Edinburgh Private Tour

Discover the architecture, history & everyday life of people in Edinburgh with a private tour guide.

Edinburgh Private Tours

When booking, choose between a tour of the Old Town of Edinburgh, a tour of Edinburgh Castle, or a ghost tour. Each tour comes with an exclusive guide for your group.

Old Town Tour

The Old Town Private Tour explores the history of this medieval city, over 3000 years old, from its early inhabitants to the Picts and Highlanders. Significant buildings include St. Giles Cathedral and the City Chambers. The tour features iconic streets like the Royal Mile and Victoria Street, the latter of which inspired Diagon Alley in Harry Potter. We will visit the Greyfriars Bobby statue and Greyfriars Cemetery, known for its paranormal activity. Other sites include the Grassmarket, National Museum of Scotland, Heart of Midlothian, and Mercat Cross.

Timetable: Daily, 9 am to 7 pm every hour.

Ghost Tour

Delve into Edinburgh's dark past, marked by illness and crime. Discover the impact of the Black Death, explore a historical black market for corpses, and learn about infamous serial killers William Burke and William Hare. We will also visit Calton Hill, a site for witch burnings, and view historic buildings and monuments.

Timetable: Daily, 9 am to 7 pm every hour.

Castle Tour

Edinburgh Castle, built on an extinct volcano, has been home to many monarchs and has been besieged 26 times. The tour includes the royal palace, Scottish crown jewels, and the Stone of Destiny. Explore its museums and the 19th-century prison where banknotes were counterfeited.

Timetable: Daily, 9 am to 1:30 pm every half hour.

Advantages of a Private Tour

Private tours offer personalized service and an exclusive guide. You can schedule any day and tailor the itinerary to suit your preferences, with savings for larger groups.