Edinburgh Iconic Taxi Tour Experience

Discover the best of Edinburgh on a full-day tour, including iconic attractions and hidden gems from the comfort of a London Taxi with your professional driver and guide.
Experience the charm of Edinburgh from a classic London Taxi. This driving tour includes stops at Edinburgh Castle, where ancient stones whisper tales of royalty and conflict. Your expert driver-guide will share fascinating stories as you travel along the historic Royal Mile, where the past and present intertwine. Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the British monarch’s Scottish residence, rich in history. On Calton Hill, neoclassical monuments provide perfect photo opportunities with stunning city views. Explore Edinburgh’s elegant New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring Georgian architecture along Princes Street, George Street, and Charlotte Square. The best way to see Edinburgh!

Please note that during city events and festivals, the itinerary may change for safety and compliance with local regulations.

Meeting Point

Waterloo Place (Stop ZK)

Edinburgh EH1 3BH, UK

Hotel pick-up is available upon request from Central Edinburgh within a 5km radius from Howies Restaurant. If we do not receive your hotel information or if the hotel is outside of the pick-up radius, your guide will meet you at the corner of Waterloo Pl. and Calton Hill beside Howies Restaurant.

What's included:

• Hotel pick up and drop off from your centrally located hotel in Edinburgh
• Private Transportation throughout the day in a TXE, TX4 or people carrier.
• A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group

Not included:

• Food and drink
• Entrance Fees or guided visits inside venues
• Airport & Cruise Terminal pickup & drop off

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Royal Mile

High St., , Edinburgh, EH1 2PB

Explore the Historic Royal Mile, the city's oldest street, from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse where centuries of history and modern life intertwine;

45 minutes

Edinburgh Castle

Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG

Admire Edinburgh Castle from the vantage point of Castle Rock, this historic fortress provides stunning views and fascinating stories of royal intrigue and historic battles; entrance not included.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Calton Hill

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

Capture scenic views from Calton Hill offering breathtaking panoramas of Edinburgh; the picture perfect moment!

1 minute

St Giles' Cathedral

High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE

See the magnificent stained-glass windows from the outside of the High Kirk of Edinburgh, St Giles’ Cathedral, a prime example of Gothic architecture;

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Greyfriars Kirk

26A Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QQ

Visit Greyfriars Graveyard and learn about the touching tale of Greyfriars Bobby, one of Scotland’s most beloved dogs;

30 minutes

Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, EH15 3PY

Enjoy a scenic drive towards Arthur’s Seat and step up this ancient volcano for stunning views over Edinburgh and the surrounding area;

45 minutes

Leith

, , Edinburgh, EH6

Explore the coastal Town of Leith and stroll along the vibrant waterfront of this historic port town, now a lively area with many restaurants and shops;

30 minutes