Private Royal Mile Walking Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Edinburgh, Scotland

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Embrace the best that Edinburgh has to offer on a private walking tour of the Royal Mile. You’ll cover everything along the famous route, starting in the Lawnmarket and following it down to Holyroodhouse and Scottish Parliament. Listen as your guide tells you the little-known stories of the city’s most important people and events, before returning to a central location.

Private tour for a personalized experience
This compact tour is ideal for those with limited time in Edinburgh
Hear behind-the-scenes stories of the city’s key figures
Gain a comprehensive overview of Edinburgh’s history and landmarks

What's Included

This is a walking tour only. All attractions are viewed from the outside only.

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Abbey Strand Apartments at Holyrood
Abbey Strand, Edinburgh EH8 8DU, UK
Please meet your Guide OUTSIDE the Abbey Strand Appartments, Abbey Strand, Canongate, Royal Mile.

End point

Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK
The tour ends outside Edinburgh Castle.

Itinerary

Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass By)

The Scottish Parliament (Pass By)

White Horse Close (Pass By)

Canongate Kirk (Pass By)

John Knox House Museum (Pass By)

Mercat Cross (Pass By)

St Giles' Cathedral (Pass By)

Lady Stairs House (Pass By)

Edinburgh Castle (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Most travelers can 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.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 12 reviews

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A Gem of a Royal Mile Tour

Terry_M, Oct 2022

A tremendous tour with a true professional and very personable guide who was extremely well versed in the history of Edinburgh. Entertaining us throughout the tour, she kept us mesmerized with people-related anecdotes that gave life to the history while simultaneously educating us. We were completely enthralled with the entire presentation and would recommend it as a must do in Edinburgh.