Edinburgh: Dean Village Circus Lane Walking Tour with a Local
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Edinburgh, Scotland
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Swap the crowds of the Royal Mile for a more intimate view of Edinburgh. This small-group tour takes you to some of the city's most atmospheric (and less-visited) neighborhoods, including the picturesque Dean Village. You'll discover hidden alleyways, quirky cafes, and historic buildings and take a wander along the city's only river.
- Escape the crowds of Edinburgh: Discover more local areas
- Small-group tour (maximum 15): A more personal experience
- Learn about the history and contemporary culture of Edinburgh
- Discover hidden gems you wouldn't find otherwise
What's Included
- Tour Guide Services
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Statue of Sir James Young Simpson132 Princes St., Edinburgh EH2 3AA, UK
We will meet you outside The Tour Box Police Box, located in the West End of Princes St. Meet us here 5-10mins before the tour starts and get yourself a Specialty Coffee or Hot Chocolate for your tour.
End point
- 14A St Vincent St, Edinburgh EH3 6SH, UK
From here it will take 10mins to walk back to where the tour started
Start time.1:30 pm
Itinerary
1
Dean Village
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
New Town
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Water of Leith Walkway
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Stockbridge Market
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Circus Lane
15 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
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Strollers can be used, but parents need to be in good shape, and ready for cobblestones
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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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 124 reviews
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Joanne_M, Sep 2026
Scenery was beautiful not a lot to see though but I really enjoyed it.
The guide was really informative.
Olga_L, Sep 2026
Wear comfortable shoes and bring some water and an extra layer of clothing very rich in history and what roll religion played
Graeme_D, Sep 2026
Beautiful area of Edinburgh. Friendly informative and patient guide. Worth every cent. Thanks Shanna.
Marianne_L, Aug 2026
This was an excellent tour! It was very well-paced, I appreciated the guide’s knowledge and that he allowed time to take photos. The sights spoke for themself - amazing! The ~2 hour duration made for a perfect afternoon tour!
Dani_K, Aug 2026
Excellent tour! Interesting and enthusiastic guide, good pace, lovely scenery, when you're done you feel like you've experienced the story.
Kim_M, Aug 2026
Madge was very friendly and loved her job! She was a wealth of information and was good at engaging with people. It was a perfect two hour walk after our long flight.
Robyn_B, Aug 2026
It’s all walking on flat areas and also cobblestone and brick type streets. You’ll be in the weather elements so bring a jacket and an umbrella or a waterproof coat. There might be a little bit of mud. It was better than we anticipated with a great variety of history, architecture, and even countryside (city & Riverwalk). Our guide, Zander, has studied history in depth and is a great orator and storyteller. He had so many interesting things to share, he has an incredible vocabulary, and we felt such an authentic experience because of him. We loved the pace: didn’t spend too long in one place… there was a variety of topography, architecture, and history that we soaked up. Fabulous 5-star experience, in great part due to our guide.
Suzanne_S, Jul 2026
Chris was an enthusiastic guide and a great story-teller. We had a great time exploring New Town and Dean Village together.
Seema_N, Jul 2026
Beautiful walk and our guide was very informative. He pointed out and explained things that we never would have noticed on our own.
Danielle_V, Jul 2026
Very informative, picturesque tour. My guide was very friendly. Just the right amount of time to see the best spots.
Michaela_T, Jul 2026
This is the right way to see and learn the walk suits, also for older persons, the guide has a lot of knowledge
Kandis_P, Jul 2026
This was a great tour. Zander made it extremely enjoyable and he was very knowledgeable. The tour was the right amount of time and I learned a lot. I highly recommend this tour of Dean Village.
Susan_F, Jul 2026
Great tour, taking on board the interests and dynamics of the small friendly group of 6. Our lovely guide who graduated only the day before was wonderful
Suneet_S, Jul 2026
Very nice informative and just right paced way to see a beautiful part of Edinburgh. Our guide, Stuart, was friendly and knowledgeable.
