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Free Historic Tour of Edinburgh. Essential (in Spanish)

Duration: 2h
Languages: Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on May 03, 2021

Do you want to do the best Tours in Scotland? Well this is your place. After several years working in the tourism sector for leading companies in different locations in the United Kingdom, I decided to embark on this adventure and create “We Are Scotland”, from where we carry out walking tours of Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow. This project is born from work, humility and experience in order to make people who visit Scotland feel part of its history and its legends, together with a team of experienced guides passionate about history who will make you want to return. to this wonderful country.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Edinburgh has become one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

We will learn about the history of this medieval city, which is more than 3,000 years old, from the first tribes that inhabited it, the Picts, to the men in skirts. We will talk about its most important buildings, such as St. Giles' Cathedral or Edinburgh Castle. We will walk through its most emblematic streets, such as the Royal Mile or Victoria Street .

We will visit the sculpture of Bobby the dog , which is next to Greyfriars Cemetery, where many mysteries and legends, and some paranormal activity, are hidden. Part of the Harry Potter book was written in Edinburgh and its writer, JK Rowling, used the cemetery as inspiration, join us to discover where she wrote and what she used as inspiration for her novels.

With so many centuries of history , the capital of Scotland is rich in history and legends. You can't miss this incredible visit to Edinburgh.

On this free tour we will visit:

  • Historical introduction to Edinburgh
  • Royal Mile
  • Victoria Street
  • Grassmarket
  • Greyfriars Kirkyard
  • Bobby the dog
  • Mysteries about Harry Potter
  • Mackenzie and paranormal activity
  • National Museum of Scotland
  • Museum of Writers
  • St Giles Cathedral
  • Presbyterianism
  • David Hume
  • Public executions
  • Maggie Dickson
  • Heart of Midlothian
  • Cross Market
  • Fringe Festival


For groups of more than 6 people, even if bookings are made separately, if you come together you will need to pay the guide £10 per person at the start of the tour.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    369 High St, Edinburgh EH1, UK
    369 High St, Edinburgh EH1, UK
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    We will meet at 369 High St (Royal Mile), next to St. Giles Cathedral with BLACK UMBRELLA

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Royal Mile
  • 2
    Outside visit
    old-town
  • 3
    Outside visit
    St Giles' Cathedral
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Writers' Museum
  • 5
    Outside visit
    grassmarket
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Greyfriars Bobby Statue
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Greyfriars Kirkyard

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 20 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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