Edinburgh · OLD TOWN & ROYAL MILE WALKING TOURS
The Mile is a straight line downhill and almost everything interesting is off it, down a close. These 15 walks are compared on length, how many closes they actually enter, and whether they end at the palace or turn back up.
Explore Edinburgh’s underground vaults, hear dark 18th-century tales, and weigh the tight steps, brief vault visit, and guide-led storytelling.
“Brilliant tour full of mystery and delight. Guide gave detailed information of all aspects of the tour. Would highly recommend. Thanks Josh”
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a lively English-speaking guide, uncovering medieval tales, landmarks, folklore, Enlightenment ideas, and Potter connections.
“Friendly and knowledgable host. Very good tour, would recommend.”
Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town with a lively guide, tracing closes, cathedral, castle views, and Scottish tales in a useful two-hour walk.
“excellent guide. we made it through a bitter cold day and late afternoon. Looking forward to a return - in warm weather!!”
Explore Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, hidden closes, and 400-year-old underground vaults with a lively local historian in 90 minutes.
“I liked the guide and the interesting history of Edinburgh”
Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, hidden closes, and South Bridge vaults on a lively one-hour ghost tour with period-costumed guides.
“Cassandra was our tour guide and exceeded our expectations, she was well informed, and had good craic! We thank you for such a fabulous and educational tour. Much love from Belfast!!!!”
Explore Edinburgh’s grim past on a two-hour ghost walk through kirkyards, plague sites, witch-trial ground, and Burke and Hare landmarks.
“Niamh was such a great guide! The tour was amazing and it was very interesting to hear about the dark side of Edinburgh. Niamh is so good at making you feel like you are there in the stories she tells! It was very fun!”
Review of Edinburgh’s 3-hour Royal Mile and Old Town walk, with castle views, historic closes, expert guides, and practical booking advice.
“Alistair's knowledge of Edinburgh and stories about the past history were phenomenal! This is a must do during your visit and provides a great background in the Old Town history.”
Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, Canongate Kirkyard, and South Bridge vaults with a lively guide on this relaxed 90-minute history tour.
“Emilee was great, such an amazing storyteller with a vast amount of knowledge. She was our favorite guide so far.”
Walk Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, explore medieval closes, and enter Edinburgh Castle with a guide in a small group of up to 18.
“This walking tour was great, lots of historical information and stories, I would recommend this tour.”
Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town and underground vaults on a one-hour family-friendly ghost tour with dark tales, character guides, and small groups.
“Our guide worked very hard to make the experience fun and memorable. We really enjoyed her! I think if she reworded her jokes she'd get a better response.”
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town with a guide, uncover medieval stories, spot lesser-known details, and finish at Greyfriars Kirkyard.
“Very informative. Now I see the city with different eyes. History and places were a good match. There were also many tips.Auto-translated”
Walk Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle with a local guide, hear Scotland’s stories, see the One O’Clock Gun, and explore the castle.
“Had our tour with Alistair and he was absolutely amazing. Could not recommend him enough. His knowledge along with great humour really made the tour that much more special.”
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town for two hours with a lively guide, from St. Giles’ Cathedral and the Royal Mile to Greyfriars and Harry Potter lore.
“Very nice guide. Thanks Ignace. Very interesting stories. Well done.”
Explore Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and castle with entry included, lively storytelling, Crown Jewels, city views, and time to wander on your own.
“Had a great time. James was a wonderful engaging tour guide. Very informative and fun.”
Taste four Scottish whiskies beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town, hear whisky stories, and explore The Lost Close in a small, friendly group.
“It is a good beginners tour for Scottish whiskey. The location is in a unique location. Our guide, Haley, was amazing! She made drinking whiskey even more fun, as if it needed help!”
Pick a close, a glen or a counter.
