Edinburgh Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

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Edinburgh Old Town - Castle and Palace

Edinburgh
6 hours

Start to explore the centre of Edinburgh from its majestic castle - learn about its long and distinguished history and enjoy the views from inside. From there we will take a stroll down the "Royal Mile" passing by centuries of history. Once everybody lived together on or close to this historic street and I will show you where famous economists, philosophers and writers rubbed shoulders. We will end up in Scotland's royal palace - Holyrood where the Royal Family still visits every summer.

FROM$550/ per group
Alan P.
5.00(1) reviews

Edinburgh Old Town - 3.5 Hour Walking Tour

Edinburgh
3 hours 30 min

Join me on this 3.5 hour walking tour, created to make your experience unforgettable. We will start where the city gates were once and visit the the main Medieval thoroughfare called the Royal Mile, exploring some of the charming and spooky small streets called “Closes”. We will admire St Giles' Cathedral discovering some quirky traditions connected to the area and visit a very atmospheric graveyard. We will reach the magnificent Edinburgh Castle and hear stories of Royals and murders.

FROM$340/ per group
Sarah C.

St. Andrews tour from Edinburgh- history, golf and more

Edinburgh
8 hours 30 min

A trip to the enchanting town of St.Andrews - see this University town's ancient monuments and see where Prince William met Kate. It is of course the home of golf and a must for any golf fans too (but not only them!)

FROM$700/ per group
Alan P.
5.00(1) reviews

Discover Edinburgh

Edinburgh
8 hours

We start in Edinburgh's New Town and wander along the wide boulevards, learning about the history , architecture and some of characters connected with it. Leaving the New Town , we cross over to a completely different world in Edinburgh's old town. We discover alley ways and hear the tales that accompany them - tales of intrigue and murder (sometimes)! From the Castle, we stroll down the Royal Mile to reach Holyrood Palace, the official Scottish residence of the Queen.

FROM$250/ per group
Tom R.

A tale of two cities: Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns

Edinburgh
6 hours

Join me on this wonderful 6 hour walking tour where we will discover the best of the New and the Old Towns, which make Edinburgh a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will start in the most elegant spots, Charlotte Square, where many illustrious minds of the Scottish Enlightenment once lived. We will explore Princes Street Gardens, enjoying one of the most breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle. We will dedicate the second half of the tour to the incredible Old Town and its mysterious alleys.

FROM$500/ per group
Sarah C.

Edinburgh Old&New

Edinburgh
8 hours

This tour is a nice way to start your acquaintance with Edinburgh if it is your first time in the city. An easy and fun walk will take you through time and space across the city centre. Starting right in front of Edinburgh Castle we will walk down the Royal Mile - one of the most incredible medieval streets in Europe and will witness how the city grew and changed over the centuries. The tour covers both the Old and the New Towns.

FROM$500/ per group
Elena H.

Outlander Day Trip No 2

Edinburgh
8 hours

Today we'll visit some of the Outlander locations a little further afield from Edinburgh. Aside from their connection to the TV programme the villages of Falkland and Culross are worth a visit in their own right.

FROM$960/ per group
Neil S.

Outlander Day Trip No 1

Edinburgh
8 hours

Today we'll visit the six closest Outlander locations to Edinburgh. which will also involve a journey through scenic East Lothian. We'll visit some of the

FROM$960/ per group
Neil S.

Edinburgh Private Tour Guide

Whether it’s your first time to Edinburgh or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Edinburgh has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Edinburgh tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that. There is so much to see and do in Edinburgh, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.

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