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Edinburgh Photo Tour: Capture Old Town Gems
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Edinburgh
Embark on a 4-hour photography tour of Edinburgh with a local guide of 50 years. Discover the city’s history, hidden gems, and capture stunning photos along the way.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cockburn Street - Enjoy and capture the beauty of one of Edinburgh’s most charming streets, while David shares valuable photography tips to enhance your skills.
- Tron Kirk Market - Located on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, the Tron Kirk dates back to the 17th century and stands as one of the city’s most iconic structures. Appreciate and photograph its stunning Gothic and Palladian architecture, both inside and out, with expert composition advice.
- Edinburgh City Chambers - Designed by the renowned architect John Adam in 1760, the Edinburgh City Chambers now houses the City of Edinburgh Council. Photograph its impressive exterior and admire the Edinburgh Award and the equestrian statue of Alexander & Bucephalus by John Steel.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - Visit the magnificent St Giles’ Cathedral to admire and photograph its breathtaking interior. Explore one of the world’s most beautiful and intriguing small chapels.
- New College, The University of Edinburgh - Discover one of the most stunning and striking buildings in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
- Victoria Street - Known for its beauty and as a popular photography spot, this street inspired JK Rowling’s Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter series.
- Greyfriars Kirkyard - Explore a fascinating church and graveyard known for its poltergeist activity. Visit remarkable tombs and uncover incredible history and stories.
- Grassmarket - Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, the historic Grassmarket dates back to the 14th century. Filled with historic pubs and vibrant modern shops and cafes, David will guide you to the best photo spots and share tales of notable characters, including ‘Half-hangit Maggie,’ who has a pub named after her.
- The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle - Arguably the best location for views and photos of Edinburgh Castle. Discover the only remaining watchtower from the 15th-century Flodden Wall. A must-see spot with stunning vistas.
- Edinburgh Old Town - PLUS MANY MORE WONDERFUL PHOTOGRAPHY SPOTS ALONG THE WAY, WITH PLENTY OF HELPFUL GUIDANCE FROM DAVID TO ENHANCE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY.
What's Included
- Photo of you or your group at a location of your choice
- Guide to Spending a Day in Edinburgh with recommendations for cafes, restaurants, and pubs
- FREE 100-page Essential Visitor Guide to Edinburgh
- Photography Guide for using your camera and smartphone
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- We do not provide Cameras or other equipment. Please bring your own camera or mobile phone camera.
Additional Information
Capture the essence of Edinburgh’s Old Town with a private photography tour led by David, a seasoned local photographer and guide with over 50 years of experience!
Perfect for photography enthusiasts eager to enhance their skills while exploring the city’s sights. All types of cameras and smartphones are welcome.
This tour serves as an excellent introduction to Edinburgh, guided by a knowledgeable local resident. Many participants express that they wish they had taken this tour at the start of their visit!
David will share intriguing historical insights about the locations visited, complemented by a collection of vintage photographs.
Recognized three times in the Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year awards, David will assist you in capturing stunning images of Edinburgh, uncovering spots you might not find on your own.
This 2-hour walking tour spans approximately 1.8 miles. Participants should be in good health and fitness.
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This exclusive, private photography tour is offered at a fixed price and accommodates up to 6 people in the same group, providing excellent value for money!
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A complimentary ‘Edinburgh City Guide’ (PDF) is included.
- Not recommended for anyone with foot injuries or related problems. We cover approx 1.8 miles on foot requiring a reasonable level of fitness. Please bring comfortable shoes, a sun-hat, sunscreen and water.
Location
Fruitmarket
Market Street
The meeting point is directly outside the ENTRANCE to the FRUITMARKET GALLERY at 45 MARKET STREET in the city centre. The approximate postcode is EH1 1DF. I will be wearing a BLUE BLAZER, a BLUE CAP and have a BLUE RUCKSACK. I will provide a telephone number in case you need to contact me.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jacquelineemanuel
Aug 26, 2024
Photo tour with David!!!! - David was a fantastic tour guide. A 10+.
We learned so much about Edinburgh, Scotland and how to take great, meaningful photos. I am the owner of a travel agency and I will without hesitation recommend him to my clients traveling to Edinburgh, Scotland.