Darius_S, Jun 2026
Walking around and listening to the back story of Dean Village and Stock bridge neighborhoods, with anecdotal folklore tidbits and stories. Easy to navigate and mostly flat, clear walking surfaces.
Laurel_F, May 2026
2 hour walk, some inclines in nature and urban sidewalks. History and fun facts about architecture and commerce
Page_B, Apr 2026
It was excellent. Chris was an amazing guide. Personal and friendly, knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get to know Edinburgh
Lucy_G, Apr 2026
Stuart was an awesome Tour Guide. He gave us a lot of great history and showed us many beautiful places. I would highly recommend.
ilianaR_c, Apr 2026
Very knowledgeable and accommodating
We had 4 kids in our group and he catered to us.
You really enjoys his work and his clients.
Karen_T, Oct 2025
Zander was very informative and we learned some interesting history. We highly recommend the tour and Zander.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
It is great to hear you enjoyed your tour with Zander, and thank you for your kind review. Kind regards, Jess at Local Eyes.
ATHINA_S, Sep 2025
Kieran was our guide and we had an amazing time. He knows so many small details and explained everything thoroughly. He also speaks in a very clear way, which makes it easy to understand him even if English isn’t your first language. Overall, he’s a great guy: likable, friendly, and he makes you feel comfortable right away. Asking questions doesn't feel awkward, even if you’re shy or introverted like I am. Honestly, this was probably the best tour I’ve ever had. We saw beautiful places, including some lesser known spots, learned so much history and tiny details that are often overlooked, and even got to meet a wonderful local. I’d 100% recommend the tour and especially Kieran!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
It is really wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed you tour with Kieran! Thank you for leaving a kind review. Kind regards, Jess at Local Eyes.
Robin_M, Sep 2025
This is a delightful two hour tour to see parts of Edinburgh that you might otherwise miss. Adrian, the tour guide was excellent. He made sure we were all well taken care of. He offered to take photos for us. He had very interesting stories to tell. Highly recommend the tour.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. It is great to hear how much you enjoyed you tour with Adrian! Kind regards, Jess at Local Eyes.
MA_O, Sep 2025
Shanna was a delightful and knowledgeable guide. She gave us plenty of time to take photos in one of the most picturesque parts of the city! And made it fun, interesting and delightful despite the rain.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your kind review, and it is great to hear you enjoyed your tour with Shanna! Kind regards, Jess at Local Eyes.
Ellen_O, Aug 2025
Gorgeous stroll through a quiet old neighborhood with our guide, David, who was a castlologist, and excellent historian. Going from the Georgian/Victorian and Gothic squares down into the village was a nice break. If you want scenic photos, a quieter walk, and a handful of interesting histories, strongly recommend this one!
Jennifer_R, Jul 2025
Zander was outstanding! He was a wealth of knowledge and quite funny also. It as pouring rain, but he kept the tour moving and still enjoyable. Deans village is beautiful! I highly recommend this tour. Learned so much!!!!
Diana_B, Jun 2025
This was a great way to start our trip in Edinburgh. Got a bit of the lay of the land, and so much interesting knowledge. David was excellent, and has a passion for Scottish history. Highly recommend. Thanks, David!
Paula_S, May 2025
Interesting walk in an area we would have otherwise missed. Lovely scenery and walk along a wooded path by a river.
Carol_M, May 2025
Super guide, really fun info, a great thing to do in Edinburgh! There is a whole, beautiful part of the city to be discovered!
Alana_D, Apr 2025
This walking tour was fantastic. David was a wonderful guide who is extremely knowledgeable and obviously passionate about history and the area. He provided insight into politics and economics that shaped the new town and Dean’s Village and had a number of anecdotes to share as we walked by the Waters of Leith.
Anastassia_L, Nov 2024
..its a perfect blend of historical info, strolling, and instagram worthy spots. Definitely a highlight of my time in Edinburgh. Adrian was a really knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide that had answers for all questions. I learned a good amount of stories about that area as well as Edinburgh as a whole - and enjoyed the scenery. I would recommend it if you have a day in the city.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for booking with us! Adrian loved showing you all around!
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