Edinburgh Historic City Tour Experience

The Edinburgh city tour is unique for several reasons:
**Historic and Architectural Significance** **Literary Connections**
**Scenic Views**
**Cultural Festivals**
**Dark History**
**Unique Attractions**
**Royal Connections**

Together, these elements make the Edinburgh city tour a distinctive and multifaceted experience, offering a rich blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes.

Tour will be our traditional Black Cab-LEVC TXE VISTA COMFORT PLUS within full Air-Conditioned & Heating control vehicle. complementary water bottle. Vehicle are fully insured and have full public liability insurance. Our driver & guide are officially recognised by the City of Edinburgh Council. All tours are priced per vehicle which can hold up to 6 passengers. We assured fully safe & secure every tour with bespoke tour, also provide any pick up or drop off in Edinburgh based location, including Air-port transport.

Meeting Point

Edinburgh

Edinburgh, UK

What's included:

• Guest Phone Photography
• Iconic Scottish Sweet Treats
• Door to door pick up service
• WiFi on board
• Private transport by luxury 6-passenger Mercedes Vito or British LEVC TXE Vehicle.
• Professional local tour guide
• Complementary Water
• Live commentary on board

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Grassmarket

21 Grassmarket, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS

The Grassmarket is a historic market place and an event space in the Old Town of Edinburgh, Scotland.

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

New Town

Edinburgh

New Town is a neoclassical area in the city center of Edinburgh, Scotland. It was built in the late 18th and early 19th centuries as a response to overcrowding in the Old Town. Designed with a grid pattern and spacious streets, New Town is characterized by its elegant Georgian architecture, grand squares, and neoclassical buildings. The area is home to many upscale shops, restaurants, and hotels, as well as cultural institutions such as the Scottish National Portrait Gallery and the Georgian House museum. New Town is also known for its beautiful gardens and green spaces, including Princes Street Gardens and Queen Street Gardens, which provide a tranquil escape from the urban hustle and bustle. Overall, New Town is a vibrant and affluent part of Edinburgh, offering a blend of history, culture, and modern amenities.

1 hour

St Giles' Cathedral

High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE

The St. Giles Cathedral: The current church building dates from the 14th century onwards and its distinctive crown steeple is one of Edinburgh's best-known landmarks. The church's role in the Scottish Reformation and the Covenanters’ Rebellion has led to its being called "the Mother Church of World Presbyterianism". Alongside housing an active congregation, the church is one of Scotland's most popular visitor sites, welcoming over a million visitors in 2018.

Pass by without stopping

The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle

11 1 Vennel, Edinburgh, EH1 2HU

A vennel is a passageway between the gables of two buildings which can in effect be a minor street in Scotland.

15 minutes

Greyfriars Bobby

Edinburgh, EH1 2QE

A prominent commemorative statue and nearby graves are a tourist attraction.

15 minutes

Surgeons' Hall Museums

Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9DW

Surgeons Hall Museums is the largest and most historic pathology collection in the United Kingdom. The history of Surgery and Dentistry Museum. This is the world renowned medical history. Discover the anatomist, surgeons and physicians worked, operated and squabbled for medical advancement.

20 minutes

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK

The Queen's official residence in Edinburgh and the home of Scottish royal history.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, EH15 3PY

The Palace of Holyrood house including a theatrical scene tour all around Arthurs Seat: Arthur's Seat is the largest of the three parts of the Arthur's Seat Volcano site of special scientific interest which is designated to protect its important geology, grassland habitats and uncommon plant and animal species.

15 minutes

Royal Yacht Britannia

Ocean Drive, Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ

Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia, also known as the Royal Yacht Britannia. Britannia is permanently berthed at Ocean Terminal, Leith in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is a popular visitor attraction with over 300,000 visits each year. (drive by and drive through)

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Scottish Parliament

Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

The Scottish Parliament: Visit the Scottish Parliament for free. You can see our Chamber, take a free tour, get involved in free events and exhibitions and find out about the history of the Parliament.

10 minutes

Forth Road Bridge

South Queensferry, CH1 4QL

Three beautiful Bridge: To crossing Edinburgh to Queensferry you can see three beautiful Bridge- Forth Road Bridge,Forth Railway Bridge & Most New Bridge is Sought Queensferry Crossing Bridge,opened on 30 August 2017. New bridge is the third crossing of the Forth at Queensferry, alongside the Forth Road Bridge, completed in 1964, and the Forth Bridge, a railway bridge completed in 1890.

45 minutes

Calton Hill

St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, , Edinburgh, EH1 3DG

Calton Hill is the Edinburgh World Heritage site. Panoramic views from the top of Calton Hill.

30 minutes

Dean Village

Dean Path, Edinburgh, EH8 8BH

It was known as the "Water of Leith Village" and was the centre of a successful grain milling area for more than 800 years. At one time there were no fewer than eleven working mills there, driven by the strong currents of the Water of Leith.

35 minutes

Duddingston Kirk

Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village, Edinburgh, EH15 3PX

Duddingston Village is a picturesque area located in the eastern part of Edinburgh, Scotland. It's known for its charming streets, historic buildings, and tranquil atmosphere. One of its most notable landmarks is Duddingston Kirk, a beautiful parish church with roots dating back to the 12th century. The village also boasts Duddingston Loch, a serene body of water that provides a peaceful retreat from the bustling city. Visitors can explore the village's quaint shops, cafes, and pubs while enjoying its scenic surroundings. Overall, Duddingston Village offers a delightful blend of history, nature, and culture for locals and tourists alike.

35 minutes

Old Town

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh, a historic and vibrant part of Scotland's capital, is characterized by its medieval street plan and architecture. The area is home to many notable landmarks,narrow alleyways (known as closes) and steep streets contribute to its unique charm and character, making it a must-visit for anyone exploring the city.

1 hour

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG

The Edinburgh Castle, in the care of Historic Environment Scotland, is Scotland's most and the United Kingdom's second most-visited paid tourist attraction. As one of the most important strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle was involved in many historical conflicts from the Wars of Scottish Independence. (drive by and drive through).

10 minutes

Royal Mile

Edinburgh EH1 1QS, UK

The Royal Mile is the historic and cultural heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, running through the Old Town. This mile-long stretch connects Edinburgh Castle at the top to the Palace of Holyroodhouse at the bottom. The Royal Mile is divided into several sections, each with its own unique features and attractions: Throughout the Royal Mile, visitors can find a mix of historic sites, cultural attractions, traditional pubs, restaurants, and shops. Street performers and festivals, particularly during the Edinburgh Festival in August.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included