Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town
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Overview
Discover the real Edinburgh in a friendly, relaxed and informative way. You will experience breathtaking views of Edinburgh and learn about the history of the surrounding area. Each of the walks around Edinburgh will take you to places of interest and beauty that tour buses cannot reach, allowing plenty of opportunities to stop, shop, rest and take photographs.
Edinburgh, a city that HAS to be walked.
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Professional award winning guide
- Start guided walk from your accommodation if you are living centrally
- Small private group
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Edinburgh Old Town
From churchyards, open gardens, close up views of Edinburgh Castle and Castle rock, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Churchyard (Harry Potter related information - if requested), Victoria Street & West Bow, Upper Bow, Lawnmarket and side closes, St Giles' Cathedral, Law Courts and Upper Royal Mile. Then onto The New Town........
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
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New Town
Designed in 18th Century, Georgian architecture, open spaces and history to the fore. More Georgian properties than York, Chester, Bath and Chichester added together. Also home to inventors, military and political leaders, scientists and physicians as well as literary and philanthropic greats that were resident here in the past. If time allows, we will pay a visit to old villages now part of the city.
Pass by (no stop) Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
If your accommodation (hotel, b&b, Airbnb etc) is situated in central Edinburgh we will start the walk from there. If this is not possible, we will advise you of the meeting point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Adaptable to allow wheelchair accessibility
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
We were 2 friends who wanted a great day to introduce ourselves to Edinburgh Gerry was our guide and really made our day He was so nice and full of great information that made every corner of the city fascinating He can tailor it to any interest you have But without this fantastic guide we would be lost! A guide like Gerry really makes a trip
This was such a fantastic way to experience Edinburgh! Gerry, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely funny. The tour was packed with fascinating history and interesting stories, but never felt like a history lecture. His humor and personality kept us laughing along the way. We learned so much about Edinburgh’s history, famous characters, hidden stories, and quirky traditions. Gerry had a great way of keeping the pace fun and interesting. If you’re visiting Edinburgh, I highly recommend this walking tour. Great sights, fascinating stories, and a guide who clearly loves what they do. Informative, entertaining, and definitely one of the highlights of our time in Edinburgh!
This tour was the absolute highlight of my recent trip to Edinburgh. Gerry was the perfect guide, as his knowledge about the city and country was most impressive as was his great sense of humor and the sharing of ‘fun facts’ about the culture. I would most definately recommend this tour company and hope to return again some day.
Gerry was knowledgable and informative and tailored our walk to our exact needs. He kept us entertained and informed and really enhanced our experience and stay in Edinburgh. We would highly recommend his services as we thoroughly enjoyed Gerry’s expert guidance and his company.
Gerry provides an incredible wealth of information on a variety of topics. His depth of knowledge about Edinburgh and its history is beyond impressive. Highly recommend his tour!
Had a great walking tour experience with Gerry and highly recommend touring both Old and New Towns in Edinburgh. Gerry is a very nice person, instantly likeable and trustworthy. As a retired police officer from Edinburgh, he knows the city well and has thorough knowledge of history, dates, events, and culture. He has endless great stories that inform and entertain. But the best parts were the many ad hoc conversations along the way. Gerry is the kind of guy you'd want to sit next to in a pub for friendly conversation on many topics. He went out of his way to offer recommendations for our trip including things to see and great restaurant suggestions, especially in neighborhoods where locals eat, away from the hustle of the Royal Mile. Very glad we did the private tour with Gerry and give him a full recommendation.
Our family of four had a fantastic tour of Old Town, New Town and Dean's Village with Gerry. This was the perfect way to get a historical overview of the city at the start of our visit. Not only was Gerry knowledgable and engaging, he was very flexible with timing and accomodating to a last minute schedule change. We will definitely be recommending his tour to any friends coming to visit this beautiful city.
Gerry is a nice guy. He’s a resident of Edinburgh with an impressive knowledge of every corner of the city. He even recommended a few wonderful historical pubs.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day.
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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