Private Full Day Edinburgh Walking Tour: Castles & Old Town Sight
Overview
Step into Edinburgh’s fascinating history on a private full day walking tour through the city’s ancient streets, historic Old Town, winding wynds, and hidden passages. Discover the stories behind Edinburgh’s castles, monuments, royal landmarks, battles, lost heads, and legendary characters as your local guide reveals the secrets most visitors miss.
Explore the unique identity of Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns, uncovering fascinating places where kings were crowned, wars were won, and unforgettable legends were born. With Hearts and Highlands, go beyond the typical sightseeing route and experience the authentic stories that have shaped Scotland’s capital.
Note: The King’s Gallery at Holyroodhouse has seasonal opening hours: daily in summer and Thursday–Monday in winter, with shorter winter opening days.
What's Included
- Personal Local Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
379-381 High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1PW, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Royal Mile
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
St Giles' Cathedral
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Advocate's Close
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Granny's Green Steps
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grassmarket
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cowgate (pass by)
Old Fishmarket Close (pass by)
Jacob's Ladder (pass by)
Calton Hill
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Canongate Kirk
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (GMT).
- Personal Local Guide.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Full Day Edinburgh Walking Tour: Castles & Old Town Sight is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Full Day Edinburgh Walking Tour: Castles & Old Town Sight will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Personal Local Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
