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Discover an Edinburgh beyond the reach of tour buses and books. Your expert guide will take you to the places where history was made – the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. You’ll be hanging on your guide’s every word, as the true stories of our capital’s past unfold.
The characters? Think Mary Queen of Scots, David Hume, Adam Smith and Robert Burns. But you’ll go far beyond the well-known facts and faces – uncovering another side of our city, and Scotland’s past. From crime and culture to politics and everyday events, all Edinburgh life is here – expertly told by your guide.

Want to visit Edinburgh Castle? Skip the line!
The castle dominates Scotland’s capital city from its great rock. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it.
Visit the Castle with your guide, and you’ll walk straight over the drawbridge, and straight past the ticket line – to continue your tour with a guided visit.

Inclusion
Guided walking tour; Skip-the-line access and guided visit to Edinburgh Castle.

Exclusion
Transportation to and from the departure location; Gratuities.

Hours of operation
Available daily departing at 10:00am and 1:00pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Duration
Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

Hours of operation
Available daily departing at 10:00am and 1:00pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the tour.

Duration
Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.

Location
Tour departs from the Mercat Cross next to St. Giles Cathedral on the Royal Mile.
Tour ends at Edinburgh Castle esplanade, Castlehill.

Additional Information
You are obliged to dress appropriately and wear suitable footwear for the tour, taking into account the weather and terrain.

Participant restrictions
For health and safety reasons we are unable to allow any children under the age of 5 on our underground tours.

Policies
Cancellation: Always Non-refundable.
For health and safety reasons, anyone deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be admitted on the tour. No refunds will be given in such an event.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**