Edinburgh Custom Private Tour with a Local, see the city unscripted


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From $76.81

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Price varies by group size

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Welcome to Edinburgh! Time is of the essence so join one of our hosts on a 2-hour adventure through the magnificent city, discovering authentic Edinburgh. Whether that means seeing its top attractions like Edinburgh Castle, strutting your stuff down the Royal Mile or simply just exploring your neighborhood together, finding some obscure spots that make you giddy with excitement. Whatever you like, this experience is about finding your feet in the highland’s heart and seeing its authentic side.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.


What's Included

2 hours with a host

Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Private and personalized experience

Walking experience

What's Not Included

Any tickets into attractions/venues

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Public/private transportation during the tour


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 0 - 6
  • CHILD: Age: 7 - 12
  • ADULT: Age: 13 - 99

Additional Info

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Private groups are normally no larger than 6 people (if your group is larger, please make this known so that arrangements can be made)
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Tours are fully personalized so any additional requirements like tickets, transportation and food & drinks can be arranged for an additional cost

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

The Edinburgh Dungeon
See authentic Edinburgh with one of our friendly hosts who'll show you the city's unique offerings like The Edinburgh Dungeon (if you dare!)

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

• Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh Castle
Discover a famous site or two like the Edinburgh Castle where you'll be treated to unparalleled views of the city

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

• Admission Ticket Free

Royal Mile
Stroll down the Royal Mile as your host shares city insights with you

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

• Admission Ticket Free

Dean Village
Let your host show you the sights of one of Edinburgh's eclectic neighborhoods- we love Dean Village and its colorful architecture and quaint cobblestones

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

• Admission Ticket Free

The Real Mary King's Close
Explore over 400 years of history at The Real Mary King’s Close, which reveals the real stories of Edinburgh

IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

• Admission Ticket Free






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