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Edinburgh Storytelling Walk Makars Court to Scott Monument

Skip the rushed crowds and join former history professor Sami - and occasionally our friendly Golden Retriever co-guide - for an unhurried, wider-ranging journey from the Old Town into the elegant New Town. Rather than a generic checklist, this small-group walk traces centuries of history. We begin with the writers at Makars’ Court, step onto the Castle Esplanade, and descend through Victoria Street into the atmospheric Grassmarket. At Greyfriars Bobby’s statue, we separate fact from fiction, sharing a moving story that will stay with you long after the walk ends. Rejoining the Royal Mile past St Giles’ Cathedral and Tron Kirk, we uncover hidden histories - clues in the stonework and street lines that most people walk straight past. Finally, we wander down iconic Cockburn Street, crossing into the New Town to finish near the magnificent Scott Monument with a completely fresh perspective on Edinburgh's city centre.

Edinburgh Storytelling Walk Makars Court to Scott Monument

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour

As Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh packs in plenty of historical monuments and cultural destinations—and this hop-on hop-off bus tour provides a thorough introduction to the city’s top sights. Choose a 24- or 48-hour ticket and explore Edinburgh’s most famous landmarks at your own pace, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and more. With panoramic open-top views, convenient stops across the city, and the freedom to create your own itinerary, it's an easy way to experience Scotland's capital.

Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Edinburgh becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past National Records of Scotland, Old College, the Scottish National Gallery and McEwan Hall. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Edinburgh: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a dram of whisky in a historic Royal Mile pub or a photo at a scenic viewpoint and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Scott Monument, Royal Scottish Academy, Esplanade, Edinburgh Castle, The Hub, Grassmarket, Greyfriars, St Giles, Canongate Kirk, Burns Monument, and Calton Hill.

Edinburgh Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

Explore Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile with a professional historian or other specialist guide, and gain insight into the famous writers and inventors who have called the city home. Hear tales of Scotland's national bard—Robert Burns—and discover top landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle, St. Giles’ Cathedral, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars Kirkyard as well as hidden gems. Get the chance to ask questions in a small-group setting and find out what makes this ancient city tick.

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch

Scotland is renowned for its unique cuisine, but Edinburgh’s foodie hot spots are best explored with a local guide who knows where to find the best bites. On this small-group walking tour, discover the UNESCO-listed Old and New Towns, and sample Scottish classics such as haggis, Neeps and Tatties, Scotch whisky, and afternoon tea. Plus, you'll take away food-focused tips to enhance the rest of your trip.

Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Edinburgh Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 24 reviews

Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, awaits you with its 24 iconic sights to explore on foot. From Edinburgh Castle to Holyroodhouse Palace, every corner tells the fascinating story of this city. Stroll the Royal Mile, discover hidden gardens like Dunbar’s Close, and take in the views from Calton Hill. This 3h30 tour will introduce you to Edinburgh’s unique architecture and street legends, perfect for history and culture lovers. An experience that combines heritage, mystery and vibrant urban life. - Explore 24 must-see sights in Edinburgh in 1 day - Enjoy a walking tour of about 3h30 - Discover local history and legends with audio guides - Ideal for history and culture enthusiasts

Edinburgh Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 24 reviews

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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The Original Premium, Small Group Edinburgh Foodie Tour

The Original Premium, Small Group Edinburgh Foodie Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour

See more of Edinburgh with 48 hours of unlimited hop-on hop-off sightseeing across both the City Tour and Britannia Tour routes. If you prefer some independence, create your own itinerary and explore Edinburgh at your own pace. You can board and disembark the bus anywhere you like along the route for the duration of your 48-hour ticket. This flexible pass makes it easy to experience the best of Edinburgh over two days.

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Timeless Photography Experience in Edinburgh

Capture your unique story in Edinburgh, a city steeped in history and charm. Enjoy a personalized photography session tailored just for you - whether it’s a romantic couple shoot, a joyful family portrait, or a solo adventure. The enchanting backdrop of gothic architecture and winding cobbled streets will elevate your memories into art. With a degree in Commercial Photography and years of professional experience, I ensure each image reflects authenticity and emotion, delivering beautifully composed photographs that you’ll cherish forever. Sessions include location guidance, outfit suggestions, and a private gallery for your edited images, ready within a week.

Timeless Photography Experience in Edinburgh

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Self Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh with Quizzes

Explore the enchanting city of Edinburgh at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour. Covering 3.2 km, the tour takes you past iconic landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle, St. Giles' Cathedral, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Engage with the city through interactive quizzes and captivating audio guides that unveil fascinating stories. Perfect for solo adventurers or groups, this flexible tour can be enjoyed in any weather and is designed for those who enjoy a mix of learning and fun. - Self-paced 3.2 km walking tour through Edinburgh's historic sites - Interactive quizzes and audio guides to enhance your experience - Ideal for solo travelers or teams, available daily at any time - Complete the tour at your leisure with a ticket valid for 2 years

Self Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh with Quizzes

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Afternoon Tea Experience

Edinburgh Afternoon Tea Experience

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh New Town Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game

Turning Edinburgh Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of New Town on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

Edinburgh New Town Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Exploration Game

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Private Custom Walking Tour - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Discover the secrets of Edinburgh as a local host accompanies you during this private, personalized experience. Learn about a more authentic side to the city that many travelers won’t see, visiting both popular attractions and hidden spots over the course of a day. The schedule is flexible, so make your own sightseeing suggestions or take advantage of your host’s insider insight and recommendations.

