Anonymous

      From United Kingdom - May 2018

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Informative and very well presented

    • Anonymous

      From Italy - March 2018

      Great

      Overall rated

      4/5

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