Local guiding is included; despite the relaxed pace described, the listing requires moderate fitness. 4.93 from 139 reviews at €22 per person for 2h.
In our comparison: #12 of 33 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €22 per adult.
Children from €18 (ages 10 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 139 of 139
Star breakdown of all 139 ratings
Reviewers praise the local history and quiet riverside scenery; some found the walk demanding.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (11 July 2024 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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A stunningly pretty former mill village located in Dean Vally by the fast flowing Water of Leith. See 17th century buildings as well as potentially wildlife including herons and otters. A taste of the Highlands only ten minutes walk from Princes Street!
20 minExplore the not so New Town of Edinburgh- it was originally built in the 1770s! The neighbourhood’s design revolutionised the way cities were laid. See the former home of one of Scotland’s greatest writers and marvel at the grand Georgian townhouses.
40 minWe'll walk down the river path, maybe spotting the local otters, birdlife and a few indigenous Edinburghers too! There's local history too!
25 minWhen you do this tour on Sunday, you'll pass by the Stockbridge market
20 minEscape the overcrowded Royal Mile and enjoy an intimate, personal tour of Edinburgh's hidden gems with a friendly local guide!
On this relaxed walking tour you'll encounter the best of Edinburgh - an historic neighbourhood (Dean Village) with architecture dating back to the 1600's, historic monuments, quirky local cafes, quaint hidden alleyways and streets and you'll walk along the city's only river. There might even be a waterfall and if you are really lucky, you might even see local otters, right in the middle of the city!
Book this tour if you want to get away from the tourist crowds and experience something a bit more "local". Perfect for anyone who's seen the Old Town.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #12 of 33 | €22 | 2h | 4.93 (139) | shared |
| Edinburgh Old Town: Historical Guided Walking Tour | €24 | 2h | 4.97 (1671) | shared |
| The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh | €31 | 2h | 4.96 (2008) | shared |
| Private Old Edinburgh Tour - Walk in the footsteps of Royals and Rogues! | €131 per group | 2h | 4.99 (243) | private |
Ranked #12 of 33 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €114, median €31; typical length 2h. 9 of 33 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 33 Walking Tours