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Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

By VoiceMap
4 out of 5
Price is RM 56 per adult
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Features
  • 1h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Tune into ancient and modern Scottish tales on one of Europe’s oldest streets with this affordable walking tour and the industry-leading VoiceMap mobile app.

• See historical sights along all four sections of the Royal Mile and find out about the city’s stench in the 1500s, and how far it traveled
• Hear from producer Martin Donnelly, a Senior Teaching Fellow and Edinburgh local
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
️• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Activity location

  • The Witches Well
    • EH1 2ND, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Witches Well
    • EH1 2ND, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Highlights from the Royal Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes1h 15m1h 15m
  • Opening hours: Tue 0:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
RM 55.84 x 1 AdultRM 55.84
Total
Price is RM 55.84

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLifetime access to this tour in English
  • What's includedWhat's includedVoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • What's includedWhat's includedOffline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSmartphone and headphones
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drink

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

Activity itinerary

Royal Mile (Pass by)
The Royal Mile is one of Europe’s most ancient and famous streets. Along this 1 ¼ mile stretch – a Scot’s mile – crimes have been committed, royals have travelled, and famous folk like Rabbie Burns, Adam Smith and David Hume have met. On this walking tour, I’ll bring some of their stories to life.
Witches well (Pass by)
Starting at the top of Castlehill next to the Witches Well, you’ll hear about Edinburgh Castle’s early days, when a series of infamous witch burnings took place here.
Edinburgh Castle (Pass by)
You’ll hear about Edinburgh Castle’s early days, when a series of infamous witch burnings took place here.
Castlehill (Pass by)
Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate
Lawnmarket (Pass by)
Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate
Deacon Brodie's Tavern (Pass by)
I’ll show you the former residence of the gentleman robber, Deacon Brodie, the inspiration behind Robert Louis Stevenson’s Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Old Tolbooth Wynd (Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Old Tolbooth Wynd. You'll hear its history while you walk.
Heart of Midlothian (Pass by)
Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II
St Giles' Cathedral (Pass by)
Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II
Charles II statue (Pass by)
Stroll around St Giles Cathedral, home to the Old Tolbooth, the Heart of Midlothian mosaic, and a statue of Charles II
Mercat Cross (Pass by)
Hear about the priest that was pelted to death by an angry mob, and some of the other terrible deeds that took place in the shadows of the Mercat Cross
Tron Kirk (Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Tron Kirk. You'll hear its history while you walk.
High Street (Pass by)
Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate
Paisley Close (Pass by)
I’ll also share a few tales about the barbaric punishments meted out to criminals in the 1600s, and the heartwarming story of a young lad pulled from the rubble of the Paisley Close disaster.
John Knox House Museum (Pass by)
You’ll hear about religious figures like John Knox, ​​a leading figure in the Scottish Protestant Reformation, and royal tragedies like the execution of Mary Queen of Scots.
The Netherbow (Pass by)
See Netherbow Port, once the main gate between Edinburgh and Canongate
Canongate Kirk (Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour takes you past the Canongate Kirk. You'll hear its history while you walk.
Canongate (Pass by)
Amble down all four sections of the Royal Mile: Castlehill, Lawnmarket, the High Street, and the old burgh of Canongate
Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass by)
The tour ends at the end of Canongate in front of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Old Town (Pass by)
Enjoy this entertaining and informative 45-minute stroll into the heart – and history – of the Old Town.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Witches Well
    • EH1 2ND, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThe Witches Well
    • EH1 2ND, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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