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: Bengali, Catalan, French, German, 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
  • 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
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that 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

    Doug did a great job taking us around the city and was very thoughtful and courteous as we navigated the streets of Edinburgh. He was very knowledge and gave us a little bit of everything - history, food recommendations, Harry Potter titbits, bookstores, and more. My mom and I really enjoyed this tour and feel fortunate to have started our trip with this experience.

    July 2022

    Rebecca D

    “I loved that this tour was personalized to our own specific interests! We filled out a survey before the experience and they paired us with Ryan for our tour. Ryan did an excellent job and we had a lovely time! He was great at catering to both my interests as well as my husband's. He took us around many of the major sites in Edinburgh and I felt that we gained a whole new appreciation for the city. I would absolutely recommend this tour, and Ryan! to anyone!”

    June 2022

    Stephanie V

    Great job! No stress! Didn’t have to drive! Saw just what we wanted to see. Tailored to us! Thanks much!

    June 2022

    Ellen G

    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

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