Secrets of the Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle: Walking Tour

Edinburgh, Midlothian

Bookings can be made 1 – 28 days in advance

Therefore we are currently taking enquires for 29th December 2024 – 25th January 2025

To make your booking, call our Central Reservations Team on 01565 831816* quoting your Unique Booking Code and details of where you would like to stay.

The taste of haggis, the sound of bagpipes, and a looming castle on a hill - Scotland's capital has it all! Uncover Edinburgh's secrets on a guided walk through its historic streets, then skip the line to Edinburgh Castle for the lowdown on its residents - past and present.

Away from the tour buses and guidebooks, you'll be led down wynds, closes, and courtyards with your expert guide for a history lesson on Edinburgh.

Hear true stories about the city's crime, culture, politics and everyday events. Find out how people like Mary Queen of Scots, David Hume, Adam Smith and Robert Burns shaped Edinburgh's culture, politics and more, then skip the line for a tour of Edinburgh Castle.

Learn about who died here, who battled for what, which sieges were successful, and which were not.

There's a lot to soak up - but you can always wash it down with some Scotch whisky later!

Please refer to your accompanying correspondence for details of how many admissions your booking code is valid for.
*Should your requirements differ from this standard offering, please notify our Take Time reservations department at the time of booking.

What's included:
135-minute guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile
Small group with an English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entrance to Edinburgh Castle

Address

Historic Scotland, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH1 2NG

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Days available to book

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday