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Edinburgh Family Walking Tour

Private

Edinburgh Family Walking Tour

Why you shouldn't miss it ?

  • Learn about the historic Old Town and why they built a New Town!
  • Discover why Edinburgh is both a UNESCO World Heritage site and a UNESCO City of Literature.
  • Uncover the dark history of the Grassmarket and the Greyfriars Kirkyard body snatchers.
  • Marvel at the stunning Georgian architecture and revel in the art and literature scene.
In a nutshell

2.5 hours

Private

English

Wheelchair Friendly

Cancellation Policy
Check our FAQ

What’s Included:

A certified kid-friendly guide for 2h and a half / A quizz for each kid / And of course- fun!

Milestones:

Upper Old Town / Upper New Town
Overview

Edinburgh is full of stories, secrets, and centuries of history-and this private 2-hour and a half walking tour is the perfect way to explore it all together. With a kid-friendly guide by your side, you’ll uncover the city’s most iconic neighborhoods: the atmospheric Old Town and the elegant New Town, both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their historical and architectural significance.

We’ll begin our journey in the Old Town, a maze of cobbled streets, narrow medieval closes, and dramatic tales. As you stroll along the famous Royal Mile, your guide will bring the past to life with stories of ancient kings and queens, daily life in the Middle Ages, and even a few hair-raising public executions. You’ll also visit the legendary Greyfriars Kirkyard, where you’ll meet Greyfriars Bobby-the loyal little dog who captured the hearts of locals-and hear some spooky legends about grave robbers and ghostly encounters. Nearby, you’ll also discover spots that inspired J.K. Rowling, who wrote much of Harry Potter right here in Edinburgh. Fans of the series will love hearing how the city’s atmosphere and even some names from Greyfriars influenced her magical world.

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From there, we’ll cross over to the New Town, developed in the 18th century to ease overcrowding in the older part of the city. This elegant area showcases wide boulevards, neoclassical buildings, and leafy squares like St Andrew Square. It’s a chance to discover a more refined side of Edinburgh, shaped during the Age of Enlightenment-when the city earned its nickname “the Athens of the North” for its thriving intellectual life and bold urban vision. This part of the city was home to philosophers, inventors, and visionaries who helped shape the modern world.

What makes this tour truly unique is your guide: a family expert who knows how to adapt every stop, fact, and story to your children’s ages and interests. Whether you’re traveling with young kids, tweens, or curious teens, the pace and content will feel perfectly tailored.

To make it even more fun, your family will enjoy an interactive quiz during the walk-turning the city into a playful and memorable outdoor adventure.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or spending several days in Scotland, this family-friendly Edinburgh tour will be the perfect introduction.

And if you also want to visit the beautiful castle of Edinburgh with children, have a look at our Edinburgh Castle Kids Tour!

FAQ

Is there a lot of walking during this Edinburgh family walking tour?

This is a private tour, just for you and especially designed with families in mind! We always go at your pace, so more of a leisurely stroll. And if you need to stop along the way to ‘re-fuel’ we can recommend the best cakes too!

Can I bring a stroller?

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Of course! However, be mindful that parts of Edinburgh are very old with cobbled streets and a few hills, but the good news is that we always avoid steps!

What happens if it rains?

One of the many things that Scotland is famous for is its weather – you can sometimes experience all four season in one day! Our tours go ahead in all weather, so we recommend bringing suitable raincoats and umbrellas if needed.

Is the tour teen-friendly?

We are confident they will. We handpick our guides for their expertise at engaging kids and teenagers of all ages to make the tour interesting and fun! And our quiz will test the whole family, pitting kids against adults!

Can the guide meet us at our hotel?

Yes, this is possible with an extra charge of 80€. Just mention it when you book our Edinburgh family walking tour.

Price

2

Size of Party

€540

Total Price

3

Size of Party

€540

Total Price

4

Size of Party

€540

Total Price

5

Size of Party

€590

Total Price

6

Size of Party

€640

Total Price

What if we have more than 6 people?? Or we want to customize our trip?? Oh no! Just kidding, no problem is too big for us! 
Leave us a message on our contact page, and a member of our superhero team will work some magic to make your dreams come true!

Starting point
Beehive inn, 10 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
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For France

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets we charge a 20% cancellation fee; for the Eiffel Tower and Versailles tours (see below for specific cancellation charges).
  • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Eiffel Tower activities:

  • Cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a 60% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Versailles:

  •  Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will be charged a 250€ cancellation fee.
  •  Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 10 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

For cruises, Tuk-tuk & Sidecar:

  • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
  • Cancellations made between 10 days and 5 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For United Kingdom

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For black cab tours:

  • Cancellations between 4 week and 15 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 14 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Italy

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets or cruise in Venice we charge a 20% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 10 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

Cancellation Policy

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets we charge a 20% cancellation fee; for the Eiffel Tower and Versailles tours (see below for specific cancellation charges).
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Eiffel Tower activities:

      • Cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a 60% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Versailles:

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will be charged a 250€ cancellation fee.
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Workshops and Classes:

      • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 10 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

      For cruises, Tuk-tuk & Sidecar:

      • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
      • Cancellations made between 10 days and 5 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For black cab tours:

  • Cancellations between 4 week and 15 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 14 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets or cruise in Venice we charge a 20% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full.