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Edinburgh Walking Tours

by Wee Walking Tours

Our Golden Retriever tour guides for our Edinburgh walking tours, Arthur and Walter, on Vi

Discover Edinburgh on our family-run, award-winning, story-led walking tours! Explore the histories, myths, and legends - often joined by one of our Golden Retriever co-guides.

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Choose your Edinburgh Old Town walking tour:
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Castle to Greyfriars Bobby:

Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour

90 min.

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Walk the top of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle to Greyfriars Bobby, packed with tales of sieges, kings and queens, witches and wizards, the colourful Victoria Street and the Grassmarket- ending with the true story behind the city’s most beloved dog.

 

Castle to World's End:

Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour

2hrs. 15min.

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Go beyond Greyfriars and follow the Royal Mile to the World’s End, taking in St Giles’ Cathedral, Tron Kirk, and film/TV connections- plus hidden stories (some beneath your feet) and a stop by the Scottish Storytelling Centre for a tale that brings the building to life.

 

Castle to Palace:

Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour

3hrs.

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Get the full Old Town experience on our longest walk, following the Royal Mile beyond the World’s End through the Canongate- with stories of museums, historic landmarks, and the people who shaped Edinburgh, from everyday locals to queens and monks- finishing by the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament.

 

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*Please note that our walking tours do not go inside paid attractions (i.e. Edinburgh Castle or the Palace of Holyroodhouse).

Our Golden Retriever tour guide, Walter, sits and smiles in the sunlight in front of Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland waiting to help guide one of our Edinburgh walking tours.

Private Edinburgh Walking Tours

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Book a private Edinburgh walking tour tailored to your group- ideal for families, friends, school groups, and special occasions. Tell us your interests, pace, and timing, and we’ll create a custom route through Edinburgh’s stories and landmarks.

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Edinburgh Walking Tours in Finnish

We also offer private Edinburgh walking tours in Finnish. Choose a fully customised tour or request one of our set itineraries in Finnish.​

FAQ
How long are your Edinburgh walking tours?

Our walking tours run from 90 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the tour you choose.

What size are your tour groups?

We keep groups small for a more personal experience- more like a walk with a friend than being in a crowd.

Can I bring my dog on the tour?

Yes. Well‑behaved dogs are welcome, as long as they’re comfortable around other dogs, since one of our Golden Retriever co‑guides often joins the tour.

Do I need to book in advance?

​Yes. Advance booking is required to secure your place, and our small groups can fill up quickly.

Walking Tours 
Starting Location

All our Edinburgh walking tours start at the top of the Royal Mile (Castlehill) at the base of Edinburgh Castle next to the Witches Well just past the entrance to the Tartan Mill. Please try to arrive a few minutes prior to the start of your walking tour. Look for your tour guide, Sami (pictured below).

 

The Witches Well, Castlehill, Edinburgh, Scotland

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This is our tour starting location for our Edinburgh walking tours. There is a sign that says 'Welcome to Edinburgh Castle' is seen to the left. To the right is the Witches Well on the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Our tour guide, Sami, is holding our Golden Retriever puppy, Arthur, and standing next to them is our Golden Retriever tour guide, Walter.
Our Golden Retriever tour guide for our Edinburgh walking tours, Walter, poses in front of

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"I had high expectations for the tour and Sami (and his adorable golden retriever Walter) exceeded all of them with his gripping storytelling and encyclopedic knowledge.

 

Thank you again Sami! I'm looking forward to coming back to learn more."

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-Google Review

Our Golden Retriever tour guide for our Edinburgh walking tours, Arthur, stands on the Roy

'A fun way to learn about Edinburgh's history'

"Such a fun and informative tour! Loved that it was a small group and kiddos loved Walter (the dog). Sami is very knowledgable and kept everyone engaged."

-Tripadvisor Review

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