Free tour

Free tour from North to South: discover the essentials of Edinburgh 📜⌛🏛️🏺⚔️

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Edinburgh

Duration: 3 hours

Languages: Spanish

Guru: Akelarre Tours

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Registered on 03 February 2023

We are an Akelarre ("a coven") of independent historians who love traveling the world, sharing stories about witches, magic, secret societies, mythology, and other alternative topics. We offer enriching experiences for curious travelers who seek to make friends, share knowledge, and discover hidden aspects of the history and culture of each place. We invite you to explore our itineraries and participate in activities full of fun and learning. 🌒🏰🔮🧝🏻‍♀️🧙🏼‍♂️✨⚔️🐉🍄🌒🏰🔮🧝🏻‍♀️🧙🏼‍♂️✨⚔️🐉🍄🌒🏰🔮🧝🏻‍♀️🧙🏼‍♂️✨⚔️🐉🍄🌒🏰🔮🧝🏻‍♀️

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Do you have little time to explore the city and want to see everything? On this complete tour we invite you on a walk that will begin with an introduction to the origins of this beautiful city, when the Romans and Celtic tribes faced each other in bloody battles. Then we will talk about the kingdom of Northumbria and the transition to the Middle Ages. On the north side , we will walk around Princess Street towards the castle to visit the iconic Royal Mile and its jewels. We will talk about literature and philosophy . Then we will enter the south side , the old area, to learn about the history of Maria Estuardo; religious conflicts ; The life of Maggie Dickson and Grassmarket . We will tell you where to eat and where not to ; what are the best pubs and where to shop. We will also tour ancient walls , the exteriors of the National Museum and Greyfriars Cemetery, places that inspired JK Rowling to write Harry Potter. We will end at the famous “instagram spot” on Victoria Street , where you can take photos, have lunch and rest in front of the beautiful views of this dream city.

What are we going to visit?

Balmoral Hotel
Scott Monument
Princess Street - National Gallery (exteriors)
Writers Museum - Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle (esplanade)
Grassmarket
Greyfriars Kirk
Victoria Street

and much more!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

9 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK

Find your tour guide with a black umbrella of our company at the Equestrian Wellington Statue, in Princess Street, just in front of the BALMORAL HOTEL.

Outside visit

Old Town

We will explore the rich heritage of this historic part of the city, where medieval architecture blends with the energy of modern life. Let yourself be carried away by the unique atmosphere of its alleys and picturesque squares as we uncover the history hidden in every corner.

Outside visit

Royal Mile

A visit to the Royal Mile is an unforgettable journey through the history and culture of Edinburgh that will invite you to explore, discover, and fall in love with every corner of this Scottish gem!

Outside visit

Greyfriars Kirkyard

We will uncover the fascinating history that surrounds Greyfriars Cemetery. This place is much more than just a burial ground; it is a treasure trove of stories, legends, and characters who have left an indelible mark on the city.

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).