Itinerary
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Stop At: Edinburgh Old Town, Old town, Edinburgh EH1 Scotland
Explore the medieval old city and Edinburgh’s dark history, learn about the effect of the Black Death, great fire and city developments that lead the world.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2PB Scotland
The Royal Mile that runs for a 'Scottish mile' (around 1.1 miles / 1.8 kilometres) through the heart of the old town from the Castle to the Palace. We will explore much of the mile, its Closes and history.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland
The old city is dominated by Castle hill. Whilst we don’t venture inside on the discovery tour, you will get an appreciation for its importance in Edinburgh, Scottish and British history. Entry to the castle is not included.
Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland
The Grassmarket has a sinister past as the hanging place for Edinburgh’s criminals. There are many famous stories about executions that your guide will recite.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Calton Hill, St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, Edinburgh EH1 3DG Scotland
From the top of Calton Hill see the world-famous view over Princes Street and Castle. Calton Hill boasts some quirky and interesting architecture.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Arthur's Seat, Queen's Drive Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8HG Scotland
The long-extinct volcano that can be seen from all corners of the city. If open, we will drive round Queens Drive which offers fantastic views beyond Edinburgh.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Greyfriars Bobby, Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QE Scotland
We stop to learn the story of Edinburgh's most famous four-legged resident, Bobby.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Greyfriars Kirkyard, Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh EH1 2QQ Scotland
We visit the famous Greyfriar's Kirkyard to understand its connection to Edinburgh History, Bobby and Mortsafes.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX Scotland
The official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland. The impressive entrance courtyard and Palace dominate the scene including the Queens Gallery next door. Entry to the Palace is not included.
Pass By: The Scottish Parliament, Horse Wynd / Canongate, Royal MIle, Edinburgh EH99 1SP Scotland
The modernist Scottish Parliament is home to the devolved national government. Immediately adjacent the Palace, the architectural juxtaposition is stark!
Stop At: Royal Yacht Britannia, Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ Scotland
Leith is the home to The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating museum to the monarchy that is now permanently moored in Leith. We do not visit Britannia on this tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Leith, Edinburgh EH6 Scotland
We visit the vibrant area of Leith, technically a separate town and the docklands of Edinburgh
Duration: 20 minutes
