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Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
$188.78
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Dean Village and Stockbridge are hidden gems that offer a serene escape from the bustling crowds of Edinburgh’s Old Town. This private walking tour reveals the enchanting charm of Edinburgh's lesser-known locales, perfect for those seeking a more authentic experience.
- 🏷️ Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour: Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided exploration of Edinburgh’s most picturesque neighborhoods with an expert English-speaking guide.
- 🏛️ Begin your journey at Charlotte Square, where you'll marvel at stunning architecture and learn about the fascinating history of Edinburgh New Town.
- 🏞️ Stroll through the idyllic Dean Village, a 1600s milling village that transports you back in time, nestled alongside the tranquil Water of Leith.
- 📸 Capture memories at St. Bernard's Well, a charming spot along the Water of Leith, perfect for photos and rich in local history.
- 🛍️ Discover the delightful local shops and eateries on Stockbridge Street, including a must-see entrance to the historic Stockbridge Market.
- 🏡 Walk along an iconic street that was once used as stables, now lined with stunning residences, providing a picturesque backdrop for your photos.
- 📖 Learn about the preserved New Town architecture and see the home of Robert Louis Stevenson, the renowned author of Jekyll and Hyde.
- ☕ Pass by Thistle Street, where your guide will highlight excellent coffee shops, restaurants, and bars to enjoy after the tour.
- 🏙️ Conclude your adventure at Saint Andrew Square, a historic landmark with plenty of local dining options to explore nearby.
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Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
- Guiding fee
- Gratuities are not included in the price of the tour
Meeting point
The "Oor Wullie" and Highland Cow statues outside the Huxley restaurant (across the street from the Johnnie Walker Experience on one side and the Caledonian Hotel on the other) is a great Central Place to start, but if it is a morning tour perhaps we can meet at your hotel if it is not too far away.
Return details
The tour winds up at St.Andrews Square, which is the other end of New Town from where we start. From there it is easy access to New Town, Old Town and tram stops.
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Charlotte SquareWe start off the tour proper in Charlotte Square to see some amazing architecture, learn when and why Edinburgh New Town was made and see some of it's stunning buildings.
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Dean VillageThis has to be our favourite place in Edinburgh and we think it will be yours too. A milling village from the 1600's that makes you feel like you have went back in time. The old mill, schools etc are now all residences nearby the Water of Leith, it really does feel like you are in a village and not in the city centre.
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We wall along the Water of Leith where you will feel like you are strolling in the country and we will stop at the quaint St.Bernards well for photos and to find out about it's history.
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This beautiful Street has lots of very local shops and eateries and also a photo of the entrance to the old Stockbridge Market is a must.
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A real iconic street in Edinburgh, once used as Stables but now full of stunning houses and a great backdrop for a photo your guide will be happy to take for you.
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A wonderfully preserved New Town Street, get a real feel of what houses would have been like hundreds of years ago and see the house of one of it's most famous residents, the author of Jekyll and Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson
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Thistle Street BarWe will pass by Thistle Street where we can point out excellent location coffee shops, restaurants and bars.
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Once the jewellery in the crown of Edinburgh New Town, there is some great history and now lots of excellent places to eat and shop with the locals.
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Saint Andrew SquareThe tour finishes up in this historic Square, the other end of George Street from Charlotte Square and nearby Princes Street. As well as history, there are lots of local spots to go to eat and drink after thr tour
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Edinburgh History Private Walking Tour
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
$188.78
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!