Private Photography & History Tour of Edinburgh With a Local
Private Photography & History Tour of Edinburgh With a Local
The ideal 1st Introduction to Edinburgh, with a local of 50 years!See Edinburgh's amazing History & Photography Locations through the eyes of a local tour-guide & resident.- A 3.5 hour, Private group tour with a local.- Quickly discover & photograph Edinburgh's highlights & hidden gems.- Lots of interesting history, culture & stories along the way.- Learn useful photography tips to transform your photography.- David will take a professional photo for you to keep.- FREE written guide & photo tips to Edinburgh.In this special 3.5 hour walking tour, David, will show you the city from a local's perspective & help you capture beautiful & interesting photos of Edinburgh you might not have the time to find, or discover, by yourself. David will explain all about Edinburgh's amazing history & culture along the way. All smartphones & cameras suitable & there'll be lots of really useful travel photography tips along the way.
The tour covers approx 3 miles. See the city with a local!
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
St Andrew Square
History of the New Town & Old Town - Edinburgh's Story.
10 minutesScottish National Portrait Gallery
The Beautiful Hall of Heroes & Library.
10 minutesCafe Royal
An iconic Edinburgh pub with a great atmosphere.
10 minutesScott Monument
The magnificent, Victorian Gothic monument to Sir Walter Scott.
10 minutesRoyal Scottish Academy
Stunning Georgian Gallery built in 1826.
10 minutesAssembly Hall
The beautiful architecture of Playfair's New College & The General Assembly Hall. Great views of The New Town to the Firth of Forth and Fife.
10 minutesRamsay Garden
The picturesque Scots Baronial apartments by Patrick Geddes.
10 minutesThe Writers' Museum
Located in the historic Lady Stair's Close, this picturesque museum celebrated the lives of three Scottish literary giants - Robert Burns, Robert Louis Stevenson & Sir Walter Scott.
10 minutesGladstone's Land
This is where we stop for a complimentary coffee and admire the exterior of this restored 17th Century tenement house. One of the oldest buildings in the Royal Mile.
20 minutesSt Giles' Cathedral
An impressive medieval parish church founded in the 12th Century and the location of some of the most important events in Scottish history. (Donations are welcomed)
15 minutesAdvocate's Close
Medieval in origin, Advocate's Close is one of The Royal Mile's most picturesque closes (alleyway) with one of the most iconic views of the Scott Monument.
10 minutesVictoria Street
One of Edinburgh's prettiest streets and reputed to be the inspiration for J K Rowling's 'Diagon Alley' in her wonderful Harry Potter series.
10 minutesGreyfriars Kirkyard
An incredibly atmospheric graveyard dating back to the 16th Century inspiring writers from Charles Dickens to J K Rowling. Also reputed to be one of the most haunted places in Europe!
15 minutesThe Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle
A stepped alley between The Grassmarket and Lauriston Place with an iconic view of Edinburgh Castle. Made famous in Muriel Spark's iconic book & film, 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie'.
10 minutesIncluded
- My Beginners Guide to Photography
- Coffee and/or Tea - A complimentary coffee or tea is included. We will stop for a break half way through the tour.
Not Included
- We do not provide Cameras or other equipment. Please bring your own camera or mobile phone camera.
- Admission to attractions
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- I am fully vaccinated. Participants must be fully vaccinated. I sanatise my hands & if I develop any symptoms I will test and reschedule as necessary. If you have any symptoms (cough, loss of taste) please do NOT come on tour. Please contact me to re-arrange or receive a refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.