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Experience City Tours in Edinburgh with Withlocals
The best city highlight tours in Edinburgh are with a local! Be part of a unique experience where you can see the best from Edinburgh through the eyes of a local. Step away from touristy crowds on a one of a kind city tour in Edinburgh.
The best city highlight tours in Edinburgh are with a local! Be part of a unique experience where you can see the best from Edinburgh through the eyes of a local. Step away from touristy crowds on a one of a kind city tour in Edinburgh.
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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
304 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Edinburgh
Want to see the best of Edinburgh? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Edinburgh!
Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
104 reviews
2.5 hours | City highlight tours | Edinburgh
You’ve probably heard that Edinburgh is well-known for its ghosts tales, myths and legends, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Edinburgh, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Edinburgh.
Did you know that the Edinburgh tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!
The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
537 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Edinburgh
Curious to know more about Edinburgh’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Edinburgh from a local perspective as you learn about Robert Louis Stevenson.
Welcome to Edinburgh! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Edinburgh to start your city trip on the right foot.
Literature, Art & Politics: A Walking Tour of Historic Edinburgh
102 reviews
2.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Step into the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and explore the city where literature, art, and politics have long collided to shape Scottish identity. From the graves of poets to the halls of power, uncover the stories behind rebellious ideas and cultural icons. This tour is a journey through the minds and movements that made Edinburgh a world capital of thought and creativity.
Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
14 reviews
1.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Join a host for a Royal Mile Tour that supports a project dedicated to elevating the issue of homelessness in Edinburgh. Your local guide is someone that has struggled with homelessness, but thanks to this amazing project, is now fully trained to guide amazing tours through Edinburgh with a perspective like no other. Book now and we'll waive part of the service fee and donate it directly to the project, the rest of the cost goes directly to the guide and supports keeping them off the streets. Let's make a difference together!
Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour
13 reviews
1.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Embark on an ethical Crime & Punishment tour, led by guides who have triumphed over homelessness themselves, supporting a social enterprise committed to alleviating homelessness through tourism. Explore captivating tales of thieves and murderers in the city, while gaining insight into contemporary justice systems and local organizations dedicated to aiding our most vulnerable community members. Book now and directly support guides affected by homelessness, on top of that, part of the Withlocals fee is waived and given to the project.
Help reduce homelessness with a women of Edinburgh tour
13 reviews
1.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Join a host for an experience to get to know the real women of Edinburgh's past and present that support an NGO dedicated to alleviating the issue of homelessness in Edinburgh. Discover the amazing female characters of Edinburgh while making a positive impact on the community. Book now and we'll waive part of the service fee and donate it directly to the project, the rest of the cost goes directly to the guide and supports keeping them off the streets. Let's make a difference together!
"I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked this tour but Monica is so easy going and catered the tour to us as we went along. We (the traveling sisters) had a great time and a marvelous informative tour. "
"I have now had a change be part of Alice's storytelling tours twice within last couple years. Her walking tours has brought so much more to our Edinburgh visits, waking up the "ghosts" in a positive way, combining nice walk in beautiful city with stories around the history of the city in cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!"
"Oluf is a gem! Not only did he further our knowledge of Edinburgh's rich history, but he also aided us in navigating Waverly Station and finding our B&B. He is knowledgeable, cheerful, and flexible!"
KarenAbout local OlufEdinburgh, September 29, 2025
5.0
Such a wonderful experience!
"Svend-Erik is a very skilled guide! We had a wonderful time with him. He told us very interesting stories and anecdotes about different historic characters and places. We loved our tour and recommend him wholeheartedly!
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SandraAbout local Svend-ErikEdinburgh, September 19, 2025
Private city tours with locals in Edinburgh
Our locals will give you the best experiences that Edinburgh has to offer
Private & personalized city tours in Edinburgh with a local
Discover Edinburgh like never before with a private city tours led by a local guide. These tours are tailored just for you, with no fixed routes or crowds. Whether you’re into history, hidden alleys, iconic landmarks, or everyday local life, your guide will customize the experience to match your interests.
Walk through Edinburgh with someone who truly knows the city, hear the stories behind the sights, and uncover corners most tourists miss. Want to focus on art, neighborhoods, or cultural quirks? It’s your tour, your pace. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned explorers, our personalized city tours help you connect with Edinburgh in a meaningful way.
Say goodbye to generic tours and hello to a one-of-a-kind local experience in Edinburgh.
"G is the ultimate Edinburgh tour guide. A true Scotsman with an obvious love of his city and country.
G gave us the tour of his favorite spots, restaurants and pubs. Not the typical tourist destinations.
We had a great time. Thank you G. "
Terre and JerryAbout local GJEdinburgh, September 19, 2025
5.0
Brilliantly creepy!
"If you’re lucky enough to book with Alice, you’re in for a huge treat. She’s warm, charming, and an absolutely exceptional storyteller. She took us into graveyards, around the streets of old town, and down shadowy closes, sharing tales of historical figures, local scoundrels, and spirits from the past. She has a magical way of drawing you into stories so that you feel like you’re witnessing them. Despite the chilly night it felt like the tour went by in a flash. Highly recommend booking after dark for extra atmosphere! "
RobynAbout local AliceEdinburgh, September 13, 2025
5.0
What a wonderful tour and guide.
"Chris was an excellent guide. He adjusted his schedule to meet ours with some unexpected travel issues. He was very kind. He tailored the tour to our expectations and desires. He was well-versed and made the history of Edinburgh and Scotland interesting. I have been blessed to travel quite a bit. Chris rates equal to the best I’ve had. Book him and you will enjoy the day. "
JamesAbout local ChrisEdinburgh, September 5, 2025
5.0
Great tour of the city!
"Chris gave us an informative walking tour of the history of the city, its architecture and storied places. He also gave us some tips for our next journey to Skye. A great overview for someone new to Edinburgh!"
MirandaAbout local ChrisEdinburgh, September 4, 2025
5.0
Wonderful Tour!
"We had a wonderful tour with Alice! She told us some amazing stories of Scotland which kept us entertained as we walked thru the old town seeing the sights. If you like a guide that keeps things interesting instead of sounding like a history book, pick Alice - you will have a great time!"
"Alice did a fantastic job in showing us around, telling some stories and insiders and giving us a feeling of Edinburgh! We can fully recommend this tour and Alice as a tour guide created very enjoyable 4 hours Thank you!"
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