Free tour
Historical tour through Edinburgh's Canongate.
Excellent(7)
Guru: Sylvia
Registered on 10 June 2025
I have lived in Ednburgh all my adult life. I love to travel and always do a walking tour when away somewhere new. My background is in psychology and history.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Discover lesser known parts of the Royal Mile.
- Grisly murders, haunted pubs. Find out who is buried in the Canongate kirk and the modern royal connection.
- Where can you find sanctuary and be saved from debtors prison?
- Explore an old brothel and find out who frequented the house of ill repute.
- Find hidden gardens and see the memorial to the love of Robbie Burns life.
- History from the 12th century till the present day.
- Find out where the cartouches are and what they mean.
- Why were there so many breweries in the Canongate.
- Why did Jules Verne describe the area as stinky?
Tour takes approx 2 hours. Join me!
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
corner with Royal Mile opposite Worlds end pub
I will be with a orange hi vis jacket at the corner of Jeffrey Street and the Royal mile near John Knox house. I am tall with white/blonde hair.
1
Outside visit
The World's End pub
2
Outside visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse
3
Outside visit
Canongate Kirk
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour reviews
Excellent(7)
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By category
Professionalism
4.86
Fun
4.86
Communication
4.86
Quality
4.86
Route
4.86
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 1 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.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
