Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour With Castle Included

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Duration:6 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

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5 tours in 1!
Visit the Old Town, the New Town and the Dean Village. The tour also includes a guided visit to Edinburgh Castle and the Georgian House. You’ll learn about the history, culture and heritage of the Scottish capital, and there will be one hour break for lunch. Small-group activity.

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1. Dean Village
Our first stop will be the Dean Village, a small oasis of peace just a few steps away from Princes Street and the meeting point. Dating back to the medieval time, the village used to be a bakers’ hub. Today, it still retains some mill stones and stone plaques decorated with baked bread and pies.
2. Charlotte Square
Leaving the Dean Village, we will continue towards the New Town, a UNESCO site. After a short walk we will reach Charlotte Square. Here we will admire elegant examples of neoclassical architecture, and understand why Edinburgh is known as the ‘Athens of the North’.
3. Georgian House
In Charlotte Square we will enter the most iconic mansion of the New Town: the Georgian House. The beautifully decorated interiors and the lavish furniture will offer an insight into what high society life was like in 18th and 19th century Edinburgh. Are you ready to live the perfect Bridgerton-like experience?
4. Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens is one the main parks of Edinburgh, and we’ll cross it from the east to west. We'll stop to admire the Ross Fountain and other examples of public art. You will also enjoy a great view of the castle and the castle rock from the gardens.
5. National Galleries of Scotland: National
In the Scottish National Gallery we will discover the artworks of some of Scotland’s most famous artists including Sir Henry Raeburn, Alexander Nasmyth, the Glasgow Boys, and internationally renowned works such as Velázquez’s An Old Woman Cooking Eggs.
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We will walk towards the Royal Mile where we will stop for lunch. This area is renowned for its pubs and restaurants and you will have the opportunity to try some delicious Scottish food.
7. Mercat Cross
After lunch we will walk along the Royal Mile where we'll see the Mercat Cross. This was once used for public announcements and public punishments. We will also explain why the unicorn appears at the top of this structure.
8. St Giles' Cathedral
In front of the Mercat Cross we will see St. Giles Cathedral. We'll talk about the architecture of the most important church in Scotland, and discover the history of the Presbyterian religion and the union of the British crown.
9. Heart of Midlothian
Next to St. Giles we will see the Heart of Midlothian, a landmark that marks the spot where the Old Tolbooth once stood.
10. Royal Mile
Leaving St. Giles behind us, we will stroll along the Royal Mile. Here's we'll learn what its medieval cobbled lanes, called closes, were and how they were used. There will also be the opportunity to talk about the city’s cultural scene, including its festivals.
11. Greyfriars Bobby
We will walk along George IV bridge. It is time to meet Edinburgh's most famous and loyal dog, Bobby! We'll also see the dog statue located just outside of the graveyard.
12. Greyfriars Kirkyard
Behind Bobby, we will find the entrance to Greyfriars Kirkyard. This historic graveyard we will understand what the Mortsafes are, and learn about the connection between the Scottish Covenants and the George Mackenzie Mausoleum.
13. Grassmarket
After the graveyard we will find the Grassmarket, famous for its pubs and its dark past.
14. Writers' Museum
Back on the Royal Mile, we'll find the Makars’ Court. Here, with the Writer’s Museum as a backdrop, we will talk about Scotland’s most important writers, including Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.
15. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade
After leaving Makars' Court, we'll walk for a few minutes along the top part of the Royal Mile until we reach the Castle Esplanade. Before entering the castle, we will enjoy stunning views of the city and see where the Edinburgh Military Tattoo takes place.
16. Edinburgh Castle
It is finally time to enter Edinburgh Castle. Once inside, we’ll delve into the history and secrets of this building, and recall the fascinating stories of kings, queens, battles and sieges. After the guided tour you will have the opportunity to explore the indoor areas of the castle at your own pace.
17. Victoria street
From the graveyard, we will walk to the Grassmarket an area famous for its pubs and its dark past. From the Grassmarket we will walk up Victoria Street, the most picturesque and colorful street of Edinburgh.

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Posted By : Vitoti
FANTASTIC tour!!My partner (UK) and I (Spain) visited Edinburgh recently to attend Beltane celebration so we decided to do this tour as it stood out from the rest ☺️ I couldn’t recommend it enough ☺️ Irene is a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable ☺️ we absolutely loved to spend the day with her and follow her recommendations!!No doubt we will do another of their tours when we will return to Scotland!!Thank you ☺️
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 08:52:29

Posted By : G2995QZthomasd
We really enjoyed this one day tour of Edinburgh. The National Gallery was a real highlight, very interesting to learn about Scottish art and see some paintings. Particularly liked the part about the Scottish Impressionists!
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 08:17:25

Posted By : salonim161
Edinburgh has an incredibly rich history and having a knowledgeable and engaging tour guide is vital to understanding the city. Adam was brilliant at presenting a cohesive picture and his passion genuinely shone through. Highly recommend this tour, definitely not one to miss!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 02:59:42

Posted By : eesaak2019
I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in Edinburgh!!! Tour guide was very nice friendly and informative
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Posted On : 2024-05-12 18:13:17

Posted By : JackAnon
We saw and learnt so much in such a short time! And even though we went to so many different places we didn't feel rushed. I love that we saw the most iconic places of Edinburgh but some less touristic and a couple of hidden gems. I totally recommend it!
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Posted On : 2024-05-09 15:58:14

Posted By : Susan669
Adam was a great guide. We covered so much of the city at a perfect pace & he kept us entertained the whole day with wonderful stories of the political intrigue and history of Edinburgh. We would thoroughly recommend the tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 14:06:50

Posted By : Y9456TSjesusp
This was a great walk and I appreciated the small-group tour. We were given an hour for lunch, which was perfect to grab something to eat and rest. Luckly the weather was on our side and the views of the city from the castle were fantastic!
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Posted On : 2024-05-02 12:28:00

Posted By : 948adri_np
What a treat this was! I'd definitely recommend the full-day walking tour. Great way to see highlights and hidden gems in one day.
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Posted On : 2024-04-28 11:00:33

Posted By : susanarQ266TJ
I enjoyed the walk, our guide was a great storyteller. Glad we visited the New Town, so many things in this part of the city we would have not seen if it hadn't been for the tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-28 10:04:25

Posted By : 829cheskam
We'd love our full-day tour of Edinburgh. Friendly and knowledgeable guide, covered lots of the highlights and much more :)
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Posted On : 2024-04-26 10:19:04

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Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour With Castle Included

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Dean Village

2. Charlotte Square

3. Georgian House

4. Princes Street Gardens

5. National Galleries of Scotland: National

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7. Mercat Cross

8. St Giles' Cathedral

9. Heart of Midlothian

10. Royal Mile

11. Greyfriars Bobby

12. Greyfriars Kirkyard

13. Grassmarket

14. Writers' Museum

15. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade

16. Edinburgh Castle

17. Victoria street

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Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour With Castle Included

WHAT'S INCLUDED ⟱

WHAT TO EXPECT ⟱

1. Dean Village

2. Charlotte Square

3. Georgian House

4. Princes Street Gardens

5. National Galleries of Scotland: National

6.

7. Mercat Cross

8. St Giles' Cathedral

9. Heart of Midlothian

10. Royal Mile

11. Greyfriars Bobby

12. Greyfriars Kirkyard

13. Grassmarket

14. Writers' Museum

15. Edinburgh Castle Esplanade

16. Edinburgh Castle

17. Victoria street

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