Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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.
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Private Tour
Local Guide
1 local drink/tasting
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food & beverages not listed as inclusions
Entrance to the attractions - we will visit them from the outside
Departure Point
57 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SR, UK
In front of Cafe Edinburgh.
Return Details
57 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1SR, UK
In front of Cafe Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The edifice known as Edinburgh Castle was built during the 12th century and sits on an extinct volcano which is called Castle Rock. 20 minutes
Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The old GrassMarket doubled up as a public execution site and is now home to many pubs. 40 minutes
University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh is the sixth oldest university in the UK and the oldest civic foundation in the English-speaking world. 30 minutes
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Estatua David Hume, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Writers' Museum, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Greyfriars Kirkyard, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Private tour: only you & your local guide
CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Michelle_B
20 Apr 2023
Alec was very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. We learned so much about the history of Edinburgh. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
loppypop
16 Apr 2023
Monica was fantastic! We (my husband, 80 year old mother-in-law and I) spent the morning touring the Hidden Gems of Edinburgh with her and she did a fabulous job of modifying and adapting the tour to our needs. She showed us lots of hidden, out of the way gems (no crowds! on Easter Monday!) and told great stories. We would book her for another tour, but unfortunately only had 1 day in Edinburgh. We are hoping to come back and visit again. Thank-you Monica for an informative, fun and personalized experience!
708erin
15 Apr 2023
We had a fantastic tour with Alice. It was my family of 4(2 adults and two teens) and she made it both fun and interesting. We highly recommend this tour!! Make sure you have your walking shoes and energy because it covers a lot of ground.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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