Discover secret Edinburgh
Discover secret Edinburgh
Discover secret Edinburgh

What you'll do

Welcome to auld (old!) Edinburgh, where you’ll spend the better part of a day following your Edinburgh host through the quirky, cranky, swanky, antique streets of this utterly charming Scottish city.

But hush now, because they’ll be taking you on an experience off the tourist trail and sharing some local secrets - we won’t tell if you don’t.

Whether you’d like to visit a pub that comes with its own four-legged guardian, explore fascinating bookstores, uncover the oldest nooks in the most ancient of neighborhoods, or simply stroll through one of the parks that boast the brisk beauty of the highlands - the day is yours to dictate!

Unfortunately, you can’t dictate the weather in Scotland - it’s a tricky little sucker. But no matter. Wrap up in your warmest plaid and venture boldly forth.

Edinburgh is full of folklore and traditions that date back to its pagan roots.

 

Discover poetry on the pavements and inspire hearty laughs from the locals. We just ken you’ll have a wonderful time!

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, Hindi, Italian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Spend 3 hours with a host in Edinburgh and discover a side to the city that’s a little more down-to-earth and locally-frequented
  • Get a unique take on the city as you explore it with your host, a local who will show you secret Edinburgh
  • See the real Edinburgh that you will not find in a guidebook
  • Eat and drink like a local, picking up street food from a market or stopping off at a well-loved neighbourhood restaurant or coffee shop
  • Get tips from your host regarding other areas to explore and exciting things to do during the rest of your stay in Edinburgh

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalised experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • COVID-19 Flexible Policy: you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Our guide was very knowledgeable and took us on a comprehensive tour of Edinburgh. It was our first time, and we appreciated the mix of major landmarks and hidden streets. He had a relaxed style which suited us well. He also challenged us with a walk up to Edinburgh castle to take in a breathtaking view of the city. He was passionate about the city and a friendly introduction to a fabulous city we will be returning to very soon!

    August 2021

    Sonia C

    It's a company that hires a lot of guides, you fill out a questionnaire and get matched with someone well suited for you. My tour was hosted by Gwen and it was absolutely amazing!! I learned a lot and saw so many cool things I'd never find on my own. It was just really fun and I wasn't bored even for a second. And even before our meeting I got some great reccomendations for things to do that we couldn't fit in our time together. I honestly couldn't imagine anything better.

    February 2020

    Laura W

    Doug was a wonderful guide! He met us at our hotel and our tour truly gave us a local’s view of Edinburgh, away from the typical tourist sites! We learned so much about this historic city!

    September 2018

    Fred G

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    October 2017

    Espen E

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Meet our local hosts in Edinburgh. One of them will tailor this experience to your wishes!

We’ll expertly match you to your best suited host based on your interests, personality and the experience vibe you’re after.

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