Princes Street Tours and Activities

Visiting an unfamiliar city without knowing anyone there usually means relying on travel guides. Get a more personal experience in Edinburgh by spending time with a local Edinburgher who customizes your private, bespoke tour to your own interests. Go off the beaten path and discover locals' favorite spots.

We offer ½ day, full-day, and multi-day tours depending on the time and the budget that you have. All tours are exclusive to you and your party (1-7 passengers) in our exclusive Mercedes Bens V-Class AMG model executive vehicles, which come with the following as standard – Client controlled air-con/Wi-Fi/on-board refreshments/AC charging facilities for mobile devices and cameras. Contact us and we will work with you so we can include the things you really want to see, spending more time at the places you want to spend time at, and leaving the things and places you don’t get to see for the next time you visit us.

Explore the streets of Edinburgh on this fun walking tour. As you listen to popular theme songs and hits through your headset, sing along and dance past landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral, the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh Waverley Station, and more. This is an alternative to the traditional tour groups.

Don’t limit yourself to just the Royal Mile; the Extended Photo tours take in both the Street Tour and the Night Tour so you can cover more ground and come away with more spectacular images. Let a professional photographer guide you through your setting as they whisk you to their favourite spots to capture the best images in the Capital. We will lead you to superb photographic opportunities for all kinds of subjects, from landmarks and people watching to hidden secrets and great views over the city, all the while offering practical tips and helping you to develop your own creative vision. Each tour is crafted to the skills and needs of the participants. Apart from taking photos, you can also expect to learn: Creative composition, using lines, repetition, camera angles Training your eye: composition, subjects, lighting Taking control of your camera: ƒ-stop, shutter speed, ISO and focusing Night photography basics Long exposure light streaking - cars, boats Reviewing your photography

Private Tour Walking through Edinburgh, the tour will be private, exclusive for your group or family. It will be 4 hours walking around the city, knowing the main points of interest. The script can be customized according to customer interests.

On this four hour walking tour of Edinburgh, you will discover some of the most important historical sites of Scotland, including the world-famous Royal Mile and a medieval labyrinth of cobblestone alleyways and tenements that comprise this UNESCO World Heritage site. You will follow your expert guide into Old Town’s maze of streets and concealed courtyards, where you will learn about the city’s ‘closes’- cramped alleyways, and ‘wynds’ - narrow lanes between houses. Explore the imposing St Giles Cathedral and the world-famous National Galleries of Scotland, which houses many stunning paintings from the Old Masters including Da Vinci, Titian, and Rembrandt. Hear about the fascinating history of the enigmatic Edinburgh castle, and have the opportunity to stroll the beautiful Princes Street Gardens and pass the gorgeous George Heriot’s School built in 1628, now a mecca for Harry Potter fans around the world, as it is believed to have inspired Hogwarts.

Today we offer you half-day sightseeing in the historic Old Town, where some of the best Edinburgh attractions can be found, such as the Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Your guide will show you all the hidden gems of this brilliant city, tell you some of its secrets and myths, you will find something that can not be reached by the internet! Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or your cruise ship. You will have a fully private tour of the old city of Edinburgh including all the main attractions. In the end, your guide will assist you in calling the taxi back or suggest a good restaurant to have lunch.

A walking tour through Edinburgh's Queer History taking into account locations associated with key figures and the telling of their stories as well as outlining changes in the law and the treatment of members of this community from the 16thC to the present day. The tour will start on the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle and end with a view of the Scottish Parliament and involve walking through parts of the Medieval Old Town and Georgian New Town. Find out what inspired one of the most iconic movie sets of all time, the man who was the real life inspiration for Dorian Gray, the story behind the heartbreaking end to the career of one of our most beloved military heroes and the groundbreaking tale of the female medical pioneers who studied in the city. For those not local the locations of current LGBT venues will be pointed out

Settled in the rocky hills, Edinburgh offers everything from beautiful architecture to stunning landscapes. You’ll join one of our local Edinburgh hosts, and from here it’s up to you. You could strut your stuff down the Royal Mile, or pay homage at the Scott Monument. Whether you have just three hours to spare or a full day to play, your host will create an itinerary according to your schedule and interests. Are you a landmark beeliner, or a leisurely wanderer? Just tell us your pace and we’ll stick to it. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Edinburgh at Christmas time becomes a winter wonderland, and this tour will help you discover the city’s most magical sites. Spend an evening walking past Edinburgh top attractions, as well as hidden parts that locals love. You’ll see the Old Town, Princes Street Gardens, and much more. A local host will teach you about Edinburgh from a local’s perspective and show you where to find the best Christmas lights. Mulled wine or hot chocolate is included, and conveniently, you can customize your tour based on your needs.