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Award-Winning Edinburgh Free Tour with World Famous Dog

9.8 (638)

Discover Edinburgh's Old Town with a local Scottish guide and their charming canine companion, Rowie. Uncover history, and get personal tips. Join us.

Provided by Bobby's Tours

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

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Essential Edinburgh Free Tour: Historic Center

9.6 (3,193)

Thanks to the geology of the terrain, Edinburgh has become one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. We will learn about the history of this medieval city, from the first tribes that populated it, the Picts, to the men in skirts.

Provided by Somos Escocia

2 hours

10:00 AM, 10:30 AM +5 More +5 More

2 hours

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Edinburgh Guided Old Town Free Tour

6.9 (5)

Discover Edinburgh on this Free Tour walking through the Old Town! Explore The Royal Mile, climb Calton Hill, admire the Scott Monument, and visit Edinburgh Castle while uncovering the city’s fascinating history.

Provided by Scandic Tours

2 hours

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM

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The Original Free Tour of Edinburgh

9.2 (25,500)

Discover the city's magic on this 2.5-hour Edinburgh free tour. Explore top attractions with a local expert, uncover fascinating history, and get insider tips for the rest of your stay. Experience the true spirit of Scotland with us!

Provided by SANDEMANs Tours - Edinburgh

2h 30min

11:00 AM, 2:00 PM

2h 30min

11:00 AM, 2:00 PM

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Complete Loch Ness Tour

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Explore the best of Scotland: Glencoe, Loch Ness and Inverness on this exclusive tour. Feel the magic of the Highlands with a unique route combining cruise and adventure, discover the treasures of the Highlands with us!

Provided by ViajarPorEscocia.com

10 hours

7:15 AM

10 hours

7:15 AM

From €78.00

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Free Tour of Edinburgh: Dean Village, Stockbridge and the Gardens

9.7 (1,221)

Get to know this World Heritage Site that will undoubtedly make you fall in love. Meet the New Town and walk the most authentic neighborhoods. Walk along the Water of Leith to the Village of Dean. A wonder to be admired. book now!

Provided by Brújula Free Tours

2h 30min

11:00 AM, 2:30 PM

2h 30min

11:00 AM, 2:30 PM

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Harry Potter Free Tour in Edinburgh

9.5 (1,230)

If you are a fan of the Harry Potter saga, don't wait any longer! Join our tour, and you will live an unforgettable experience touring the places that inspired J.K. Rowling to build the fascinating universe of Harry Potter.

Provided by Brújula Free Tours

2 hours

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM +1 More +1 More

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Edinburgh Free Tour: Dean Village, Stockbridge & Circus Lane

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Discover the charm of Edinburgh! This relaxing walking tour takes you through Dean Village, Stockbridge and Circus Lane. Explore picturesque streets and magical views on a leisurely walk through the city's most beautiful and authentic areas.

Provided by Fernando Lara Walking Tours

1h 30min

4:30 PM

1h 30min

4:30 PM

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80,429 Reviews in Edinburgh

"So good"

We loved this tour. Joe was informative, funny and kind. Thank you so much! ????

"Amazing guide. Energetic. Humor."

We had an amazing time. Fun guide, humor, energetic. Highly recommend!

"Amazing tour"

This was my favorite free tour of all times and I’ve done many.

"Great Tour Experience"

We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide. Everything was well organized, friendly, and enjoyable from start to finish. We learned about four very interesting topics, and what made it even...

"Excellent"

Joe was amazing. Strongly recommended.

"Classy Lassy"

Just wrapped up a walking tour of Edinburgh with Sarah—part historian, part storyteller, and possibly part wizard—and her four-legged co-guide. Between tales of ghosts, grit, and the city’s...

"Walk in time"

We had a wonderful time on our walk with Sarah and Pacino her adorable dog. Sarah gave us an extensive history about Edinburgh from the macabre to the fascinating. She hit on culture,...

"Easter in Edinburgh"

Calum and his dog Rowie are amazing guides around Edinburgh! Lots of tips, stories, fun facts and other extras that just made this tour really special. Rowie was of course the star of the show but...

"Súper interesante y perfecto para familias"

We really loved the tour; our guide, Fernando, made it super interesting and full of amazing facts and jokes. It was really cool

"5 stars"

Niamh is a very engaging tour guide

"Otra perspectiva de la historia de Edimburgo"

Marcos has been a great guide who has helped us enjoy some of Edinburgh's history and legends.

"Tour muy completo :)"

A perfect tour for exploring the old town. Echedey was a wonderful guide who made sure we had a great time even in the rain and wind.

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