Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.

Embark on the Edinburgh Highlights Audio Tour: Iconic Landmarks and Royal Legends

Beneath the polished cobblestones of Edinburgh lie centuries of blood, fire, and secrets that refuse to stay buried. You are walking over the ghosts of political battles and the hushed whispers of forgotten scandals.

This self-guided audio tour acts as your personal key to the city. Unlock hidden narratives and discover the jagged edges of history that most travelers walk past without a second glance.

Why does the loyal dog in Greyfriars still wait for a master long dead? Which ancient prisoner escaped the castle by hiding inside a dung cart? What dark ritual remains etched into the foundations of the Grassmarket gallows?

Tread the path where tragedy meets triumph. Feel the pulse of the city as you navigate winding closes and soaring ramparts. Leave as a witness to the true, unvarnished soul of Scotland.

Start your journey now and confront the shadows waiting for you at Edinburgh Castle.

🗺️ Tour Details

Duration: 2 hours 46 minutes

Distance: Around 7.8 km (4.8 miles)

Audio Content: up to 43min

Meeting Point: Start at Edinburgh Castle, only a 6 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station

Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Scottish Parliament, Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh Castle

Experience the charm of Edinburgh like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Edinburgh's history to life

Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly

Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots

Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.

This tour does not grant you access into any building or site on the tour.

Locations on the tour are not affiliated with AudaTours.

You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).

You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).

The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.

Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 20 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Edinburgh on your terms.

It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

✅ True Stories, Real Places

Explore with confidence. Every AudaTours experience is built from verified historical and geographical sources and reviewed for accuracy before release. Our fact-checking process ensures each story is authentic, insightful, and reliable—so you can discover the world with total peace of mind.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AudaTours?

AudaTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AudaTours, you'll experience:

Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights

Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage

Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route

Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace

Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

🏰 Edinburgh Castle (4min)

🏪 Grassmarket (2min)

📍 Greyfriars Kirk (3min)

🏛️ National Museum of Scotland (2min)

🏰 Parliament House, Edinburgh (4min)

⛪ St Giles' Cathedral (2min)

🏛️ Writers' Museum (3min)

🖼️ Scottish National Gallery (4min)

🌺 Princes Street Gardens (4min)

🗿 Scott Monument (4min)

🏔️ Calton Hill (3min)

🚪 Canongate Kirkyard (3min)

🏛️ Scottish Parliament (2min)

🌳 Holyrood Park (2min)

🏰 Holyrood Palace (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Enric (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Enric), Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:City_of_Edinburgh_-_Edinburgh_Castle_-_20140421004403.jpg), CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org

Description supplied by the event organiser.