We think the best way to explore Edinburgh is to follow your feet. Where the buses can’t take you, and the guide books don’t show you is where our city’s stories lie – the closes, wynds, courtyards and homes of Old Edinburgh.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 12 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Join the original and most popular history tour in Edinburgh
- Take a unique journey around the sites, stories and secrets of the Old Town you might otherwise miss
- Get a wonderful introduction to Edinburgh, it’s past and people
- Enjoy a great tour with the first 5-star walking tour company in Scotland!
- Take a tour led by historians
Full description
Hidden gems are waiting to be discovered.
The best way to explore Edinburgh is to follow your feet. Where the buses can’t take you and the guide books don’t show you is where the city’s stories lie, in the closes, wynds, courtyards and homes of Old Edinburgh.
You will visit the sites that are tucked away to see the secrets and hear the tales. Your guide will help you unlock Edinburgh's fascinating past, the culture, crime, politics and people of Scotland’s capital.
Includes
- Group or private tour (depending on option selected)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Please arrive at the Mercat Cross on The Royal Mile (High Street) 15 minutes before the start of your tour and check in with the on-street representative from Mercat Tours.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Please dress for the weather wear appropriate footwear
- For health and safety reasons, unfortunately children under 5 years of age are note permitted on this tour
