An in-person guide is included; expect a walking route over cobbles. 5 from 71 reviews at €22 per person for 2h.
In our comparison: #8 of 33 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €22 per adult.
Children from €14 (ages 6 to 15). 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★: 71 of 71
Star breakdown of all 71 ratings
Reviewers praise storytelling and tours tailored to their interests; the supplied reviews identify no recurring drawback.
Written by Guidekin from the 66 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 March 2020 to 24 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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The perfect introduction to the history of Scotland and Edinburgh in particular. Wander around Old Town Edinburgh in the company of an expert guide, and hear about the origins of Scotland and its capital.
Pass by, no stopWalk around St. Giles Cathedral and hear about its history, John Knox and the Reformation, and how the Wars of the Three Kingdoms may have started.
15 minHear about the architecture of the city, and the impact of the Great Fire of 1824.
10 minWalk up the Royal Mile, and hear about important long-gone buildings, as well as some of the surrounding landmarks and statues.
Pass by, no stopHear about one of the city's oldest standing buildings, now home to the Writer's Museum, dedicated to some of the most famous Scottish Writers.
10 minWithout a doubt the most imposing building in the city. Hear about its origins and importance.
Pass by, no stopHear about the former gallows site, as well as some of the characters that met their fate there. Hear about the Covenanters and visit the Memorial.
10 minVisit the gates of the Covenanters Prison, and hear about one of the most convoluted periods of history. Hear about the bodysnatching activity in Edinburgh and its impact in the studies of anatomy. Finally, listen to the heart-warming story of Greyfriars Bobby.
30 minThe perfect introduction to the city.
Your guide will lead you through Old Town Edinburgh, where you'll be introduced not only to the most famous landmarks, but also to some of the hidden gems that make our beloved city so special.
You'll learn about the origins of Scotland and Edinburgh, hear the stories of our illustrious citizens and (in)famous residents, wander among graves and through cobbled streets, always in the company of a knowledgeable and personable guide.
Not to be missed!
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #8 of 33 | €22 | 2h | 5.0 (71) | 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 (242) | private |
Ranked #8 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