Best Free Walking Tours in Edinburgh
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Scotland’s capital city is an incredible gem that should be on every traveler's bucket list. Its rich past, royal legacy, and elegant medieval streets will make you wish you didn’t have to leave. Charming, ancient, and elegant all in a single package. Join Free Walking Tours in Edinburgh if you are looking to fall in love with a brand-new place. The popular Free Edinburgh City Tour is led by a local guide and aims to hit the top attractions and sights of the city. On a Free Ghost Tour by night, you will hear fascinating stories of body snatchers, witches and poltergeists. Of course, many travelers come all the way to Edinburgh to join a Harry Potter in Edinburgh Free Walking Tour. It’s a super fun experience where guests will discover the places that inspired this iconic magical series. Lastly, Scottish whisky is ranked as the best in the world, so liquor aficionados will love a Free Edinburgh Whiskey Tour.
Joining Free Tours in Edinburgh will give you a chance to see top-rated landmarks and immerse yourself in Scottish traditions. The main attraction in this historical capital is Edinburgh Castle, located in Castle Rock. This impressive building is an ancient fortress that is believed to have had human occupation since the Iron Ages. Additionally, Edinburgh’s other magnificent sights—Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Mary King’s Close, the Parliament Building, and Scottish National Gallery—make this city a top travel destination for the history and archaeology enthusiast. If you’re interested in the Edinburgh festivals, come visiting during August, Christmas, or the Scottish New Year’s celebration, Hogmanay. Additionally, there are a number of excellent day trips you can take to places such as whisky distilleries, Outlander filming locations, Loch Ness and Glasgow.
Reviews of Free Tours in Edinburgh
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18/10/24
Our tour guide, Melanie was excellent, very knowledgeable, and a great storyteller
28/09/24
Things to Do in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a fairytale-like city among crags, castles, spires, and a captivating atmosphere shaped up by medieval history, myths and legends. Both families and solo travelers will find many interesting things to do here! If you love fantasy and legends, spend some time visiting Greyfriars cemetery. It’s a haunted place with many reports of paranormal activity. After that, go window-shopping around Victoria Street, the bustling commercial alley that inspired Diagon Alley from the Harry Potter books. Just nearby, you will find The Elephant House, the cozy coffee house where the first chapters of the Hogwarts saga were written. In the afternoon, you can chill out in the Royal Botanic Gardens, look at interesting pieces of art in the Scottish National Gallery or have fun in the Writer's Museum. If you are into outdoor activities, dare to climb Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano offering breathtaking views over the city.