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Edinburgh Old Town Private Guided Family Walking Tour

By UK Tours & Activites
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$744 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Step into the storybook streets of Edinburgh’s Old Town, where royal history, cobbled closes, and castle views come to life. Optional: explore the wonders of the National Museum of Scotland and enjoy panoramic views from the iconic Calton Hill.

Choose any of these excellent options customised to your preference:

2-hour: Family Walking Tour
Visit Edinburgh’s Old Town with the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, and Castle gates. Hear royal legends, spooky tales, and fun facts for kids.

3-hour: Family Walking Tour & National Museum of Scotland
Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, Castle gates, and enjoy entry to the National Museum of Scotland with dinos, mummies, and hands-on exhibits.

4-hour: Family Walking Tour, National Museum & Calton Hill
Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, Castle gates, National Museum of Scotland, and Calton Hill for epic views and iconic monuments.

Activity location

  • Clarinda's Tearoom
    • 69 Canongate
    • EH8 8BS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Clarinda's Tearoom
    • 69 Canongate
    • EH8 8BS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Check availability

2H:FamilyWalkingTourEN,FR

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Visit Edinburgh’s Old Town with the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, and Castle gates.
,: Hear royal legends, spooky tales, and fun facts for kids.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED034

Price details
NZ$743.97 x 1 AdultNZ$743.97
Total
Price is NZ$743.97

2H:FamilyWalkingTouSP,IT,GR,RU

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • German

Duration: 2 hours: Visit Edinburgh’s Old Town with the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, St Giles’ Cathedral, and Castle gates.
,: Hear royal legends, spooky tales, and fun facts for kids.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED034

Price details
NZ$956.21 x 1 AdultNZ$956.21
Total
Price is NZ$956.21

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Educational insights on Scottish history, royalty, and architecture
  • What's includedWhat's included
    5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Family Walking Tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
  • What's includedWhat's included
    - (number of attractions depend on the selected option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free Entry to Calton Hill and panoramic city views (in the 4-hour option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free entry and guided visit to the National Museum of Scotland (in the 3-, and 4-hour option)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service Tips

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • The number of attractions depend on the selected option.
  • This is a moderate 1.5-3.5 km walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
  • Due to attraction's policy, we keep our private groups small (1-20 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
  • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!

Activity itinerary

Clarinda's Tearoom

  • 10m
Meet your guide in front of Clarinda's Tearoom; 69 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BS, United Kingdom. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

  • 20m
Start at the grand Palace of Holyroodhouse and hear tales of kings, queens, and palace intrigue, including the dramatic life of Mary, Queen of Scots.

Royal Mile

  • 30m
Wander along the iconic Royal Mile, where every close hides a secret and every corner sparks curiosity. Your Licensed Guide will reveal hidden gems and family-friendly legends—from ghostly tales to brave warriors.

St Giles' Cathedral

  • 20m
Pause outside the striking St Giles’ Cathedral to uncover tales of medieval justice.

Edinburgh Castle

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Then head up Castlehill to admire the majestic Edinburgh Castle from the outside. Though entry is not included, your guide will bring its epic history to life with fascinating storytelling, making it an ideal experience for curious young minds. With its mix of humour, history, and hands-on engagement, this tour transforms the Old Town into an open-air time machine.

National Museum of Scotland

  • 1h
With free entry, this stop offers a hands-on journey through time—from roaring dinosaurs and Egyptian mummies to space exploration and medieval inventions. Children can touch, play, and learn while adults enjoy rare artefacts and inspiring exhibitions. It's an exciting blend of guided storytelling and museum magic in one unforgettable experience.

Calton Hill

  • 1h
Book a 4-hour private family tour for the full experience, adding a panoramic walk to Calton Hill. This scenic hilltop, free to access, offers stunning views over Edinburgh and features unusual monuments like the National Monument and Nelson Monument. Your Licensed Guide will share imaginative stories tied to Greek myths, astronomy, and the Scottish Enlightenment—perfect for sparking curiosity.

Location

Activity location

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    Clarinda's Tearoom
    • 69 Canongate
    • EH8 8BS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Clarinda's Tearoom
    • 69 Canongate
    • EH8 8BS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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