Secrets of the Royal Mile Tour and Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
Overview
Discover the sites, stories and secrets of Edinburgh’s Old Town, and take a guided trip around one of Britain’s most famous castles on this Secrets of the Royal Mile Tour and Entrance to Edinburgh Castle.
The capital city of Scotland is filled with ancient stories and colourful secrets. As you wander off the beaten path and hear the tales of the city’s culture, crime and politics throughout the years, you’ll learn about all the things the guide books wouldn’t dare to tell you.
As you wander through the famed castle your guide will tell you of battles, sieges and royalty, and the countless generations that have lived and died within its storied walls. Visit Edinburgh, take a tour of the old town and learn about some of Scotland’s remarkable history with this brilliant day out.
- SKU
- PMTRM1
- Locations
- 1 in the UK
- People
- For 1
- Validity
- 12 Months
- Rating
- 5.0 (8)
What's Included
- A guided tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
- Hear tales of the city’s cultures, crime and politics throughout the ages
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- See the city from on high and learn even more of its colourful history
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Your tour will begin at the city’s Victorian Mercat Cross, and after meeting your tour guide and historian you’ll be led through the streets and alleys of Edinburgh’s old Town on your way up the Royal Mile towards the dominating Edinburgh Castle. Your tour includes entry to the castle, so you’ll be able to learn even more of the city’s secrets from the ancient fortress as you’re guided through its paths and across battlements.
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 18
- Please note that anyone deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to take part in the tour
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
The experience takes place Wednesday to Sunday at 10.00 and 13.00. Date restrictions may apply.
Please note that until the end of February 2022, the tour will be operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday only.
We recommend you book at least two weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Please allow a total of 2 hours and 15 minutes for your experience
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
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Heather
09/11/2019
Very informative
We went on the tour of the Royal Mile, our guide was Emma she was so full of knowledge and enthusiasm.
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Jessica
01/03/2019
Amazing tour!
We learned so much on this tour that you wouldn't find out anywhere else. A lot of walking but the tour guide was so good you didn't even realise. Would highly recommend to everyone.
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NK
22/01/2019
Lovely tour guide and fun tour
A very knowledgeable and lovely tour guide. She was incredibly nice and welcoming. Would certainly use the tour compnay again
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Shelley
19/01/2019
Great day out.
Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Castle was beautiful. Booking process was easy, also easy to buy additional for accompanying guests.
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Pat
26/05/2018
Secrets of the royal mile tourThis was
This was a very informative tour and our guide Eva was excellent. She spoke very clearly and gave us such a lot of information.
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Paul & Kanet
25/04/2018
Hidden secrets of the mile
Interesting and high lighted things that you wouldn't have seen if they hadn't been pointed out to you
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Mary
15/07/2017
Very interesting
Sue was great as the tour guide, very friendly and informative.
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Matthew Sleap
02/04/2017
A Good Guide
We were given a fascinating tour of the Royal Mile. Good historical insights, brilliantly presented with verve and humour. Inspired us to look at the Castle in a more informed way and to look at our history of Scotland more sympathetically. Above all, it was enjoyable. Thanks to Sam, our Mercat guide.
Locations
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Scotland
- Edinburgh, Scotland