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Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

By Edinburgh Walking Tours
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$115 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with our guided walking tour that combines a walk on the historic Royal Mile and a guided visit inside Edinburgh Castle (entry included).

The tour will begin on the Royal Mile, where your guide will lead you through cobbled streets, sharing fascinating stories of Scotland’s past and pointing out iconic landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral, the colourful Victoria Street, and the Grassmarket with its vibrant atmosphere.

Uncover Edinburgh castle's rich history and visit the Crown Jewels of Scotland, the Great Hall, and St. Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in the city. Learn about the dramatic life of Mary, Queen of Scots, and experience the One O’Clock Gun firing. After the tour, you will have the opportunity to keep exploring the roofed buildings of the castle at your own pace.

Activity location

  • Royal Mile
    • Royal Mile,
    • EH1 2PB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Old Assembly Close
    • 180 High Street
    • EH1 1QS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$115.07 x 1 AdultNZ$115.07
Total
Price is NZ$115.07
Until Thu, 17 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance ticket to Edinburgh Castle and guided tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour of the Old Town and Royal Mile highlights
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Suitcases and large rucksacks are not permitted in Edinburgh castle.
  • There will be 3 set of steps and 2 steep paths along the route.
  • The tour will take place on the outdoor areas of the castle. After the guided visit you will have the time to visit the roofed buildings and the museums
  • The company is not responsible for participants arriving late and missing the beginning of the tour. If the group is no longer at the meeting point when you arrive, please note that the first stop will be the Mercat Cross and the Old Parliament Square.

Activity itinerary

Royal Mile
  • 10m
Our tour will start on the Royal Mile. Your tour guide will offer an introduction to the city and the history of the Old Town.
Mercat Cross
  • 10m
As we walk on the Royal Mile we will see some of the city 'closes' and understand what these narrow lanes were used for. We'll also stop at the Mercat Cross, a site once used for public announcements and punishments. Can you spot the unicorn at the top?
St Giles' Cathedral
  • 25m
In front of the Mercat Cross we will see St. Giles Cathedral. We'll talk about the architecture of the most important church in Scotland, and discover the history of the Presbyterian religion. We will also walk to West Parliament Square to talk about the Act of Union.
Writers' Museum
  • 15m
We leave St. Giles behind us and proceed on the Royal Mile. On our way, we will point out the Heart of Midlothian and explain what this mosaic heart is. A few minutes later, we will enter Makars’ Court, just off the Royal Mile. Here, with the Writer’s Museum as a backdrop, we will talk about Scotland’s most important writers, including Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.
Victoria street
  • 10m
From the Writer's Museum we will walk down a few steps to get to Victoria Street, one of the most picturesque streets of the Old Town. As we walk down the street, you will see quirky shops and colourful facades.
Grassmarket
  • 10m
As we reach the bottom of Victoria Street, we will see a large plaza in front of us. This is the Grassmarket, an area famous for its pubs, but with a very dark past!
Edinburgh Castle
  • 15m
From the Grassmarket we will take some steps to reach the Castle Esplanade. As we walk up the hill we will see the dark spike of the Hub, and explain what this building is. Once on the Castle Esplanade, we will enjoy stunning views of the city and see where the Edinburgh Military Tattoo takes place.
Edinburgh Castle
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
It is finally time to enter Edinburgh Castle. Once inside, we’ll delve into the history and secrets of this building, and recall the fascinating stories of kings, queens, battles and sieges. After the guided tour you will have the opportunity to explore the indoor areas of the castle at your own pace.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRoyal Mile
    • Royal Mile,
    • EH1 2PB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEOld Assembly Close
    • 180 High Street
    • EH1 1QS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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