Edinburgh Old Town: A Historical Tour of Royal Mile and Underground Vaults

Embark on a captivating 90-minute historical tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town, led by a knowledgeable guide. Explore the Royal Mile, hidden closes, and underground vaults, uncovering the stories of famous residents and notorious characters.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • City of Edinburgh Tours - Tron Kirk
    Niddry wynd Vaults
    Canongate Kirkyard
What's Included
  • Must-do for history enthusiasts
  • Exclusive access to underground sections
  • Insights into Edinburgh’s formative events
  • 90-minute tour of Old Town and South Bridge vaults
  • Opportunity for questions and discussions
  • Led by a professional and engaging guide
What's Not Included
  • N/A
Additional Information

Whether directed by a PhD holder in Scottish heritage or a seasoned tour guide in Scotland’s capital, this captivating 90-minute walkabout in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town is a voyage into the past. Experience the grandeur of the well-known Royal Mile with its breathtaking structures, and also delve deeper into the hidden nooks and courts off the High…

Location
124 High St
High Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Thecloy05
Mar 4, 2025
Great storytelling and a fun perspective on Edinburgh - Emilie was great fun to walk around the city with and I appreciated her ability to share detail that is somewhere between fact and folklore in an engaging way. We loved the experience.
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L
Mar 2, 2025
JAMES DOUGLAS amazing - I would like to congratulate JAMES DOUGLAS , our guide, for the amazing knowledge, presence and craft. He is surely amazing performer and storyteller. The tour was good and James made it extra especial.
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C3799szmicheller
Mar 1, 2025
Something different to do in Edinburgh - The tour was very informative as well as good fun. Quite a lot of interaction with the group. Guide was lafayette and he was very entertaining!
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K6266epkaylab
Feb 26, 2025
Great 10/10 with Robbie Diggs - Robbie Diggs was the perfect guide. Funny, informative and a little spooky. 10/10 would do it again. Underground was so interesting.
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G3126pxmarinat
Feb 25, 2025
Old town and vault tour. - Our guide Emily was brilliant. She knew everything and told us many stories about the people and places of the Old Town. She was clear & very entertaining.
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Iryna_v
Feb 24, 2025
a great story about the... - a great story about the city by Emily - a great storyteller! thank you very much for a fantastic 90 min tour
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163ad_lab
Feb 24, 2025
Great experience - Our tour guide was Robbie Diggs, he was very funny and his stories created delightfully spooky atmosphere! I would recommend this everyone.
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Walter_s
Feb 24, 2025
Fun filled introduction to the history of Edinburgh - We were taken around by Chihon who has a great knowledge about the city and its history. I liked his entertaining way of making the history come alive.
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Q4048marachaelm
Feb 23, 2025
Edinburgh Tour - The tour was great, Holly was very knowledgeable and really engaging throughout the tour! Really interesting side of Edinburgh to see
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Niel
Mar 5, 2025
Good way to avoid the rain! - Beandon was amazing and bubbly. His knowledge was so in depth even when we asked difficult qs. The vaults were an eye opener along with the stories Brandon retold.
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