Discover Edinburgh’s secrets on a 2-hour Royal Mile walking tour. Explore hidden gems, historic sites, and optional Edinburgh Castle visit.
Discover Edinburgh’s secrets on a 2-hour Royal Mile walking tour. Explore hidden gems, historic sites, and optional Edinburgh Castle visit.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Admire the exterior and learn about its history.
- Parliament House - Observe the exterior.
- Edinburgh Old Town - Discover on foot and listen to the historical insights from your guide.
- St. Margaret’s Chapel - Access included with the castle entry ticket.
- Royal Mile - Walk through with your guide who will…
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Admire the exterior and learn about its history.
- Parliament House - Observe the exterior.
- Edinburgh Old Town - Discover on foot and listen to the historical insights from your guide.
- St. Margaret’s Chapel - Access included with the castle entry ticket.
- Royal Mile - Walk through with your guide who will share captivating stories.
- John Knox House Museum - Appreciate the exterior and uncover its history with your guide.
- Castlehill - Relish the panoramic views over Edinburgh.
- Edinburgh Castle - If the “castle included” option is chosen, enjoy a 45-minute introductory tour of Edinburgh Castle with your guide, followed by unlimited free time to explore the Castle at your leisure.
- Small group experience
- Fast track, skip the line entry into Edinburgh Castle
- Award-winning local storytellers
- TourTalk radio receiver for immersive storytelling
- Small group experience
- Fast track, skip the line entry into Edinburgh Castle
- Award-winning local storytellers
- TourTalk radio receiver for immersive storytelling
This walking tour offers an ideal introduction to the capital of Scotland. The first secret revealed? You can bypass the queue at Edinburgh Castle!
Delve into Edinburgh’s hidden gems and uncover the essence of Scotland’s capital, away from the typical tour buses and guidebooks. This magnificent city, rich in captivating history, remains beautifully…
This walking tour offers an ideal introduction to the capital of Scotland. The first secret revealed? You can bypass the queue at Edinburgh Castle!
Delve into Edinburgh’s hidden gems and uncover the essence of Scotland’s capital, away from the typical tour buses and guidebooks. This magnificent city, rich in captivating history, remains beautifully preserved in the wynds, closes, courtyards, and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
The castle majestically overlooks Edinburgh from its ancient volcanic rock – a true fortress, surveying the city’s breathtaking landscapes. It has been the site of battles and sieges, a residence for royalty, and a source of inspiration for countless generations.
Explore Edinburgh Castle with a Mercat Tours Storyteller, and from the Royal Mile, you’ll cross the drawbridge and bypass the ticket line – leaving the queues behind and seamlessly continuing your journey into Edinburgh’s rich history.
- Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
- Please note: Edinburgh Castle will not admit visitors with bags larger than a 25litre capacity
- Please note that we cannot accept babies or children under the age of 5 on this tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