Edinburgh Private Custom Walking Tour - Highlights & Hidden Gems

3 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More

This doughnut-centric tasting tour of Edinburgh will have you eating your way around this gorgeous city’s pastry scene like a local. A guide will take you to some of the best eateries in town while you sightsee around places like Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle at the same time. If you’re looking for a delicious way to start your day in Scotland’s capital city, then look no further.

Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Enlightenment in Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

This self-guided audio tour takes you on a journey with the intellectual giants and freethinkers who put Edinburgh on the map. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Edinburgh. When Edinburgh’s Old Town became overcrowded and filthy in the 1700s, a radical plan was devised to build a new town with wide, clean streets and gracious Georgian housing. On this walking tour, you’ll discover how this radical thinking wasn’t restricted to town planning. Along the way, you’ll hear about David Hume, Adam Smith, Walter Scott, and James Hutton, all giants of Europe’s Enlightenment Movement, a period of intellectual fervour in the 1700s. You’ll discover how Edinburgh broke free of traditional thinking and flourished as a centre for new ideas in Architecture, Engineering, Medicine, Science, Geology, Philosophy, Education and the Arts. You’ll also hear how this put the city on the intellectual map, with its thinkers and inventors influencing the world.

Enlightenment in Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover the rich history and charm of Edinburgh on a private walking tour led by an expert local guide. Stroll through picturesque streets, historic squares, and hidden alleys as you uncover the stories, culture, and daily life that give Scotland’s capital its unique character. Whether you opt for a relaxed 2 hour walk or a more in depth 6 hour experience, your guide will customize the tour to match your interests, sharing insider knowledge, local favorites, and hidden gems along the way. Enjoy Edinburgh at your own pace and experience the city like a true local as its timeless beauty comes to life.

Edinburgh Private Walking Tour with a Local

1 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone

This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. During this tour, you’ll learn fun facts about the city’s history. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: Dean Village, Ross Fountain, Castle, Bobby's Statue, St Giles' Cathedral, John Knox House, Scott Monument, Calton Hill, Holyrood Palace Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Exploration Private Game and City Tour on your Phone

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Edinburgh Holiday Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, & Sweet Treats

This incredible holiday tour of Edinburgh begins in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. Our first doughnut shop is one of the cities original shops that hand-makes uniquely flavored donuts daily. Once you’ve had your fill at our first shop, we’ll take a leisurely walk through the Grassmarket up Victoria Street, one of the most photographed and beloved streets in all of Edinburgh. Along the way, we’ll point out various restaurants, shops, pubs, and other attractions you should check out while you are in Edinburgh. At our next stop near the Royal Mile, we’ll enjoy a delicious selection of chocolate, jammy, and other kinds of donuts at Mòr Bakery Followed shortly thereafter is a family-owned bakery with classic Scottish pastries that you are going to love. After a quick pause for some photos, we’ll make our way to our last stop which is a specialty coffee shop and donutterie. We hope you can join us on a fun-filled donut adventure in Scotland’s gorgeous capital city. Book your tour today!

Edinburgh Holiday Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, & Sweet Treats

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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e-Scavenger hunt Edinburgh: Explore the city at your own pace

Go on a discovery tour of Edinburgh. Discover the most important and famous locations of the city. Search for the city's treasures with your family or friends. Can you complete the assignments? Will you get the top score in the city? This E-scavenger hunt will give you a fantastic day in Edinburgh. Decide for yourself when you start, pause and end. It's your party only and you'll get to know the city in a unique way. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour whenever you choose.

e-Scavenger hunt Edinburgh: Explore the city at your own pace

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Haunted History Walking Tours of Edinburgh

Haunted History Walking Tours of Edinburgh

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private audiobook city rally in Edinburgh's Old Town

On our outdoor puzzle tours you will only reach your goal if you can solve a series of tasks. The private detective communicates with you via text and audio clips via an encrypted messenger service and deals with one or the other challenge on your scavenger hunt. Only if you solve the orders will you receive the coveted awards. Start solving the puzzles at any time after booking, conveniently with your mobile phone

Private audiobook city rally in Edinburgh's Old Town

Scott Monument

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Scott Monument

You need to have a reasonable level of fitness to climb the 287 steps to the very top; do not attempt if you have heart problems, vertigo, or limited mobility.
There are flour platforms on the climb from the base to the top of the monument where you can take a break and take in the views.
Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture spectacular views from the monument.
It can be quite windy at the observation deck at the very top.
The monument is not wheelchair accessible.

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