Tour guide in Edinburgh William R.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

English, Japanese

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Since Oct 21, 2016

5.0

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I'm William R., your private tour guide in Edinburgh

Guide #18686

5.0 (144)

When I show someone around Edinburgh, St Andrews or anywhere in Scotland I want them to feel like they are seeing it with a friend rather than a guide, as a result all my tours are fun and relaxed. There will be stories, a few laughs and as much history as interests you. Everyone wants different things so all my tours are tailored to suit your needs. As well as learning lots about Scotland past and present in an easy to understand manner, we may well end up going for tea, a whisky tasting and most importantly, getting to see spots other travelers don't get to see. Travel is something extremely important to me, it lured me away from a career in science in the UK and led me to working as a photographer for Lonely Planet, various guidebooks, magazines and newspapers. Being based in Tokyo for 11 years where I was lucky enough to travel extensively and see the world, but on visits back to Scotland with friends I found I loved nothing better than showing my own native land through the eyes of a local and this led me to moving back to Scotland and becoming a tour guide. Although I've loved all the jobs I have done previously, nothing gives me greater pleasure than what I do now as I'm lucky enough to have a job that allows me to wake up smiling every day as at the end of each day I've been lucky enough to introduce the best parts of my own country to people from all over the world. If you choose me, I'll do whatever I can to make sure you finish your day with an equally big smile and Scotland will always have a very fond place in your memories.

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144 reviews

  • John C.United States
    4 hours ago

    The trip to the Highlands with Will was outstanding. It was the highlight of our trip. His encyclopedic knowledge of the region and it's history is amazing. He curated wonderful stops at uncrowded places that were exactly what we were looking for. I highly recommend him.

    Replied from the guide, William R.

    August 2026

    Dear John, It was my pleasure to meet you all and share some of Scotland with you. I am glad to hear your tour with me was the highlight of your trip, I love Scotland and I love to share it with people. Kind regards Will

  • Maggie D.United States
    June 2026

    Replied from the guide, William R.

    June 2026

    Many thanks for the 5 stars, I am glad you enjoyed the tour so much.

  • Linda S.United States
    June 2026

    Great tour! Lots of interesting stories about Edinburgh.

    Replied from the guide, William R.

    June 2026

    Thank you Linda, it was great to meet you all and I am glad you enjoyed the tour so much. Kind regards, Will

  • Hazel G.United States
    June 2026

    Will is an interesting and knowledgeable guide. You will learn much about history, culture, and social dynamics.

    Replied from the guide, William R.

    June 2026

    Dear Hazel, Many thanks for the kimd review. It was a real pleasure to meet you and I am glas you enjoyed all the stories and history that brings our great city to life. Kind regards, Will