Free tour of Edinburgh
Attractions & guided tours

Free tour of Edinburgh

Free
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish, German
Availability: On selected dates
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Do this because
  • Join expert local guides on this tour of Edinburgh's main landmarks
  • Walk down the Royal Mile, see St Gile's Cathedral, the Scottish Writer's Museum, the Grassmarket and mary more
  • Learn more about the city's fascinating past
What to expect

In the narrow streets of Edinburgh, you were as likely to meet a murderer as a man of genius. Body-snatchers, witch hunters, firebrand priests and philosophers all living on the side of a dead volcano. Knowledgeable local guides will take you down narrow alleyways, tell you the stories behind their history, and show you views which will define your trip to Scotland’s capital!

This 2.5-hour walking tour covers all the main sights of the Old Town and it's a great introduction to the city's main landmarks. Stroll down the Royal Mile, visit the famous Greyfriars Kirkyard and the charming Grassmarket and many more iconic sites!

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tickets or admissions to attractions
  • x_not_included Food and drinks at the break location
  • x_not_included Transportation
  • x_not_included Tips
Where

130 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1QS, United Kingdom

Meeting point:
The tour starts in front of Frankie and Benny's restaurant. Just look for the team in red SANDEMANs NEW Europe T-shirts!
What to remember
  • The tour usually ends by the National Museum of Scotland, by the Greyfriars Kirkyard or by the Writers Museum
  • The independent guides with whom we work have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites and stories above and lasts 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • If you want to join as a group of 10 or more, please book a private tour (privatetours@neweuropetours.eu) as it is the only way to guarantee your group will travel together
  • All minors must be accompanied by an adult in order to join the tour
  • Due to the old streets and uneven terrain, accessing parts of Edinburgh by wheelchair can sometimes be challenging. The Free Tour is wheelchair accessible when accompanied by a non-disabled participant
  • The tour runs rain or shine, please dress accordingly. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Due to COVID-19 guests are encouraged to bring their own masks and will be required to provide personal details (name, phone number etc.) for contact tracing purposes. Guides and staff may also give additional, region-specific guidelines during their welcome speeches
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Provider
SANDEMANs Edinburgh
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

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