Edinburgh Free walking tour with a local
Tour description
Would you like to explore this amazing city with a true local?
My name's Joe, a local from Edinburgh. Join me for a fun and engaging walking tour through this historic Old Town, where we’ll uncover the city’s rich history, quirky traditions, eerie superstitions, and incredible stories of the colourful characters who once lived here. We’ll also talk about the New Town and how it helped change the course of the world.
Whether you're a solo traveller, couple, family, or group of friends, this tour is designed to suit everyone. I bring Edinburgh’s past to life in a relaxed, entertaining way, with plenty of laughs and surprising facts along the way.
And before you go, every guest receives my exclusive QR code packed with four pages of handpicked recommendations, from the best local spots to eat and drink, to hidden corners for jaw-dropping views.
Come discover Edinburgh with me!
MORE INFORMATION
This is a Free to book on, TIP based tour. Pay what you think the tour is worth!
Tour Highlights:
- Discover how Edinburgh transformed from a small settlement into Scotland’s iconic capital
- Learn the fascinating history behind the 900-year-old St Giles' Cathedral
- Hear the gripping tale of Deacon Brodie, the real-life inspiration behind a world-famous novel
- Take in stunning views of Edinburgh Castle while learning about its dramatic history
- Stroll down the famous Victoria Street and uncover its colourful past and hidden gems
- Explore the Grassmarket, once the site of public executions and hear its lesser-known legends
- Uncover the story of Edinburgh’s New Town and how it helped shape the modern world
- Delve into the dark history of Scotland’s witch trials and the superstitions that fuelled them
- End the tour in the atmospheric Greyfriars Kirkyard, home to eerie tales, historical figures, and one famously loyal resident!




