Edinburgh Private Day Guided Tour in a Black Cab
Recommended by 92% of travelers
Edinburgh, Scotland
- 5 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Edinburgh, Scotland in your very own black cab to help you get around town on this private tour of the city. Don’t worry about public transport, because this experience includes convenient hotel pickup. Sample classic Scottish sweet treats while you see the sights and learn about the city’s history and culture from your guide.
- A private guided black cab tour of Edinburgh
- Learn about the city, its culture, and its history
- See St Giles’ Cathedral, Greyfriars Bobby, Arthur’s Seat, and more
- Handy pickup from your accommodation or port is included
What's Included
- Hotel/Cruise Port Pick Up & Drop Off
- Private Tour, Photo Opportunities & Short Walk
- Transport by Private London Black Cab
- Local Tour Guide & Live Commentry on Board
- Vehicle Make: LEVC TXE or Mercedes Vito
- Iconic Scottish Sweet Treats
- Gratuities
- Optional entrances
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Any Edinburgh Train/Bus Station, Port, Hotel, Guest House, Apartment Hotel and Air B & B. Cruise Port Passengers Note: How do we know how to find the guide? Ans:The tour guide hold a board with your name.
Itinerary
1
Edinburgh Old Town
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
New Town
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
St Giles' Cathedral
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Greyfriars Bobby
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Surgeons' Hall Museums
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Palace of Holyroodhouse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Arthur's Seat
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Royal Yacht Britannia
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10
The Scottish Parliament
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
South Queensferry
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
12
Calton Hill
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Dean Village
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
14
Duddingston Kirk
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
15
Edinburgh Castle
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
16
Royal Mile
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
17
Rosslyn Chapel
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
18
Grassmarket
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
19
Victoria Street
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Customize the tour itinerary to suit your preferences, if you wish
- The tour guide will be wait 15 minutes at the pickup location for the private tour guest. If the guest does not arrive, it will be considered a NO SHOW.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- If the cruise ship unable to dock due to weather conditions, we will be able to give a partial refund.
- Pushchair accessible
- Most Travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.7
based on 26 reviews
Edith_H, Oct 2025
Saf was the best guide we could have asked for and took very professional photos! He was very knowledgeable and taught us so much about Edinburgh’s history.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Saf provided such an excellent experience for you. It's fantastic to know that his knowledge of Edinburgh's history and professional photography skills made your tour so memorable. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Saf!
Karen_M, Sep 2025
SAF our guide took us to all the hidden gems of Edinburgh. He went out of his way to show us all the great spots. We felt like royalty!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! It was a genuine pleasure to show you the city's hidden gems and ensure you felt like royalty. Hope to see you again.
Harold_L, Sep 2025
“I had such a great day on this tour! Saf is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and friendly. He’s always ready to help and share tips to make the experience even better. I highly recommend Saf—an outstanding tour guide!”
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for this incredible review! I'm absolutely thrilled to hear you had such a great day on the tour. It was a genuine pleasure showing you around and sharing my passion for Edinburgh. Recommending you to others is the highest compliment I can receive. I hope to see you again on a future adventure!
Christina_A, Aug 2024
Sad was amazing! We enjoyed our tour very much. We would highly recommend Saf. He’s the BEST! We were so pleased with the knowlegde of Edinburgh . We loved every moment.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for your 5 star Rating which will give me more inspiration. Much appreciated.
Andy_L, Jul 2024
DAF was a great driver and even better photographer! He took so many great pictures of our family throughout Edinburgh and provided great background on the history of the town. Highly recommend him.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a beautiful review. Much Apprecited.
Anna_S, Jun 2024
We booked the tour day before and were lucky to meet Saf our guide. He was very nice and polite and had a great knowledge of history of town.
Our experience was excellent!
Highly recommend !
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a beautiful review. Much appreciated.
robert_j, May 2024
Rocky was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. We covered a lot of sites in Edinburgh. We loved the Deane village, new town, old town, the grass market area, and royal palace. Loved being in a small group.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a beautiful review. Much appreciated.
Walter_A, Nov 2023
I booked for a local guide, a man of Indian origin came. I paid €700 to be able to practise my English too. My English was better than his though. I wasn't able to enter my location on the portal. You could only select a hotel or a given location. After I was offered the opportunity to make any requests by email, I entered my home address. Since I didn't receive any feedback and the meeting point I had previously selected was listed in my profile, I travelled there. However, the driver was on his way to my home address. The information was also not as precise as I had expected for the price. I am therefore not satisfied.
Jennifer_S, Aug 2022
We had no idea we would see so much in one day! Amazing tour and in depth views of Edinburgh. Would be a great first day so you can know where to return to.
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Hi Jennifer, I'm so glad you had a great time. It was my pleasure to show you around on the Edinburgh full day city tour. Hope to see you again and many thanks , Sean:)
Nancy_C, Jun 2022
Dad sitting in the sun in his wheelchair, looking at the Scott monument listening to bag pipe music.
Response from Host, Jun 2022
I am glad to have such a nice guest like you and your respectful father. Thank you.
Joy_A, May 2022
Shaun was very friendly and listen to what we wanted. The tour could be customized as needed. Our favorite parts were visiting Arthur’s Seat and Colton Hill. These give you fantastic views of Edinburgh which must not be missed.
Response from Host, May 2022
Hi Joy. I'm so glad you had a great day. Also have a great time on the rest of your holiday and safe travel home. Much appreciate for the wonderful review. Many thanks.
Mary_D, May 2022
We were able to customize the tour to do as much or as little as we wanted!! Sean was very polite and very accommodating when Thad to ask him to spell something we didn’t understand. It made for a fun time!!
Response from Host, May 2022
Hi Mary, thank you very much for the generous praise. It was my pleasure to show you around the beautiful Edinburgh. Hope to see you again.
ROSANA_P, Jun 2024
Guia atencioso (Mr. Saf) e com excelente conhecimento dos locais e passeios turísticos. Conseguimos conhecer os melhores pontos turísticos da cidade, paramos para almoçar e ainda deu tempo para pequenas compras.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Obrigado pela sua classificação de 5 estrelas com uma bela análise, que me dará mais inspiração. Muito apreciado.
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