Edinburgh Duddingston Village Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Offered in: English

Overview

Forget about crowds, schedules or lines! With Pandemic Tours' self-guided experiences your phone is your new private guide.

In this incredible experience, Moira will show you a less-known walk, slightly off the beaten track but nonetheless, one that is steeped in the past and beauty: A Tour to Duddingston Village!

This is a wonderful and informative experience for anyone to enjoy - however a certain level of fitness is required (or you can take a taxi).

Discover how Duddingston Village is a magical slice of history, art, nature, architecture and tales. In these small streets, you'll meet Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Raeburn and Walter Scott - a beheaded Queen, a would-be King, a famous artist, and a renowned writer. Plus, you will learn about Holyrood Park and the story behind the oldest working Church in Scotland.

PS: You will get an email with instructions for downloading our app and unlock the tour.

What's Included

  • You will get an email with instructions to activate your tour (booking reference isn't the code!)
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
  • Moira will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
  • Live Guide (in-person)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

197 Canongate
Edinburgh EH8 8BN, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

5 Old Church Lane
Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX, UK

The tour finishes at Dr Neil's Garden, Duddingston Village.To return to the High Street there are three options. The first is to walk either back the way you came or over Arthur’s Seat, you can take a taxi, or a bus.

What To Expect

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Dunbars Close Garden

The old city of Edinburgh is like a maze with small alleys off the main roads and they each take you somewhere that feels magical. One of these hidden gems is the gardens at Dunbar Close. It’s right here in the centre of the city and unknown to most residents.
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Robert Fergusson Statue (pass by)

Standing on the main pavement, outside Canongate Kirk, we find the statue of Robert Ferguson. We cannot walk past this statue and not wonder who he is, and why he is so prominent on the Canongate.You will learn everything about this important character as we move on on this tour.
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Holyrood Park (pass by)

You will learn about both the Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament while we walk along this tour.
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Salisbury Crags (pass by)

Learn all about this large park in the middle of the city; its history, what people used to do here centuries ago and how it has changed over time.
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Arthur's Seat (pass by)

Arthur’s Seat - the hill is an extinct volcano where signs of human habitation have been found 5000 years BC. It seems people have always lived here, innit. We will have a glance at its fascinating history. The climb is optional!
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Duddingston Loch (pass by)

As you clipped the top of the hill and started to descend the vista of the loch opened up in front of you. Duddingston Loch is a freshwater loch, and the only natural one remaining in the city. Discover this amazing village and lake in this tour!
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Sheep Heid Inn Edinburgh

It is believed that an Inn has stood on this site since 1360, although not in this building! If it is true then the Sheep Head Inn is one of the oldest surviving Inns in Scotland and probably worth visiting for that fact alone.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8 The Causeway (pass by)

In this remote location, you will find Prince Charlie’s Cottage. There is a plaque outside this cottage marking it as the place where Prince Charles Edward Stuart held his war council before the Battle of Prestonpans. You will hear all about this amazing story.
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Duddingston Kirk

One of the emblems of Duddingston Village. The Church remains a working Church and must be one of the oldest in Scotland. You will also hear all you need to know about this beautiful landmark.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dr Neil's Garden

Visit one of Edinburgh's hidden gems and best-kept secret! Dr Neil's Garden or more commonly known as the Secret Gardens. You guessed right, you'll hear all about it with this tour.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jock Tamson’s Gairden

The tour finishes at Jock Tamson’s Gairden: Another hidden gem of Edinburgh.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour on the Exploro App

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh Duddingston Village Self-Guided Walking Tour?

A: This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • You will get an email with instructions to activate your tour (booking reference isn't the code!)
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
  • Moira will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
  • Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
  • Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
  • Live Guide (in-person)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour on the Exploro App

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