Edinburgh

Old Town Walking Tour

A day on foot.

Written by David C. Weinczok

Walk through Edinburgh's historic heart with our Old Town Walking Tour. It covers centuries of history, from the National Museum of Scotland down the Royal Mile to Holyrood Park, with tales of notable figures, eerie legends and architectural marvels along the way.

How: A day on foot
Distance: About 3 miles
Ends: Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat
Good for: Food and drink, Castles, Walks, History, A rainy day

The day

World-class exhibitions cover the whole breadth of Scottish history, from Picts and Vikings to Dolly the Sheep. Look for the rooftop terrace and its views across the city.
The rest of this day is for members.
20 more stops, what to do at each, and the drive between them. Members read every one of our days, and the magazine.
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Greyfriars Bobby
An attraction
Greyfriars Kirk
An attraction
Vennel Steps
An attraction
Writers' Museum
An attraction
Gladstone’s Land
An attraction
The Heart of Midlothian
An attraction
St Giles’ Cathedral
An attraction
Advocate's Close
An attraction
Mercat Cross
An attraction
Cockburn Street
An attraction
The World’s End
Food and drink
John Knox House
An attraction
Chessel’s Court
An attraction
Bakehouse Close
An attraction
White Horse Close
An attraction
Holyrood Palace
An attraction
Scottish Parliament Building
An attraction
Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat
An attraction