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Edinburgh's Royal Mile Side Streets and Stories Audio Guide
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
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Overview
Duration
1h 45min
Languages
English, English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Explore centuries of drama and intrigue on this self-guided walking tour along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, where you'll uncover the stories of royals, rogues, and reformers that shaped the city’s history. Starting at Edinburgh Castle’s esplanade, the tour takes you through the Royal Mile’s four sections—Castlehill, Lawnmarket, High Street, and Canongate—down to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Along the way, you’ll encounter landmarks tied to figures like John Knox and Robert Fergusson, and hear about the city's haunted alleyways, notorious figures like William Brodie, and the darker side of Edinburgh’s past. Ending near the Scottish Parliament Building, this tour offers a deeper understanding of Edinburgh’s royal and rebellious history.
What to remember
Important info
Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
What's included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it. The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere. Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour. Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's not included
Smartphone and headphones (please bring your own)
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Meeting Point
From October to May, the tour begins in front of Edinburgh Castle with your back to the gatehouse, whereas from late May to October, the starting point is on the west end of the esplanade.