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Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

This tour takes you to the local spots in Dean Village, Stockbridge and Edinburgh New Town, well away from the crowds, especially in the summer months when Edinburgh Old Town can get crowded.

Many Scottish people never visit these places which are all real gems you shouldn't miss if you want to explore all the places that make Edinburgh great and visit the lesser known local spots that most tourists will never know about.

What's Included

  • Guiding fee
  • Gratuities are not included in the price of the tour
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Meeting Location

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1-3 Rutland Street
Edinburgh EH1 2AE, UK

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Saint Andrew Square
Edinburgh EH2, UK

The tour winds up at St.Andrews Square, which is the other end of New Town from where we start. From there it is easy access to New Town, Old Town and tram stops.

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Charlotte Square

We start off the tour proper in Charlotte Square to see some amazing architecture, learn when and why Edinburgh New Town was made and see some of it's stunning buildings.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dean Village

This has to be our favourite place in Edinburgh and we think it will be yours too. A milling village from the 1600's that makes you feel like you have went back in time. The old mill, schools etc are now all residences nearby the Water of Leith, it really does feel like you are in a village and not in the city centre.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Bernard's Well

We wall along the Water of Leith where you will feel like you are strolling in the country and we will stop at the quaint St.Bernards well for photos and to find out about it's history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Stephen Street

This beautiful Street has lots of very local shops and eateries and also a photo of the entrance to the old Stockbridge Market is a must.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Circus Lane

A real iconic street in Edinburgh, once used as Stables but now full of stunning houses and a great backdrop for a photo your guide will be happy to take for you.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Heriot Row

A wonderfully preserved New Town Street, get a real feel of what houses would have been like hundreds of years ago and see the house of one of it's most famous residents, the author of Jekyll and Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thistle Street Bar

We will pass by Thistle Street where we can point out excellent location coffee shops, restaurants and bars.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

George Street

Once the jewellery in the crown of Edinburgh New Town, there is some great history and now lots of excellent places to eat and shop with the locals.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Andrew Square

The tour finishes up in this historic Square, the other end of George Street from Charlotte Square and nearby Princes Street. As well as history, there are lots of local spots to go to eat and drink after thr tour
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-8616P20

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  • Service animals allowed
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