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Royal Mile Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh
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.
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Get sorted into your House and test your Potter knowledge. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite Harry Potter actors and screenwriters around the magical world of Edinburgh. Your guide is a movie enthusiast, armed with weird and wonderful Potter trivia. Meet your guide who will put you into your House - prepare to have your knowledge tested in our Trivia Quiz! There are several other games along the way with fabulous prizes to be won. Visit the sites that inspired the movies & books!
Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh
Take the ultimate Scotland tour and see for yourself if the Loch Ness Monster is lurking under the water. During your journey you will catch views of Stirling Castle and The Wallace Monument
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Explore the historic and vibrant city of Edinburgh in your own time, with an award-winning unlimited 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. From the open-top deck you’ll have a fantastic 360 degree view of the spectacular surroundings, which are a blend of stunning natural beauty, and wonderfully historic architecture. This Scottish sightseeing adventure will take you to all of Edinburgh's key points of interest, including Waverley Bridge, Grassmarket, Johnston Terrace, Old Town, Canongate, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Our Dynamic Earth and much more! There's also an informative audio tour commentary on the double-decker bus, so you can make sense of the fabulous sights you're experiencing. With access to 14 stops around the city, and the ability to hop on and off the bus as much as you please within the given time period, you can truly immerse yourself into the culture of this charming destination.
Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions
This ticket includes admission to noteworthy royal attractions Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia and the Palace of Holyroodhouse as well as 48 hours on all three city tours - Edinburgh Tour, City Sightseeing Edinburgh, Majestic Tour. The idea is to use the tours to find out more about the city then hop off when you want to visit each of the included attractions .Explore Edinburgh with a 48hour hop-on hop-off bus tour ticket, and see the city's royal sights at your own pace. An easy and convenient way to experience the Scottish capital, this unique ticket offers unlimited travel on 3 different tour bus routes for 48 hours. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from the top deck of the bus, informative Multi-lingual audio commentary or choose a live guide, and the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the well-placed stops dotted around the city.
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Join us on an unforgettable journey through millennia as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich history to life! As you explore, your knowledgeable guide will regale you with tales of battles won and lost, royalty and rebels, and the colourful characters who have called the castle home over the centuries. You'll be greeted with breath-taking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside, providing a unique perspective on this beautiful city. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a unique and educational experience, a tour of Edinburgh Castle is a must-do activity in Scotland's capital. Come and discover the rich cultural heritage of this iconic landmark, and immerse yourself in the history of one of the most fascinating places in all of Europe! *IN ENGLISH ONLY. Tickets to Edinburgh Castle are included, and the tour takes place inside. Due to guidelines imposed by HES, guides are not allowed inside the covered areas.
Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Tour with Admission
* Entrance to Alnwick Castle included in tour price (upgrade to include Gardens can be purchased on arrival). Explore the stunning scenery of the Scottish Borders on this full-day tour of Kelso, Alnwick Castle and Berwick. Head to the pretty border town of Kelso and soak up the atmosphere in the large market square. Visit the ruins of Kelso Abbey, then cross the border and travel on to Alnwick Castle, the setting for Hogwarts Academy in the Harry Potter movie series. Continue onward along the Northumberland coast to the walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
See Edinburgh’s shady side. The gruesome and the glorious. The ghostly and the ghastly. This 2-hour tour is a wickedly entertaining walk on the wild and dark side of the Scottish capital. Explore the spots where murders, monsters and mayhem have become things of legend, and visit Old Calton Burial Ground or Canongate Kirkyard, two of Edinburgh’s most chilling cemeteries. Throughout the tour, hear real-life tales of witches, body-snatchers, vampires, cannibals and more from your entertaining guide.
Hadrian's Wall & The Borders Tour from Edinburgh Incl. Admission
* Includes entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed). Travel through 2,000 years of history as you visit ancient Roman sites such as Hadrian’s Wall, Dere Street, Birdoswald Fort, Steel Rigg and historic villages along the border of Scotland and England. You'll drive through stunning scenery in Northumberland National Park, the Irthing Valley and the Southern Uplands and learn about the Anglo-Scottish wars of the 14th–16th centuries. Your professional guide will illuminate the fascinating history of Roman Britain and the Scottish Borders on this small-group (limited to 16 people) day tour from Edinburgh.
Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour
This is the undisputed tour for history lovers. We journey through Scottish history stopping at Dunfermline Abbey, Stirling Castle and finally Rosslyn Chapel and tell you the stories of these incredible places and 'Braveheart', 'William Wallace', 'Robert the Bruce' and the 'Da Vinci Code' along the way.
Attractions in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle
- Stirling Castle
- Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Old Town
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Forth Bridge
- Loch Lomond
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Giles Cathedral
- Alnwick Castle
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- National Museum of Scotland
- Grassmarket
- Royal Yacht Britannia (HMY Britannia)
- Calton Hill
- Scott Monument
- Edinburgh Dungeon
- Blackness Castle
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Falkland Palace and Garden
- Scottish Parliament
- Real Mary King's Close
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
- Linlithgow Palace
- Gladstone’s Land
- The Canongate
- John Knox House
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Forth Road Bridge
- Melrose Abbey
- St. Andrews Castle
- Isle of Islay
- Princes Street
- Museum of Edinburgh (Huntly House)
- Greyfriars Kirk
- Scottish National Gallery
- Georgian House
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One)
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two (Dean Gallery)
- Hopetoun House
- Iona Abbey
- Royal Scottish Academy
- Nelson Monument
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery
- Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
- Ocean Terminal
- Royal Observatory
- Rosslyn Castle (Roslin Castle)