Edinburgh’s Top-Rated Local Free Walking Tour: The Local Lad
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Discover Edinburgh’s Old Town with a true local! Visit St Giles’ Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Grassmarket, and enjoy epic castle views on this fun, tip-based walking tour full of stories, legends, and history.
Explore Edinburgh with a true local lad.
With over 100+ 5-Star reviews, guests often call this experience the highlight of their trip, describing it as fun, engaging, and completely different from typical tours.
• This is not a scripted history lesson It is Edinburgh brought to life through dark history, real stories, humour, and local insight you will not find in guidebooks.
• What you will experience Walk the Royal Mile, visit St Giles' Cathedral, take in views of Edinburgh Castle, explore Victoria Street and Grassmarket, and finish in Greyfriars Kirkyard while uncovering hidden secrets, crime, legends, and how the New Town helped shape the modern world.
• Who it is for Perfect for couples, groups, families, and solo travellers who want something authentic, entertaining, and memorable.
• Bonus Every guest receives my exclusive QR guide packed with local recommendations, including food, drinks, hidden gems, and the best views.
• Important info Free to book, tip-based.
Spots are limited, so book now to secure your place.
Meeting point
142 High Street Edinburgh
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 10:30, 13:30 (Edinburgh time)
- Coming up
- 112 departures in 3 months, 10 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is 142 High Street Edinburgh. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
112 departures are listed in the next three months, 10 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30 and 13:30. Times are local to Edinburgh.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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