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Edinburgh Private Tour - Victoria Street
Victoria Street
Edinburgh Private Tour - St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
Edinburgh Private Tour - The Royal Mile
The Royal Mile
Edinburgh Private Tour - Edinburgh Castle from The Grassmarket
Edinburgh Castle from The Grassmarket
Edinburgh Private Tour - Edinburgh Castle from Castle Esplanade
Edinburgh Castle from Castle Esplanade

3 Hour Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Old Town

Highlights
Edinburgh Tour Guide - Barney N.

Joined 2025

Barney N.
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Edinburgh
English (Native)
3 hours
Private tour (only you and Barney N.)
Up to 10 people

On this 3 hour walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, we'll walk the entire length of the historic Royal Mile while I entertain you with stories of Edinburgh's dark and fascinating past. Highlights will include Bakehouse Close, Victoria Street, The Grassmarket, Greyfriar's Graveyard and more.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

The King's Gallery, EH8 8DX

- I'll meet you outside the front entrance to The King's Gallery, in front of Holyrood Palace

09:20 AM

Bakehouse Close

We'll stop in this historic alleyway, famous for featuring in the television series Outlander and Guillermo del Toro's movie Frankekstein

09:40 AM

The Royal Mile

As we walk up the Royal Mile, I'll tell you stories of its fascinating history and you can ask as many questions as you like.

10:10 AM

17th Century Scottish Parliament Hall

Only accessible Monday to Friday, if you book the tour on one of those days I can take you inside this beautiful 17th century hall, home to Scotland's parliament until 1707. This is closed on Saturdays and Sundays, and public holidays.

10:50 AM

Victoria Street

We'll visit this beautiful street, famous for being the most colourful in the Old Town.

11:20 AM

Greyfriar's Graveyard

I'll take you inside the graveyard to tell you stories of its famous inhabitants, one or two of whom may be linked to Harry Potter!

12:00 PM

Edinburgh Castle

We'll finish beside Edinburgh Castle. If you want to purchase tickets, I can give you a brief 10 minute introduction inside the castle, but I'm not allowed, as an independent guide, to enter the rooms with you.

Ending Point

Castle Esplanade

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Guide fee

- Taxes

What‘s not included

- Entrance fee to Edinburgh Castle 21 GBP per person (optional)

Tour Important Information

- This tour involves a lot of walking, and Edinburgh is quite a hilly city, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and waterproof clothing.


- This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Edinburgh Tour Guide - Barney N.

Joined 2025

Barney N.
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Barney N.

Hi, I'm Barney. I have 14 years of experience guiding guests around Scotland, taking day tours out of Edinburgh. Whether I take people on scenic tours, or to historical sites like castles, or whisky tasting, I'm reminded every day that I really do have the best job in the world, in my favourite country in the world, and I'd like to share that with you.


I was born in Edinburgh, and graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2008 with a history degree, so I know what I'm talking about when it comes to Scottish history. But I also consider myself a storyteller, and my main job is to entertain you, so please don't feel that you're going to get dry lectures on history and culture. You don't need to remember a single thing I tell you, so long as you enjoy yourself.


Also, please don't feel constrained by the standard tours I offer. I have many years of guiding experience, so if there's something you want to see that's not listed, just send me a message through Go With Guide and ask me to create a personalised itinerary just for you, which I'm always happy to do.


Professional Qualifications/Memberships:


- MA (Hons) History from University of Edinburgh


- PGDE(S) from University of Strathclyde


- Membership of SITOA (Scottish Independent Tour Operators Association)

Want to Personalize?

$395/ per group

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