Edinburgh walking tours

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Dark side of Edinburgh

7 stops

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town

10 stops

Edinburgh’s New Town

7 stops

What to visit in Edinburgh in a day

Discover these spots in our walking tours of Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

Located at the top of the historic Royal Mile, you will find the Edinburgh Castle, one of the city's main symbols. The castle is part of our Edinburgh walking tours through which you can learn its history.

The Scott Monument

The Scott Monument is dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, one of the most well-known Scotland writers. It's a Gothic structure located in East Princes Street Garden and is currently the second-largest monument dedicated to a writer.

Mercat Cross of Edinburgh

This monument is a market cross, the structure that marks the market square of Edinburgh and is currently located in Parliament Square.

Dean Village

Not very far from the city center, the Dean Village is an iconic neighborhood that features medieval cobbled streets and colorful houses.

Dugald Stewart Monument in Calton Hill

Calton Hill is one of the best places in Edinburgh for a panoramic view of the whole city. The park houses several Greek-style historical monuments.

The Real Mary King's Close

If you are ready to hear about the stories of the old town, then you need to visit the Real Mary King's Close. It was named after Mary King, a local resident and businesswoman of the area.

Scottish Parliament Building

Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Scottish Parliament Building is an iconic attraction of Edinburgh. Its construction began in 1999 and saw its first political debate in 2004.

St Giles' Cathedral

Founded in 1124 by King David I, this Cathedral is also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh. It is a parish church that has been active for almost 900 years and is located in the Old Town.

Victoria Street

Victoria Street is probably the most photographed stress in Edinburgh, mostly thanks to the colorful Flemish-style buildings you will find there.

Princes Street Gardens

If you want to relax after a long walk, we recommend the Princes Street Gardens, two adjacent public parks in the city's center. They were created in the 1820s and divide the Old Town from the New Town.