Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour

4.8(1,937)2 h 15 minFree cancellationBy Mercat Tours

Mercat Tours History Walk of the Royal Mile inc Edinburgh Castle

About this activity

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond your visit.

Take the Story Home: evoke the memories:

- Listen to the tour playlist

The castle towers over Edinburgh from up high on its ancient volcanic rock – a literal fortress, looking out over the city’s stunning landscapes. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it.

Step into Edinburgh Castle alongside your Master Storyteller, with all entry arrangements handled so you can stay immersed in the story.

As a certified B Corporation, we're dedicated to responsible tourism practices that benefit our community and environment.

Join an unrivalled journey into Edinburgh's past, engaging all the senses to create a truly memorable experience that lasts long after your visit.

What's included

✓Exclusive multi-sensory experience; with master Storyteller guides
✓Enhanced, hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh, delivered through TourTalk audio devices
✓Small group experience
✓Tickets to Edinburgh Castle with your Storyteller
✓Exclusive Sounds of Edinburgh Playlist

Not included

✕Transportation to/from meeting point
✕Gratuities (if not already included)
✕Personal expenses
✕Bags larger than 25 liters (not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle)

Meeting and pickup

Mercat Cross, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RF. Look for the 8 sided monument with white Unicorn on top. You will find a member of our visitor services team waiting here to check you in. They will be dressed in black, holding an iPad, wearing an orange lanyard & holding a black & orange umbrella.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.
Please note: Edinburgh Castle will not admit visitors with bags larger than a 25litre capacity
Please note that we cannot accept babies or children under the age of 5 on this tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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