Private tour in Edinburgh Gwen K

Historic and Hidden Leith, Edinburgh's port and once a separate town

Tour #1219672

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 10 people

4 hours

walking

Party size:

1

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Overview of your Edinburgh tour:

This unique walking tour doon 'Las Ramblas' transports you from Edinburgh to what was once the neighbouring burgh of Leith. Unveil the historic past and the rapidly changing present amidst historic buildings, places associated with 'Trainspotting', trendy cafes, restaurants and bars and a burgeoning creative scene. A delicious afternoon tea is the ultimate treat included in your tour! You will visit all the main areas of Leith including: The bottom of Leith Walk Leith Links South Leith North Leith The port area The Shore You will •discover the strong multicultural flavour and community spirit of the past which still exists today •find out why Leith is called the home of golf •learn about the significance of street names and the importance of the guilds. •uncover the scale of commerce that once existed and the drinks and foods that started life in Leith. •see how so many historic places are now used for other purposes.

Your Edinburgh tour itinerary

Sights will include some or all of the following, depending on walking pace and interests of the group: The John Rattray statue Leith Victoria Boxing Club Freemasons' Lodge Trafalgar Hall Trinity House South Leith Parish Church The Vaults The People's History of Leith mural Leith Library and Leith Theatre The Norwegian Church Coburg House Victoria Quay and New St Andrews House Custom House Rennie's Lock Monument to members of the merchant navy King's Landing Lamb's House This tour can be customised.

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

Walking tour

What's included
  • Other: A traditional afternoon tea (alcohol not included)
  • Private Guide
  • Tickets: Entry to Trinity House, if open
  • Perks: 10% discount at Argonaut Books
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Glass of prosecco or champagne or a cocktail with afternoon tea
Meeting location

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

ByGuide: Argonaut Books, 15 - 17 Leith Walk. 10% discount at Argonaut Books for those on the tour.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

Art And Culture

History

City Highlights

Languages
Fluent

English

Activity level
Light

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

4 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

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Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

4 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

Select tour date
Select tour start time
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