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Edinburgh’s Top-Rated Local Free Walking Tour: The Local Lad

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Run by a local guide · The Local Lad Walking Tours

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Discover Edinburgh’s Old Town with a true local! Visit St Giles’ Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Grassmarket, and enjoy epic castle views on this fun, tip-based walking tour full of stories, legends, and history.

Duration
2 h
Destination
Edinburgh
Meeting Point
142 High Street Edinburgh
Provider
The Local Lad Walking Tours

Description

Explore Edinburgh with a true local lad.

With over 100+ 5-Star reviews, guests often call this experience the highlight of their trip, describing it as fun, engaging, and completely different from typical tours.

• This is not a scripted history lesson
It is Edinburgh brought to life through dark history, real stories, humour, and local insight you will not find in guidebooks.

• What you will experience
Walk the Royal Mile, visit St Giles' Cathedral, take in views of Edinburgh Castle, explore Victoria Street and Grassmarket, and finish in Greyfriars Kirkyard while uncovering hidden secrets, crime, legends, and how the New Town helped shape the modern world.

• Who it is for
Perfect for couples, groups, families, and solo travellers who want something authentic, entertaining, and memorable.

• Bonus
Every guest receives my exclusive QR guide packed with local recommendations, including food, drinks, hidden gems, and the best views.

• Important info
Free to book, tip-based.

Spots are limited, so book now to secure your place.

Includes

  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • Grassmarket Market
  • Greyfriars Kirkyard

Meeting Point

142 High Street Edinburgh

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Traveler reviews

118 reviews in total · Opinions from people who already lived the experience

Very recommended tour!

I took this tour with my family, and we had a fantastic time. Joe knows Edinburgh incredibly well and conveys his passion for both the city and Scotland throughout the tour. We learned so many interesting things, took great photos, and received excellent recommendations for restaurants and places to visit. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to discover Edinburgh from a local's perspective.

Martha Suarez · November 2026

Top Guide

Welcoming,funny, interesting

Theo Kafka · October 2026

Was fun and interesting

A fun tour with a nice guide, he made sure everyone can follow

Lena Bonfils · October 2026

Amazing kick off in Edinburgh

We got loads of information from Joe, he was fun and we enjoyed a lot!

Aitana Bal · October 2026

Great tour

Joe was a fun guide and we really enjoyed the tour, recommended.

Ivet Vinyet · October 2026

Great stories and even better storyteller!

We had an amazing time with Joe. Thanks a lot!

Lien Meyermans · October 2026

Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

Availability and Language

Free tour

★ 5.0 · 118 reviews

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