3 Hours Edinburgh City Highlights Private Walking Tour

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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Edinburgh the way you want to, spend quality time with a local, and get a real taste of our beautiful city on our most extensive tour of the city in 3 hours. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximize your time in Edinburgh on a private tour.

The city with everything - castles, volcanoes, history on every corner, a world-leading University, and an incredible arts scene. There is so much to see in the beautiful city of Edinburgh.

Connect with a local guide and immerse yourself in the tales and sights of Edinburgh’s Old Town. From its historic roots to modern life in the city today, this leisurely 3-hour wander of the cobbled streets and alleyways will give you a great overview and introduction to Scotland’s capital city.

The tour will take in the classics, from Edinburgh Castle to the Royal Mile as well as many more hidden secrets only known by our true local experts!

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • No entries included, all sights seen from the outside.
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Please meet outside the main door to the hotel you've chosen.

What To Expect

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Edinburgh Castle

Enjoy the Edinburgh Castle esplanade area and discover Edinburgh Castle's importance with your guide (exterior visit only).
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Giles' Cathedral

Admire the impressive St Giles Cathedral and uncover a little of it's history with your guide (exterior visit only)
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Mile

Walk down the Royal Mile, discovering our eclectic architecture and basking in the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum on The Mound

See The Mound area of Edinburgh with your guide, overlooking the city and learning about this important area (exterior visit only).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grassmarket

Discover the Grassmarket area of Edinburgh, seeing some of the oldest and most iconic pubs in the city.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercat Cross

See the Mercat Cross, the medieval market square of Edinburgh.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Victoria Street

See the iconic Victoria Street and learn why it was the inspiration behind JK Rowling's Harry Potter.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Discover Holyrood Palace and learn the story behind it's unusual name! (exterior visit only)
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arthur's Seat

View the impressive Arthur's seat and learn about the unique geography that Edinburgh is built upon (seen from a distance only)
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3 Hours Edinburgh City Highlights Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Local guide
  • No entries included, all sights seen from the outside.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).

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