• Royal Mile - The Royal Mile is a central thoroughfare in Edinburgh’s Old Town, linking the majestic Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop volcanic rock, with the splendid Palace of Holyroodhouse, nestled beneath Arthur’s Seat. The Mile is flanked by towering tenements, with cobbled closes and narrow stairways weaving a hidden underground world.
• Grassmarket - Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, offering breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, the Grassmarket is one of the city’s most charming and vibrant areas. It is a haven for independent merchants, designers, and artisans, featuring a variety of high-quality gift, clothing, and homeware shops. When hunger calls, there is a wide selection of bars, restaurants, and cafes to cater to all tastes and budgets.
• Palace of Holyroodhouse - The Palace of Holyrood, often called Holyrood Palace or Holyroodhouse, serves as the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
• Gladstone’s Land - Gladstone’s Land is a preserved 17th-century high-tenement house located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Scotland. Restored and furnished by the National Trust for Scotland, it operates as a popular tourist attraction.
• New Town - The New Town is a central district of Edinburgh, constructed in phases between 1767 and around 1850, maintaining much of its original neo-classical and Georgian architecture.

Its most famous street is Princes Street, which faces Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town across the former Nor Loch’s geological depression. Along with the West End, the New Town was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside the Old Town in 1995. The area is also renowned for Princes Street Gardens, a heritage site since March 2001.

• University of Edinburgh - Old College is a late 18th-century to early 19th-century building of the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. Located on South Bridge, it currently houses parts of the University’s administration, the University of Edinburgh School of Law, and the Talbot Rice Gallery.

Initially named the “New College,” it was designed by Robert Adam to replace older buildings on the former Kirk o’ Field site. After significant delays, it was completed to a modified design by William Henry Playfair, except for the dome added later. It is a Category A listed building.

• Edinburgh Castle Esplanade - Edinburgh Castle is among the oldest fortified sites in Europe. With a rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison, and fortress, it is filled with fascinating stories. Climbing Castle Hill allows visitors to walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings, queens, and even the occasional pirate.

Although parts remain in military use, the castle is now a globally renowned visitor attraction and an iconic part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site.

• Greyfriars Kirkyard - Greyfriars Kirkyard is the cemetery surrounding Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh, Scotland. Located at the southern edge of the Old Town, next to George Heriot’s School, burials have occurred since the late 16th century, with many notable Edinburgh residents interred there.

The graves have also inspired many characters from the Harry Potter movie series.

• George Heriot’s School - The inspiration behind Hogwarts in the Harry Potter movies.
• Greyfriars Bobby - Greyfriars Bobby (4 May 1855 – 14 January 1872) was a Skye Terrier or Dandie Dinmont Terrier known in 19th-century Edinburgh for spending 14 years guarding his owner’s grave until his death on 14 January 1872. The story remains well-known in Scotland, through various books and films.
• Dunbars Close Garden - Dunbars Close on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh’s Old Town is a hidden treasure. The garden is designed in the style and character of a 17th-century garden. Visitors enter through a narrow, cobbled close, which opens into a surprisingly peaceful and elegant parterre of clipped shrubs beneath a cozy green canopy of trees. Beyond the entrance are additional parterres, each with unique atmospheres, all sheltered by high church walls on the west side and clipped hedging on the others.

• Snacks

Embark on a journey through time by exploring the roots of Edinburgh, visiting the Old Town’s numerous landmarks such as the Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh University, and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Your guide will reveal the city’s hidden treasures that are often overlooked by other tours. Discover the charming corners and secret spots that, as noted by Time Out, contribute to Edinburgh being “the world’s most beautiful, walkable, and exceptionally wonderful place to visit.”

• The tour is for approximately 3 hours. The customer can decide how long they want to stay in each stop.

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