Guide #58099
I've been a tour guide and driver now for 15 years, and every time I take guests to the Highlands, or castle spotting, or whisky sampling, I'm reminded that I really do have the best job in the world, in the best place in the world to visit. And I'd like to share that with you. I graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2008 with a degree in history. While a student there, I worked as a walking tour guide of Edinburgh, and also co-founded the university's first ever comedy writing and performing society, known today as the Edinburgh Revue. These experiences helped me hone the art of storytelling in an entertaining and interesting way. If you tour with me, you'll certainly learn plenty about Scottish history (and a fair amount about geography, nature, whisky, architecture or almost anything else that interests you) but most importantly, you'll hopefully be entertained. You don't have to remember a single piece of information I give you on my tours, as long as you enjoy the stories along the way. Also, as I have 15 years experience of guiding around Scotland, please don't feel limited to the tours listed here. I can take you almost anywhere you want to go in Scotland and northern England, as long as we begin and end in Edinburgh. Feel free to drop me an email and ask about a personalised tour for you. So sit back in my luxury Mercedes minivan, relax, and let me show you some of what this amazing country has to offer. - Member of SITOA (Scottish Independent Tour Operators Association) - MA (Hons) in History from the University of Edinburgh - PGDE(S) in History from the University of Strathclyde (high school teaching diploma) - 15 years of professional guiding and driving around Scotland Maximum 6 passengers for 1 day tours, 4 for multiday tours As a member of SITOA, I can accompany you into most castles, but I can't actively guide inside any room where the castle has its own guides or actors.
Edinburgh
Glasgow

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53 reviews
We absolutely loved our day with Barney. He brought Scottish history and culture to life with funny, animated stories that made us laugh and learn at the same time. He’s a fantastic storyteller and a careful, confident driver. A truly memorable experience.
Barney was an excellent guide. Tremendous storyteller. My wife and I really enjoyed our day in the Highlands. Would recommend Barney to everyone.
Barney N is a wonderful, knowledgeable and articulate guide. We had a great full day with him seeing works by the brilliant Macintosh and his wife. He’s funny too. This was our first trip to Glasgow, we’ll be back. Ps. Thank you Barney for the super restaurant recommendation! Ken and Amy
We enjoyed 2 days with Barney. He shared loads of entertaining stories - mostly about Scottish history. We are happy to recommend him.