This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Edinburgh from a unique perspective! Get to know Edinburgh on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Edinburgh at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
Posted By : eduardob936
Alec was a sterling storyteller who made our experience of Edinburgh come to life in HD! Learning about is history, and his history with the city, made for a superb afternoon. But 4 pre-teens are the best critics. Each of our youngsters, unprompted, said how much they enjoyed their time with Alec. “He made us feel like one of the grown ups, but still made it fun for us kids.” Same applies to the grown ups. We loved learning the history and all the anecdotes that make an historic city an intimate haven.
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Posted On : 2024-06-17 04:38:48
Posted By : RyanM6099
Alec was a fantastic tour guide. Good communication prior to our meeting. His knowledge was impressive, and he started the tour with a geographical lesson that set the tone for understanding the landscape of the tour. Very personal and tailored the tour to facts that were relatable to me and my preferences. I would certainly hire him again as guide.
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Posted On : 2024-06-15 05:13:13
Posted By : Freedom14566234841
Interesting 3-hour tour through the old town with lots of stories surrounding it. I would do it again any time despite the rain!
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Posted On : 2024-06-14 09:03:28
Posted By : 514helenec
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Monica. She was very friendly and easy going, willing to adapt the tour to our interests. She shared many great stories about Edinburgh’s history and lore, and showed us several locations just off the main roads that we wouldn’t have found on our own.
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 08:13:24
Posted By : Quest817240
This tour was amazing, got to listen to a lot of interesting but also fun facts and stories. Alice’s knowledge is impressive.
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Posted On : 2024-06-12 04:14:43
Posted By : Alexandra R
Alice is a great storyteller! This was definitely one of the best city tours we ever had! Alice is a very talented actress and you can’t stop listening.Thank you!
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Posted On : 2024-06-03 14:05:07
Posted By : MauiGirlAtHeart
We did the Hidden Gems of Edinburgh tour with Alice this week and it was FANTASTIC. She is truly a storyteller who made the history of what we were seeing come alive. My 12 year old was thrilled with this nuanced aspect of the tour, as was I, as we're so used to the standard tour which are great and conversational but this was a lovely twist. Alice was wonderfully friendly, shared tons of information about Edinburgh, and tailored the tour to what we needed. HIGHLY recommend any tour with Alice!
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Posted On : 2024-06-02 07:46:09
Posted By : Judith_C
We had a wonderful day with our local guide Alec. His personal stories coupled with his knowledge of the area were both entertaining and informative. The only thing I would suggest to Viator is to have the option to purchase tickets for entry to the Castle, which could be done at the end of the tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-02 06:11:34
Posted By : tamarawW8382VC
Oh what a delight. A fabulous experience through and through - Alice was an informative historian, captivating storyteller, and thoughtful hostess for our mother-daughter duo. She was careful to monitor my mother’s stamina while also ensuring we covered plenty of ground. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
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Posted On : 2024-05-30 15:51:47
Posted By : rachaelaF7801TK
If you're looking for the perfect blend of history, humor, and just a wee bit of Scottish magic, look no further than Laura's walking tour of Edinburgh! Our group of six Americans felt like we had struck gold when we had the pleasure of wandering the historic streets with Laura as our guide.
From the moment we met, Laura's warm and welcoming presence made us feel right at home, even though we were 5000 miles away. She has a knack for turning every corner into an exciting story and every stone into a piece of living history. We learned more about Edinburgh than we ever could have from any guidebook or website—she even managed to convince us that nearly every saying imaginable originated in Scotland.
Laura’s expertise in showcasing the ins and outs of the city is unparalleled. She kept the tour fun and engaging with her endless anecdotes and witty commentary. We laughed, we learned, and we marveled at the rich tapestry of stories that make up this incredible city.
The true highlight, though, was Laura herself. Her hospitality, grace, and boundless energy made our experience unforgettable. She turned what could have been just another tour into an adventure six friends will cherish forever. If I could, I'd join her tour 1000 times over—it's just that good.
Thank you, Laura, for an incredible day in Edinburgh. You made us feel like locals, and for that, we’re eternally grateful. Keep up the fantastic work, and may your tours always be filled with laughter and joy!
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Posted On : 2024-05-28 07:21:56