Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh


3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 10
Mobile ticket

Overview

This guided walk with our unique guides, Stuart Usher or his son, Richard Usher, will entertain and enthral you. Also we are delighted to introduce two new guides; Dr Alison Duncan and David Forsyth, who are both professional historians and Edinburgh experts.

We limit the tour to 12 guests so everyone is involved (unlike those many tours of 30, 40 or even more!)

Stuart's family has historic connections with Edinburgh (Stuart's great-great Uncle, Andrew Usher, donated the magnificent Usher Hall to the city . Andrew was also known as the 'father of the scotch whisky blending industry'). 

Their deep knowledge of the cultural, historical and architectural aspects of the city means they have a unique perspective on our wonderful capital.

Your guides will show you the cultural treasures of Edinburgh, the secrets of its past and its famous characters, and are rightly renowned for their entertaining and witty commentary.

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Small group (maximum 12 participants)

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Usher Hall, Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH1 2EA Scotland

View this Baroque "Beaux Arts" masterpiece in the Heart of Edinburgh, the Usher Hall. Donated to the people and the City of Edinburgh by Stuart Usher's great great uncle, Andrew Usher.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland

Behold and view (from the outside) the towering, majestic pile of Edinburgh Castle from various vantage points. Learn all about its history (good, bad and downright ugly), the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Stuart dynasty, the Union of the Crowns and much more!

Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: 21 Grassmarket Old Town, Edinburgh EH1 2HS Scotland

Enter and visit this centuries-old area that served as the Medieval Marketplace of the City. Also see George Heriot School (the inspiration behind Hogwarts!).

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Milne’s Court, Mylnes Court 517 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PF Scotland

Come and visit this fascinating court where you can see and hear how people lived in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Jolly Judge, 7 James Court 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PB Scotland

See classic examples of Edinburgh's Old Town tenement buildings in James Court. Also see the quirky and charismatic Jolly Judge pub.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Writers' Museum, Lady Stairs House Lady Stair's Close Lawnmarket Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2PA Scotland

This museum showcases the best of Scotland's literary heroes, past and present. Guests can visit inside should they wish.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Riddle's Court, Riddles Court, 322 Lawnmarket Patrick Geddes Centre, Edinburgh EH1 2PG Scotland

See the exterior of the home of the philosopher David Hume, the 'Father of the Scottish Enlightenment' as well as other Scottish notables.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Deacon Brodie's Tavern, 435 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2NT Scotland

Learn about the life of the blackguard, Deacon Brodie, the real-life character behind 'Jekyll and Hyde'.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: St Giles' Cathedral, High Street Historic Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RE Scotland

View this magnificent cathedral from the outside and learn about its pivotal history during the middle ages and reformation periods.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Edinburgh City Chambers, 45-329 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PN Scotland

See the highlights of this busy heart of the Royal Mile which includes the City Chambers, Mercat Cross and other sites of interest.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Edinburgh Waverley Station, Edinburgh Scotland

Cross one of the first bridges to connect the Old & New Towns of Edinburgh, leading to Princes Street Gardens.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Scott Monument, E. Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh EH2 2EJ Scotland

See this towering landmark which delineates the separation of the Old and New Towns (both of which are Unesco world heritage sites).

Duration: 10 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children under 12 are free
  • Stroller accessible
  • Children 12-16 pay 75%
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Rachelle_Y
September 2023

Stuart was an amazing guide. The tour was a great way to not only get the lay of the land, but was very informative. Definitely well worth it!

807LauraD807
May 2022

Allison did a great job as our tour guide. We walked for 3 hours, but at a good pace. As a historian, she is very informative and a great storyteller. Enjoyed the unicorn story. She also has a good singing voice.

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 ...

Charles_G
April 2022

Stuart Usher is extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. There were no questions he did not have an answer for. I would highly recommend.

Zinda_B
April 2022

John was a great tour guide. Seeing Edinburgh Castle was a dream. The history associated with this amazing place was so interesting.

Dasha_M
April 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 becau...

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