Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Overview
This tour is led by Edinburgh Guided Tour — a small team of exceptional Guides, including PHD Historians, a Professor, and a Museum Manager. Each guide handpicked for their intelligence and warmth. Their passion for Edinburgh shines through in every story they tell, from royal scandal to Enlightenment genius, from Harry Potter to historical rogues.
We keep our group size small — never more than 12 guests — so every participant enjoys a personal experience. No straining to hear in a crowd of 30!
Our guests consistently give us amazing reviews. These are not your average guides. They will Make History Come Alive.
• Guided Walking Tour of the Royal Mile and surrounds
• See the secret closes and wynds and all of the major sites
• Learn of the famous writers, poets, and economists who have made Edinburgh their home
• Visit famous landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars’ Kirkyard
• Take the opportunity to capture some amazing photographic opportunities
What's Included
- Time for questions and conversation throughout the tour
- Small-group walking tour, maximum 12 travellers
- Expert historian or specialist local guide
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, or any paid attractions (paid on site)
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
- Gratuities/tips, optional
Meeting Location
Lothian Road
Edinburgh EH1 2EA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Scott Monument
Edinburgh EH2 2EJ, UK
The tour ends by the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens, a short walk from Princes Street and Edinburgh Waverley Station.
What To Expect
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Usher Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grassmarket
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Milne’s Court
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jolly Judge
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Writers' Museum
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Riddle's Court
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Deacon Brodie's Tavern
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Giles' Cathedral
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh City Chambers
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Waverley Station
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Scott Monument
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Children under 12 are free
- Children 12-16 pay 75%
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour?
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Activity code: C-8613P1
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Average 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 1,622 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Time for questions and conversation throughout the tour.
- Small-group walking tour, maximum 12 travellers.
- Expert historian or specialist local guide.
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, or any paid attractions (paid on site).
- Food and drink.
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off.
- Gratuities/tips, optional.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- Time for questions and conversation throughout the tour
- Small-group walking tour, maximum 12 travellers
- Expert historian or specialist local guide
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, or any paid attractions (paid on site)
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
- Gratuities/tips, optional
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Children under 12 are free
- Children 12-16 pay 75%
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
