Free tour
Stories of Edinburgh's Historic Old Town
4.58
Acceptable (52 ratings) Guru: Brian
PRO
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Registered on 09 December 2019
Hello, my name is Brian and I've been guiding in Edinburgh, Scotland and London for 15 years and very much enjoy showing this fabulous city of Edinburgh to the world. I spent 11 years working at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queens Official Residence in Scotland, before studying in London for a year to gain a Special Diploma in Tour Guiding.
Today, my focus is on Edinburgh and Scotland and I love learning more about this beautiful city and country.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
Tour description
Hello to you all. My name is Brian and I welcome you to Edinburgh. I would like to introduce and show you the History of Edinburgh's Old Town. Above all else this is a history tour for adults. The big companies will show you the normal subjects. Castle, Church, Palace. What I plan to tell you about is some of the crazy stories Edinburgh has in its past.
What is in this walking tour?
- The cabinet maker who was a rampant thief.
- The innocent woman who escaped the hangman
- The Edinburgh horror relationship
- The scientist who had a great time experimenting
- The Edinburgh banker who helped a population explosion.
The tour ends on the Royal Mile, minutes from attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, St. Giles Cathedral, and King Charles Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Come to Edinburgh, and enjoy the big sites but after this tour walk away with enjoyment and knowledge of much more that will make you want to come back again and enjoy this city.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Parliament Square, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, UK
I will be outside the Cafe Nero coffee shop next to St Giles Church in the centre of the Royal Mile looking forward to meeting you for our tour.
1
Outside visit
1 Parliament Square
This is our meeting place. It is on The Royal Mile, right in the centre of Edinburgh. The actual meeting area is next to St Giles Church outside a Cafe Nero coffee shop. I'll be in jeans, green Dr Marten boots and with a black umbrella.
2
Outside visit
Lady Stair's Close
In Lady Stair's Close, a small street off Edinburgh's Royal Mile we'll all about a man called Deacon or William Brodie. A respected man by day, a criminal by night.
3
Outside visit
Maggie Dicksons pub
The story of Maggie Dickson and how she rightly escaped an unjust punishment in 18th century Scotland.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour Reviews
4.58
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Professionalism
4.72
Fun
4.21
Expression
4.38
Quality
4.68
Route
4.57
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 11 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
