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Panoramic Running Tour of Edinburgh

5.0 Excellent 41 reviews
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1h–2h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Run through Edinburgh at your pace and finish with a climb up Arthur's Seat on a private tour for your party. An in-person guide shares city stories along the route; participants need at least moderate physical fitness. 4.98 from 41 reviews at €95 per person for 1h–2h.

From the guide

We love running and we love Edinburgh, bring your trainers and let us show you our wonderful and vibrant city on foot! Hear stories of Edinburgh past and present whilst we tour the capital city at your pace. We will take in all the main city sights and then finish off with a breathtaking climb up Arthur's Seat to see the city from a panoramic view.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Available year-round

This tour runs daily. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

In-Person Guide

Itinerary

Arthur's Seat Stop 1
The Panoramic Tour offers you the chance to summit Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh which is a 330 million year old volcanic rock, standing 250m above sea level. It is a tricky yet very achievable hike/run to the top with the prize of 360 degree views of Edinburgh, Fife and beyond.
5 min
Edinburgh Castle Stop 2
is a major tourist attraction in Edinburgh and is situated at the top of the Royal Mile, we will stop at the castle to take photos and take in the view before heading down to the next stop on the tour.
5 min
Calton Hill Stop 3
has wonderful views of Edinburgh and is the location of the Royal Observatory alongside monuments which will be discussed on the tour.
5 min
Palace of Holyroodhouse Stop 4
The Queen spends one week at the Palace every year, come and see the beautiful architecture.
Pass by
Grassmarket Stop 5
The site of many a hanging - come hear the tales of gore!
Pass by

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Please let us know the address of your accommodation or let us know if we can help you choose a central location to meet up. We will meet you there and we will be ready to start running. We are happy to take it at your pace, be it slow and graceful or fast and athletic (world class athletes may need to lower their expectation of speed!).

99 pickup points listed by the operator, 98 of them hotels

Start point

We can generally meet you anywhere in central Edinburgh if you just let us know where suits you best, or we are happy to suggest a location if your accommodation is a little out of town.

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End point

We can generally meet you anywhere in central Edinburgh if you just let us know where suits you best, or we are happy to suggest a location if your accommodation is a little out of town.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 95 / person