Tour guide in Edinburgh Gains M.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

English

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I'm Gains M., your private tour guide in Edinburgh

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Ever since I was a small boy, growing up in south-west Scotland, I have been fascinated by my country's history, landscape and culture. It has been a constant pleasure for me to show off the most beautiful city of the United Kingdom to new arrivals and reveal just some of its charms, secrets and unbelievable stories. Car and bus tours are all very well for getting a sense of Edinburgh but it's only through walking that travelers can really feel like they've fully experienced this truly unique city. I'm a keen traveler (I've spent a lot of time in the United States, Canada and continental Europe especially), therefore I understand the desire to make sure you make the most of your time while in a new place. My academic background has given me extensive knowledge of Scotland's history and culture but my guiding experience has also included Outlander themed tours as well as ghost tours which explore the darker side of Scotland's capital. I live in the city centre of Edinburgh and can meet you at centrally located hotels or at a convenient landmark. In 2015 I completed work on my PhD in Scottish history, I also hold an Undergraduate and Masters degree from the University of Aberdeen. I have built upon my extensive historical and cultural knowledge by using my research skills to find out about less known stories and events to incorporate them into my tour. Since January 2016 my primary job has been working as a tour guide in Edinburgh and have acquired a great deal of experience leading all sorts of tours.

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  • Chad E.United States
    3 days ago

    Gains was a great guide and extremely knowledgeable! He gave a comprehensive overview tour of Edinburgh as well as giving us great recommendations for places to explore on our own. I highly recommend him if you are looking for a great tour of Edinburgh!

  • Nancy O.United States
    2 weeks ago

    Gains was an outstanding guide in Edinburgh for our 1/2 day tour and our group of 4 adults highly recommends him. He communicated in advance and offered suggestions as we planned our short stay in the city, both of which were helpful. Gains' knowledge of Scottish history is deep and extends to world history which made for fascinating commentary. My husband is a huge...

  • Shawn S.United States
    2 weeks ago
  • Philip J.United States
    September 2026
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