Edinburgh audio tour

Self-guided Edinburgh audio tour in English

Discover Edinburgh with a flexible walking route that brings together Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and Royal Mile in one self-guided experience.
Duration
Around 3 hours
Walking distance
About 4.6 km
Guide language
English
Format
Self-guided city walk

See Edinburgh at your own pace

Use this guide to get a quick feel for the Edinburgh route before opening the full tour. It brings together the main stops, practical details and a direct path into the experience.

Why this guide is useful

Use this guide to understand the route through Edinburgh, see what it includes and decide if it fits the kind of walk you want.

What the route includes

This route brings together Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and Royal Mile. This version is in English, and the tour is also available in 9 other languages.

Who it suits best

It suits first-time visitors, couples on a city break, independent travelers and anyone who prefers exploring without a fixed group schedule.

How to start

Read the guide, open the full Edinburgh tour, check the route details and start whenever you are ready.

Featured stops on this route

The route covers a mix of landmarks and neighborhoods, including Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and Royal Mile.

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Grassmarket

Grassmarket is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Greyfriars Kirkyard

Greyfriars Kirkyard is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Royal Mile

Royal Mile is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

St Giles Cathedral

St Giles Cathedral is one of the stops that gives this route its character.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can follow the route on your own schedule without joining a group or booking a live guide.

The current route is planned for around 3 hours and about 4.6 km of walking, depending on how often you stop.

The route covers highlights such as Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Kirkyard and Royal Mile.

Use the guide to understand the route, then open the full tour and start when you are ready.

Ready to explore Edinburgh?

Open the full Edinburgh tour to view the route, see the current stops and start when it suits you.

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