A local guide is included; priced per group, the walk requires moderate fitness. 4.99 from 243 reviews at €131 per group/vehicle for 2h.
Best for: Start with the Old Town walk's option for two: 2h with a local guide at €131 per group/vehicle; moderate fitness required; 4.99 from 243 reviews. Private Tours comparison
Trade-off: Moderate fitness required.
In our comparison: #3 of 33 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
4 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From |
|---|---|---|
| Private Tour for 1 personThe page price | Duration: 2 hours | €102per group |
| Private Tour for 2 people | Duration: 2 hours | €131per group |
| Private Tour for 3-5 people | Duration: 2 hours | €167per group |
| Private Tour for 6-10 people | Duration: 2 hours | €191per group |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. 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★: 242 of 243
Star breakdown of all 243 ratings
Reviewers praise the tailored route and humorous storytelling; some describe walking in rain or chilly weather
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (10 May 2022 to 26 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Your tour starts just inside the main gate of Greyfriars Kirkyard. You'll find out about Edinburgh's famous 'wee dug'; Greyfriars Bobby. There are a number of versions of his story. We'll let you make your own mind up!
15 minCandlemaker Row and the Grassmarket will be next on your route. You'll find out about one of Scotland's most significant weddings and how it affected Edinburgh. You'll follow the route of the pre-wedding party.
25 minYour tour will take in a number of locations along Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile. We'll see where Mary, Queen of Scots spent part of her childhood, we'll visit a charming little courtyard (with a royal link) and we'll discover the very strange story of Deacon William Brodie and his hanging. We get to cover a brief history of St Giles before visiting the site of the old Mercat Cross. You'll learn about the significance of this location in the story of Prince Charles Edward Stewart ('Bonnie Prince Charlie') before we visit an atmospheric Old Town close. The stories here will be rather memorable...
40 minWe'll visit two stops which belong to the famous University of Edinburgh. Burke and Hare, the infamous Irish murderers, came to where we make our penultimate stop. You'll find out how this pair worked, why they were able to murder so many people...and finally what happened to them. We may even look at the 'traditional' Highland outfit your guide will be wearing. Your final stop takes place near to Old College (or, if it's open to us, inside Old College). This is possibly one of the most fascinating places on our tour. It looks incredible now...but the story we share is even more explosive. Literally!
30 minWelcome to Historic Edinburgh Tours! We will take you on a fascinating journey through the historic streets of the Old Town. You'll get to explore the very places where some of Scotland's most famous (and infamous) characters once walked and lived. From Mary, Queen of Scots to Bonnie Prince Charlie, Deacon Brodie and more, this is an unmissable opportunity to discover Edinburgh's rich history.
Robert, your local guide, will come dressed in a kilt for your private tour. He will also carry a book of archive images. Robert will show you the city's iconic landmarks while sharing fascinating insights into its past. With our archive images, you'll be able to see how Edinburgh has changed over the years - and even compare it to its present-day counterpart. This is an experience not to be missed for history buffs and tourists alike!
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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 · #3 of 33 | €131 per group | 2h | 4.99 (243) | private |
| 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 |
| Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included | €63 | 2h 15m | 4.93 (2821) | shared |
Ranked #3 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