Edinburgh Free Walking Tour of the Old Town
Wed 7 Oct 2026Free
TOUR
Edinburgh Free Walking Tour of the Old Town
Free (tips welcome)
A two-hour, pay-what-you-think-it's-worth Old Town walking tour run by Edinburgh-born guides from the Street Historians, starting at the High Street Wellhead.
The High Street Wellhead, Royal Mile
High Street Wellhead, Edinburgh EH1
Old Town
Eligibility
Groups of more than 10 people are not permitted; max booking size 10, larger groups rejected.
Max booking size 10 people.
When
Every day
Tours run on multiple days; about 2 hours, roughly 1 mile (2.5km) with hills and stairs. Check the booking calendar for daily start times (e.g. 11:30 advertised slots).
Where
The High Street Wellhead, Royal Mile
Get directions
Source: Edinburgh Street Historians