About this tour
Explore Edinburgh's medieval heart on your own terms with this smartphone-based audio tour covering the Old Town's key sites—Royal Mile, Castle, St Giles' Cathedral, Grassmarket and Writers Museum. Download the app, activate your code, and roam for up to three weeks with Jule's local narration guiding you through each neighbourhood. No crowds, no fixed itinerary, no tour group pace. You decide when and where to pause.
Highlights
- Royal Mile's closes and courtyards at your own pace
- Edinburgh Castle views without entering (admission extra)
- St Giles' Cathedral and Grassmarket's dark history
- Writers Museum and literary heritage stories
- Three-week unlimited re-access via smartphone app
- Local narrator replaces robotic voice
- GPS-mapped stops with directions and recommendations
What to expect
Download the app before arrival and redeem your unique activation code (separate from booking reference). Jule's narration covers the Old Town's main attractions with context and lesser-known tales. You'll navigate via GPS-guided map, pausing at numbered stops to hear audio, view photos and video clips. The route takes 2–3 hours end-to-end, but you control speed—sprint through in one session or break it across several days. Most stops sit on public streets; some require climbing or walking uneven cobbles. Entrance fees to Castle, Cathedral and Museum aren't included.
Good to know
Moderate fitness needed due to Edinburgh's steep gradients and cobblestone terrain. Prams and strollers manageable on main routes but challenging on narrow closes. Service animals welcome. Poor cardiovascular health: check with yourself before booking. Public transport stations nearby if you need breaks.
Frequently asked
- How long does Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided Tour take?
- Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided Tour runs for approximately 2 hours – 3 hours.
- How much does Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $9 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Edinburgh Old Town Private Self-Guided 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.