About this tour
A three-to-four-hour private guided walk through Edinburgh's Old and New Towns, led by a locally-born guide with deep knowledge of the city's layout, history and hidden corners. You shape the itinerary to suit your interests. The walk takes you beyond coach-tour routes to quieter streets and viewpoints, with built-in time to browse, rest and photograph. Edinburgh reveals itself best on foot.
Highlights
- Skip the bus routes—reach tucked-away closes and wynds instead
- Guide picks up from your central accommodation
- Panoramic views across the city and surrounding landscape
- Stop as often as you like to shop, sit or shoot photos
- Private group means you set the pace and focus
- Award-winning guide with lifetime local roots
What to expect
Your guide meets you at your accommodation (if centrally located) or at an agreed starting point and leads you through the tightly-stacked medieval streets of the Old Town before moving into the orderly Georgian squares of the New Town. Expect cobbled lanes, unexpected gardens, historical anecdotes tied to real buildings and people, and several stops for breath and perspective. The walk suits all fitness levels and can be adjusted for wheelchairs or pushchairs. You're never rushed; the guide adapts to your energy and curiosity.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes for uneven surfaces. The route avoids main tourist trails but includes short climbs. Pushchairs and service animals welcome. Public transport is nearby if you need to bail early. Gratuities are not included.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town take?
- Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town runs for approximately 3 hours – 4 hours.
- How much does Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town cost?
- Prices start from AUD $444 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town?
- 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.