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Karaland
Jun 9, 2024
Wonderful tour! - This was a wonderful tour with David! He is extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. He takes the time to make sure that you're having a great tour and honestly you could spend days with him and learn more and more! He has very good manners and takes very good care of his clients. He will even take you to a fantastic tea and coffee shop for a little break. I wish we could have stayed and taken multiple days worth of tours with him, he was that good! I highly recommend this tour. Take it at the beginning of your trip because he'll point out many places you can return to so you know where the good things are!
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F5194bcstephenp
May 19, 2024
A Wonderful Edinburgh Afternoon! - We booked this tour for the first day of our week in Edinburgh. David provided a truly enthusiastic and warm welcome to his beautiful city which set the tone for the rest of our week. He was a wealth of knowledge and highlighted many fascinating details which would have been easily overlooked, giving us a deep appreciation of his city's rich heritage. His photography advice helped to "train my eyes" and appreciate fantastic details of this visually captivating city, prompting me to return to many of the locations later in our visit.
This tour is a great balance of the history and beauty of this city. We highly recommend this tour as an introduction to Edinburgh.
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Pam_m
May 6, 2024
Tour photos are the best of our trip - David was an absolute delightful and knowledgeable guide. His enthusiasm for Edinburgh was infectious, and his photography hints will definitely be put to use. Will recommend.
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Zion_f
Apr 13, 2024
The Best Tour I’ve Ever Booked - David was the best tour guide I’ve ever had the pleasure of booking. Not only was he supremely knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh, he was also so enthusiastic to share it with us. The photography tips he shared were just a cherry on top. We had an awesome time walking all around Edinburgh exploring the must-see sights and hidden gems. If you are deciding between a few different tours, stop looking and just book David, I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you for an unforgettable experience, David!
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Yanbing_z
Feb 19, 2024
Best photographer guide - We had such a great afternoon with David! He is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the city as well as photography. He taught us great way of improving or photography, technically but also emotionally. I highly recommend David to anyone who wants to know everything about the city as well as improving their photography.
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Jburnski
Feb 8, 2024
Perfect Tour! - David is an incredible tour guide! He is highly motivated and extremely knowledgeable about this beautiful city. His passion is infectious and he went above and beyond for our tour. Loved being taken off the beaten path and shown the hidden gems. 10/10 would recommend if you’re looking for a tour guide. We already want to come back and book more with him!
THANKS DAVID! You’re awesome!
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Cindyt124
Jan 16, 2024
Amazing Edinburgh Afternoon! - While our afternoon with David was 7 months ago, we relive our adventures with him often! We met with him on our second day in Edinburgh so we benefitted from his amazing wealth of knowledge about his city for our next 5 days there. While he took us to well known places, we ventured to less highlighted spots where we learned quite a few photography tricks. While we had a Sony RX100VIII, we primarily used our iPhones. I particularly enjoyed learning to take photos of ceilings with the "trick" that David shared with us. You will see the ceilings of the Thistle Chapel, National Bank of Scotland, and Stirling Castle (chapel) that I've attached. David's suggestions of restaurants and other places to visit and explore filled our remaining days in Edinburgh. We plan to return this spring!
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Andrea_h
Oct 15, 2023
Fabulous Guided Tour - David is a fabulous guide! You can truly tell he loves his city, what he does, and ensuring you are getting the most out of your trip! Certainly embodies the meaning of host and hospitality! He wants you to enjoy your entire visit in Edinburgh (not only the tour with him) and will give you tips on how to ensure your trip goes smoothly and to maximize your visit. His excitement about Edinburgh is infectious! I’m very grateful for my time on the tour with David! Highly recommend! You’ll learn a lot of history about Edinburgh as well as some useful photography tips!
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Pierre_c
Oct 14, 2023
Absolutely great - Se had a wonderfull Time , beautifull sites visits, vert knowleagebals explanations, m’y husband And myself discovered Edinburgh oins depth , corners And détails From a professionnal could give us . Plus we had a photography course which will help us for thé rest or pur lives And wonderfull pictures to bring home as souvenirs . Thank do Michael David for this great afternoon .
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