Edinburgh People’s Story Walking Tour

From volcanoes, to markets and festivals to executions - Edinburgh has seen it all. What better way to explore this iconic city than through the tales and experiences of those who have lived here through the ages.
Immerse yourself in Edinburgh’s past, present and future on this 1.5 hour walking tour. Your dedicated local guide will bring to life the stories of famous and lesser known people of Edinburgh’s past and present, their experiences and how key events have shaped the city into the vibrant and lively place you see today.

From warriors to candlemakers, kings to clergy, the city of Edinburgh has long been home to an eclectic range of individuals, varying in their status, wealth and position in society. Edinburgh: The People’s Story will guide you through the stories of a diverse range of people.

Discover Edinburgh through stories, sites and sounds with your local, expert guide!

Meeting Point

The Scotch Whisky Experience

354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, UK

Meet us outside the Scottish Whisky Experience, your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket! Please message us after booking if you need to change this meeting point, this is no problem.

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Edinburgh Old Town

Edinburgh, EH1

Discover Edinburgh through the tales of those who have lived, worked and played in this very city! From kings and queens, to suffragettes and even bears! Your local guide will bring this city to life through stories of those who know it best; it's people.

20 minutes

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG

Discover the historic Edinburgh Castle! From volcanoes to ice caps its seen it all. Hear tales of the iconic people who have lived and worked in Scotland's most iconic castle (exterior visit only)

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Grassmarket

21 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS

Explore Edinburgh's grassmarket - the former hub of trade and commerce, as well as hangings!

15 minutes

Greyfriars Bobby

Edinburgh, EH1 2QE

Learn more about the life of Edinburgh's renowned candlemakers

15 minutes

Mercat Cross

Mercat Cross, Edinburgh

The former hub of annoucements, markets and more - the mercat cross has more than meets the eye. Do you know the story of the unicorn?

15 minutes

Princes Street Gardens

54 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4BA

From bandstands to Polish military bears - there's plenty to be discovered in the Prices Street Gardens

15 minutes

What's included:

• Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile & more!
• Dedicated, local guide!