The guided walk is included; it is not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries. 4.98 from 50 reviews at €30 per person for 2h.
In our comparison: #2 of 8 in Outlander Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €30 per adult.
Children from €24 (ages 7 to 12). 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★: 50 of 50
Star breakdown of all 50 ratings
Reviewers praise the engaging history and personal attention; the tour can run beyond its scheduled finish.
Written by Guidekin from the 44 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 February 2022 to 16 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
"Award-winning 2-hour historical walking tour through Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. Led by expert guide in authentic handmade costume, discover hidden stories behind St Giles Cathedral, Royal Mile's cobbled streets, atmospheric Grassmarket, and Victoria Street (inspiration for Diagon Alley). Visit Parliament Square where history was made, literary Makars Court celebrating Scottish writers, mysterious Greyfriars kirkyard, and George IV Bridge's architectural marvels. Experience bagpipe music, meet 'the world's most famous dog,' and uncover local secrets only natives know. Perfect 5-star reviews, intimate small groups, customizable for your interests. This isn't just sightseeing - it's time travel through centuries of Scottish history, literature, and legend. Book your authentic Edinburgh adventure today!"
2hThis is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, West Parliament Square, Lady Stairs close, the writers museum, the Lawnmarket, Johnston Terrace, Victoria Street, The Grassmarket, Candlemaker Row, Greyfriar's Kirkyard. Greyfriar's Bobby and The Elephant House.
Your costumed guide will share with you the stories that makes up the incredibly colourful History of Scotland's capital. We talk about heroes and villains, witches and pirates, wizards and damsels in distress, Kings and Queens and famous dogs. There's something for everyone. UPDATE We have just won an award for Excellence in Service in Scotland in 2024 so this tour is tremendous value for money.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #2 of 8 | €30 | 2h | 4.98 (50) | shared |
| Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh | €81 | 9h 30m | 4.89 (2146) | shared |
| 2-Day Outlander Experience Small Group Tour from Edinburgh | €274 | 2 days | 4.87 (67) | shared |
| 4-Day Outlander Trail Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions | €932 | 4 days | 4.85 (95) | shared |
Ranked #2 of 8 in Outlander Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €30 to €932, median €86; typical length 9h. 0 of 8 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 8 Outlander Tours