Free Tour of Edinburgh

The Edinburgh Free Tour will offer you a first look at the capital of Scotland, full of suggestions to make the most of your stay in the city. It is a tour without a set price, allowing you to value our work as you discover the fascinating history, architecture, and culture of our beloved "Athens of the North." An enjoyable and fun visit where, in addition to historical facts, you will receive a series of tips both to enjoy the city and to organize your plans for the following days.

The tour will take us through the Old Town and its intricate alleyways to discover some of its most iconic buildings and characters. We will also pass through the picturesque Victoria Street, Grassmarket, and the eerie Greyfriars Cemetery, ending with a view of the most representative buildings of the University of Edinburgh, one of the oldest and most prestigious in the world.

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English, Spanish and Italian

Guide: ViajarPorEscocia.com

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Tours since 2020

ViajarPorEscocia is a company created by Spaniards living in Scotland. We started our journey in 2009 and thanks to our carefully designed routes, and our expert and passionate guides, we have established ourselves as a benchmark in Spanish-language tourism in Scotland. We are the only company that provides excursions of one or several days with guaranteed departure in Spanish throughout the year. We also run tours in Italian and English.

8 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:190 High Street190 High Street. Entrance of the Old Fishmarket Close alleyOpen in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Mercat CrossDiscover this historic market square, once the centre of municipal life in Edinburgh, and hear about the public punishments and events that shaped the city.

2

Outside visit

St Giles' CathedralLearn about the cathedral’s importance during Scotland’s religious reform and its influence on the city’s education and culture. This is where Edinburgh’s cultural rise began.

3

Outside visit

Makars' CourtExplore Edinburgh’s literary legacy, from classic to contemporary writers. Dive into the lives and works of authors who helped shape Scotland’s identity.

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.