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Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

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icon3 hours  (approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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Overview

Explore famous landmarks and hidden secrets in Edinburgh on this walking tour. Explore Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile with a guide, and gain insight into famous writers and inventors who have called the city home. Hear tales of Scotland's national bard—Robert Burns—and discover top landmarks such as St. Giles’ Cathedral and the National Galleries of Scotland. Capture Edinburgh through the eye of your camera as you go, and find out what makes this ancient city tick.
  • Guided walking tour of Edinburgh
  • Follow a guide along Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile
  • Learn of the famous writers, poets, and inventors who have lived and worked in Edinburgh
  • Visit landmarks such as St. Giles’ Cathedral and the Scottish National Gallery
  • Photograph the city at your leisure on route
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Small group (maximum 10 participants)
Gratuities
The Usher Hall , Lothian Rd, Edinburgh EH1 2EA, UK
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Your guide will be waiting for you outside the central entrance of the Usher Hall (there are 3 entrances and he will be outside the middle one).

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The ending point is at the National gallery of Scotland, just off Princes Street.

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children under 12 are free
  • Children 12-16 pay 75%
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Edinburgh Guided Tour
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

  • Face masks provided for travelers
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What is the policy on sanitization during Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh.
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What is the social distancing policy during Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh.

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  • "It's really more convenient to have a walking tour in small groups like we had - you are always in contact with the guide, can hear and catch the very single word!" See review
  • "I highly recommend this tour and it is limited to 10 people, so you will be able to keep up and hear everything!" See review
  • "Highly recommended for a broad based understanding of this city." See review

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Royal Mile Walking Tour
Mary_D
, May 2022
Excellent tour! Very knowledgeable about the area and it’s history! Took several breaks along the way and made quite easy to keep up.
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Tour of the Royal mile
Beverly_E
, May 2022
Stewart was very knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh, he told us so many interesting stories. We also went to many out of the way places that we would have never found on our own. Well worth our time.
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A must do in Edinburgh!
Jodie_b
, May 2022
What a fabulous man Stuart Usher the guide is. Highly entertaining and knowledgeable. Absolutely loved this tour.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Dear Jodie Thank you so much for your great Review. You flatter me! We all had a good time that day. How about returning to Edinburgh someday? Best wishes Stuart U.
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The remarkable knowledge...
David_M
, May 2022
The remarkable knowledge and friendly nature of our guide. The variation of the locations visited. The amusing anecdotes that our guide shared with us.
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Wonderful way to explore Edinburgh
Amy_H
, May 2022
This was our first visit to Scotland. We arrived in Edinburgh on Tuesday night and went on our tour with Stuart Usher on Wednesday morning. It was a great way to get our bearings on the city and to discover where we wanted to come back and spend more time. Stuart had a lot of inside stories and historical background that made walking through Edinburgh fascinating. He created a richness and depth to things we might have otherwise looked at and said, "That is cool." Stuart was delightful and humorous. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour.
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We really enjoyed our...
Cynthia_F
, May 2022
We really enjoyed our tour with Stewart.. he has a good sense of humor and truly know his history of Edinburgh and Scotland. He went at our pace and encouraged questions. Stewart showed us the nooks and crannies of the city that we never would have experienced in our limited time, we thought the price was worth every penny. Thank you Stewart!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Dear Cynthia Thank you so much for your great Review. Delighted that you enjoyed my humour and at the same time really enjoyed the Tour. Touring with a dash of humour is the cherry on the top. We would be delighted to see you again in Edinburgh. Best wishes Stuart U
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Excellent tour
Charles_G
, Apr 2022
Stuart Usher is extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. There were no questions he did not have an answer for. I would highly recommend.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Dear Charles. Many thanks for your great Review. We all had a great time together and would love to see you again someday! Best wishes Stuart U.
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Fun and Informational!
Dasha_M
, Apr 2022
Allison was an knowledgeable, fun, and friendly guide. We were a small group and had lots of questions, which she was amazing at answering. There was a lot of historical information as well as info about the geological development of the city. I might take this tour again next time I’m here because there was so much to absorb! So much fun and I feel like I know the city so much better.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Dear Dasha Thnak you very much for your superb Review of your Tour with EGT and we are delighted that your found it so informative and enjoyable. Alison is indeed a master in her field. No maybes or mights about coming to our fair city again. You should do so! Best wishes Stuart U
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Edinburgh Castle
Zinda_B
, Apr 2022
John was a great tour guide. Seeing Edinburgh Castle was a dream. The history associated with this amazing place was so interesting.
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2022
Dear Zinda Thank you so much for your great Review. Edinburgh castle is indeed an amazing place. Plenty of history to it alright. It is a place that all visitors to Edinburgh should visit and enjoy. Best wishes Stuart U.
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Walking through history
Janet
, Apr 2022
Allison was a fabulous guide and wonderful historian. She guided our group through Edinburgh with ease and made sure everyone could clearly hear her explanation of significant historical events. She really made our tour enjoyable and was always making sure everyone was able to keep up as there were some pretty challenging hills, aferall it is Edinburgh! Thanks Allison for a lovely day!
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icon Response from Host , Apr 2022
Dear Janet Thank you so much for your fulsome Review of your Tour with Alison. Your term 'Challenging Hills' is so true of the Old Town of Edinburgh. One might use the same term for its weather likewise ...... it can often be hellishly cold, wet and windy in the Spring. Some of our Clients who come from the tropics feel it most terribly. We are delighted that you enjoyed your Tour ith us so much and would love to see you again some sweet day! Best wishes Stuart U
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