Royal Mile, Edinburgh Walking Tour with Audioguide
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore amazing Royal mile of Edinbourgh at your own pace with audioguide on your smartphone. The map guides your route, and engaging audio commentary acts as your personal guide. You'll experience the best: Palace of Holyroodhouse, St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle, narrow medieval lanes, grave of the Scottish Hachiko, unique double-level street, and more!
23 audio commentaries was written by a professional historian, lifting the veil of mystery over the history, legends and culture of Scotland.
Enjoy the tour at your own pace without a tour group. Be free to pause the audio guide at any point to rest in a café or buy souvenirs. You can turn down any pretty alley and get back on the route, skip something you're not personally interested in or listen to the recording again.
The walk ends infron of Edinbourgh castle. You can visit its museum or continue your walk around the city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The audio guide is provided via mobile app for iOS and Android
This a self-guided tour - you will have to download audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase and follow the route on the mobile app map (with no human guide)
Audio guide is available anytime, date and time during checkout are approximate
Bring your own headphones, they are not included
What To Expect
Holyrood Abbey
Explore the timeless allure of Holyrood Abbey in Edinburgh. Wander through haunting ruins, tranquil cloisters, and the historic Royal Pew. Join a guided tour for captivating stories of royalty and religious significance. Don't miss the magical sunset glow on ancient stones. Nearby, discover Holyrood Palace and the vibrant Royal Mile. Immerse yourself in Edinburgh's rich history at Holyrood Abbey – a journey through the ages awaits.
Salisbury Crags
Embark on a journey at Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh, a natural wonder steeped in history. Hike through rugged trails and witness breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Explore the unique rock formations and feel the energy of this geological marvel. Take a moment to connect with nature in the heart of the city. No guided tour needed, just pure awe and tranquility. Salisbury Crags invites you to a serene escape, where the beauty of the landscape tells its own timeless story.
Options
Italian
Russian
French
Spanish
English
Portuguese
German
Polish
What‘s Included
Illustrations to recognize the landmark
23 audio recordings about the sights and history of Edinbourgh, traditions of Scotland
Audio guide app for iPhone and Android
Offline map with route for easy GPS navigation
1 year access to the tour in the language of your choice
Human guide
Smartphone and headphones
Entrance fee/tickets
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Audio guide
Barrie H,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Audio guide was informative and quite easy to follow.
Interesting but oh, that app!
goedelep2021,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The information from the audio guide was very good. You will learn a lot and look at all the sights at your own pace. That's much more convenient than with a guide. What was annoying is that, despite the download, the app had to be opened again and again because the map had disappeared.
Pretty mundane narration....
Margaret C,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Pretty mundane narration. Not better than guidebook. Paucity of stops and information. Very disappointing.
You be the tour guide
Emma F,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was fun to do as a family and at our own pace. We loved the other side things we found in our travels.
Walking Tour--Yes
Maryellyn F,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00I enjoyed seeing Old Town through the walking tour. It was easy to set up and great that we could replay parts.
Didn't get to do the tour...
Tami B,Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Didn't get to do the tour but we walked a lot up and down the Royal Mile many many times. Put in a lot of miles.
I was a little skeptical...
Wesley B,Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I was a little skeptical at first, but I actually really loved this method of touring the Royal Mile! Super easy to follow the prompts and it leaves lots of flexibility to chase side hunts at your fancy.
The places:...
Graciela E,Jun 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The places: wonderful! Our guide Saul gave us a lot of information! Excellent guide! Very kind of you.
Great tour
Emily W,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy tour through the city. We were here for 5 days before we took the tour and it pointed things out we passed by for 5 days and never noticed. Really told great stories. Highly recommend.
Great self guided tour
kathy841951,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good self guided tour. My husband and I prefer to avoid group tours when possible and go at our own pace without missing any of the details and history of the place we are exploring. Great deal at a great price!
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