Edinburgh
A royal walk: Edinburgh Castle to Arthur’s Seat
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 2 hours
5.0
(77)
A royal walk: Edinburgh Castle to Arthur’s Seat
Walk around the beautiful Old Town and the streets surrounding Edinburgh Castle admiring incredible architecture and discovering hidden gems.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Meet a local host outside Edinburgh Castle and take a walk to Arthur’s Seat
- Discover the heart of the city and explore the historic Old Town
- See some of the city’s most popular attractions along the bustling Royal Mile
- Get a bird's-eye view of the city from the summit of Arthur’s Seat
- Have a helpful host on hand to share insider tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
2 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized 2-hour tour
Can pick-up from your accommodation (if within reasonable distance)
Walking tour
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Any tickets to attractions
Gratuities (optional)
Transportation to/ from meeting point
Public/private transportation during the tour
Meeting point
Outside Edinburgh CastleCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ve just spent some time in the city’s most famous attraction, Edinburgh Castle – now it’s time to meet up with a local host and see what Edinburghers get up to in Auld Reekie.
You’ll be guided from the Castle through the charming Old Town, a historic district that’s home to many of the city’s top entertainment spots, from traditional Scottish restaurants to modern museums (and many quaint, cobbled streets that inspired Harry Potter).
You could grab a humble cheese toastie and a moment of peace away from the crowds at Dunbar’s Close, a 17th-century-style secret garden, then stroll slowly up a winding trail to Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano and a tranquil oasis far from the crowds.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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Danielle Marie
Jun 2025
Covered all the big sites in the area, a great way to check off the boxes
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Lauriaselle
May 2025
Wonderful introduction to the city and its history. Loved the combination of well known sites and lesser known hidden gems. Thank you Doug for a fantastic day.
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Wendy
Feb 2025
Gee was attentive to our interest and made a great effort. We were impressed by his knowledge and how he made history come alive during the tour. Thanks to Gee’s tips , we manage to find Best Buys that are made in Scotland only and also find delicious food . He also suggested to us several attractions. These attractions were useful to our understanding of Scotland . I am also grateful for the great photo shots he took for us ! Thank you , Gee ! Keep up the good work !
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BedtyLastri
Dec 2024
Everything is good
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Colin
Dec 2024
Good communication before tour. Great value for a private tour. More for adults than kids. Covered everything we wanted and a great intensive tour of Edinburgh.
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Carmen
Dec 2024
Colin was wonderful and the time spent together was full of information, from historical details to fun facts about Edinburgh. We got to know from him a lot about the old town and the new one and he gave us ideas about how to spend the next coming days of our holiday. The time passed very fast and Colin was so nice to extend his tour for us, just to make sure we are enjoying fully Edinburgh. Thank you so much for today, Colin and we are wishing you Merry Christmas!
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