• Dean Village - The journey begins at Dean Village, a tranquil haven just steps from Princes Street and the meeting point. This village, with roots in medieval times, was once a bustling center for bakers. Today, it still showcases mill stones and stone plaques adorned with images of baked bread and pies.

• Charlotte Square - Departing from Dean Village, the tour proceeds to the New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A brief walk leads to Charlotte Square, where visitors can admire stunning examples of neoclassical architecture and discover why Edinburgh is often called the ‘Athens of the North.’

• The Georgian House - At Charlotte Square, the tour pauses outside the Georgian House, the most iconic mansion in the New Town, offering insights into the lifestyle of Edinburgh’s high society during the 18th and 19th centuries.

• Rose Street - From Charlotte Square, the tour enters the New Town Grid via Rose Street, renowned for its pubs. Here, the history behind the creation of secret bars in the New Town is revealed.

• Castle Street - The tour continues from Rose Street to Castle Street, offering a spectacular view of the castle and the castle rock.

• Princes Street and Gardens - Crossing Princes Street from Castle Street, the tour enters Princes Street Gardens, one of Edinburgh’s main parks. Here, visitors can admire public art and enjoy a magnificent view of the castle and the castle rock from the gardens.

• Scott Monument - From Princes Street Gardens, the tour heads to the Scott Monument, a prominent Edinburgh landmark. The history and architecture of the monument are discussed, including the fact that it is the largest monument in the world dedicated to a writer.

• George Street - Returning to the New Town grid, the tour explores the eastern part of George Street, known for its cafes, restaurants, and statues, including those of King George IV and James Clerk Maxwell.

• The Dome - Just around the corner from Rose Street, George Street, a major thoroughfare of the New Town, is explored. It is famous for its restaurants, hotels, and shops, and features impressive Neoclassical buildings like the Dome.

• Melville Monument - This grand monument stands at the end of Princes Street, in the center of St. Andrews Square. The tour explains the reasons behind the construction of the Melville Monument and its ties to the British colonial era.

• Dundas House - Across from the Melville Monument is Dundas House. Visitors may be intrigued to learn that the architect drew inspiration from the works of Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. Today, this building serves as a bank, and if open, the tour will include a visit inside.

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Escape the usual tourist routes and join us for a tour of the New Town and Dean Village. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites and delightful neighborhoods, away from the busy city center.

During this tour, participants will:

• Discover the New Town’s open spaces and crescents, offering a stark contrast to the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town.

• Gain insights into the Scottish Enlightenment that transformed Edinburgh into the ‘Athens of the North.’

• Walk the same streets as renowned Scottish inventors, scientists, and writers such as David Hume, Adam Smith, and Arthur Conan Doyle.

• Experience life in a Georgian House and admire stunning examples of Neoclassical architecture.

• Discuss the influence of colonialism on the city’s expansion.

• Uncover the origins of secret bars in the New Town.

• Stroll through the charming Dean Village, once a medieval industrial center with water mills, where bakers and weavers lived and worked.

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