Edinburgh Full Royal Mile Tour from Palace to Palace
Join a guide on a journey the full length of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, ending right outside the formal Royal Edinburgh home, the mighty castle. Hear tales of Holyrood Palace before walking the entirety of Canongate, passing several sights en route, all the way to the dividing wall between the two former burghs of Canongate and Edinburgh.
Make your way through old Edinburgh, discussing the incredible characters from this historic medieval town. Finish on the esplanade of the mighty Edinburgh Castle, the origin of Edinburgh that is the longest continuously occupied site on mainland Scotland.
Your guide will be a professional public speaker, with a background in stand-up comedy, so as well as learning you will be laughing too.
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Edinburgh Full Royal Mile Tour from Palace to Palace
What's included in Edinburgh Full Royal Mile Tour from Palace to Palace
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Edinburgh's current royal home, tales of Mary Queen of Scots, the former Abbey here and area of sanctuary.
The Scottish Parliament
The current Scottish Parliament. Here we will discuss governance, the Union with England. Arthurs Seat in the background.
Canongate Kirk
Take in the sights of the former Tolbooth, the beautiful Canongate church and graveyard, and a filming location for a Scottish television show.
Inclusions
- Funny and historic anecdotes
- Recommendations for your stay
- Genuine Scottish (Edinburgh born) guide
- English language only
- In Person Guide from a Professional Public Speaker
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from the starting point
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A lot of walking!
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
- The walk will be 1.1 miles at least (6000 steps)
- It will be uphill and on cobbled streets at times
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- You will meet your local Edinburgh born guide with 6 foot 1 and has a ginger beard.
