About this tour
Follow an expert guide through Edinburgh's Old Town on the trail of the 1745 Jacobite Rising. This two-hour walking tour traces Prince Charles Edward Stewart's campaign through the city, visiting sites where his Highland Army clashed with government forces and ultimately seized control. You'll discover the military strategies, key locations, and pivotal moments that shaped one of Scotland's most turbulent chapters, told by an award-winning local historian who brings the drama and complexity of the period to life.
Highlights
- Sites where Jacobite forces confronted Edinburgh's defenders
- Military positions and strategic strongholds from 1745
- Streets where Prince Charles Edward Stewart's army marched
- Historical context of the Rising's successes and failures
- Old Town locations tied to the occupation and aftermath
- Insights from an experienced Edinburgh history guide
What to expect
Expect a brisk historical walk through Edinburgh's medieval closes and high streets, stopping at specific locations tied to the Jacobite campaign. Your guide will explain how the Highland Army outmanoeuvred defenders, where skirmishes occurred, and how the Prince managed to take the city. The narrative covers both Jacobite and government perspectives, revealing the tensions and tactics of the period without romanticising the conflict. You'll move at a steady pace across uneven cobblestones and slight inclines.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; not suitable if you have cardiovascular concerns. Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobbled streets. The tour covers roughly 2-3 km on foot. Service animals welcome. Public transport stops nearby if you need to leave early.
Frequently asked
- How long does Bonnie Prince Charlie's Edinburgh - An Edinburgh Walking Tour take?
- Bonnie Prince Charlie's Edinburgh - An Edinburgh Walking Tour runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Bonnie Prince Charlie's Edinburgh - An Edinburgh Walking Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $85 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Bonnie Prince Charlie's Edinburgh - An Edinburgh Walking Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Bonnie Prince Charlie's Edinburgh - An Edinburgh Walking Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.