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Our Edinburgh Walking Tours

Kick off your Scotland vacation with an immersive experience through our Edinburgh walking tours. Explore the city’s hidden gems and captivating tales with our knowledgeable guides through our city walks, ensuring each tour is fun, interactive, and educational. Whether you’re a devoted Potter head eager to explore the Edinburgh Potter Trail, a history buff fascinated by dark past times, or a foodie ready for Scotland’s traditional cuisine like haggis and whisky, our small group and private tours cater to diverse interests, ensuring a lively and social adventure. Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion!

To book your spot on a group or private Edinburgh walking tour, simply click the red ‘BOOK NOW’ button. For more information, explore the details below. For everyone interest in our Edinburgh Food Tour please contact me directly via my email: [email protected] or fill out a super quick contact form.

From £13/Person or £120/Group

Edinburgh Harry Potter & History Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in Edinburgh's architecture and history which inspired J K Rowling in the creation of Harry Potter whilst absorbing Edinburgh's dark past. Click here to book this magical Edinburgh walking tour.

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From £18/Person or £150/Group

Edinburgh Harry Potter, History & Sunset Walking Tour

An unforgettable walking tour merging Edinburgh's dark history with the life of J K Rowling and how the city inspired her in the creation of Harry Potter, before climbing Arthur's Seat for sunset.

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From £65/Person minimum 2 people

Edinburgh Bites and Sights Food Tour

Join us on a unique 3 hour Edinburgh experience bringing to life the history of the Old town and its citizens as well as feasting your taste buds on Scotland's tradition cuisine like Haggis, Cranachan and Cullen Skink as well as incredible street food.

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Tripadvisor Reviews

    
 
 
        
   Donald M 
 2024-09-28
 
 
  Do it!
Fantastic tour, ridiculous value for money. Rob was a perfect host, knowledgeable and interesting, with some great dad jokes which we all loved. If you’re a Potterhead it’s a must, and a great way to see our capital too
  
 
       
   Laura S 
 2024-09-19
 
 
  Highlands and Isle of Skye 4 day tour
My mum and I did the 4 day tour of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye. It was incredible. From the moment we left, Rob entertained us with history, stories and dad jokes. We got to see castles, ruins and so much nature. Highlights were the Creag An Tuirc walk, Hagrid's hut, Dumbledore's grave, the steam train, Isle of Rum and the Quirang. I mentioned that I love birds and he made sure to point out any birds of prey especially that we saw. He was happy to adjust the tour based on our wants and needs. I have celiac disease and he worked hard to make sure we were eating in restaurants that served my needs. I am also a coffee person and he found great coffee shops for us to enjoy each day! On the day we did the boat trip we had to adjust our trip and visited the Isle of Rum instead of the Isle of Canna. It was so lovely and such an interesting trip to learn about the culture on that island. In the Isle of Skye we stayed in these beautiful pods on a large piece of land. Though Rob called it "glamping" it was much nicer in my opinion. The amount he was able to squeeze into 4 days is truly astounding. This was a once in a lifetime trip and I highly recommend using Rob for your tour. He is compassionate, attentive and a great listener as well as being quick to laugh. We truly had the best time and can't wait to return and hopefully go with him to see the puffins!!
  
 
       
   swifties01 
 2024-09-18
 
 
  A great mix of old, new, and imaginary
We had a great tour on a lovely, sunny day. The walk covered some very interesting spots in Edinburgh, and we learned a bunch about Edinburgh's current culture, in addition to some fascinating tidbits about the inspiration for some of the Harry Potter characters and settings. I can happily recommend this tour!
  
 
       
   Frances O 
 2024-09-11
 
 
  Wonderful 4 day Isle of Skye tour with Rob Carr tours
What a wonderful trip, the scenery was breathtaking, the itinerary was well thought out and varied. The Jacobite ( Harry Potter) train ride is a must. I loved our cosy glamping pods. Nothing was too much trouble, Rob was professional and great fun, be prepared for terrible jokes. I would highly recommend Rob’s tours whether it’s a walking tour or a longer tour of the highlands. Loved it. Thank you Rob.
  
 
       
   AmyMMc 
 2024-09-10
 
 
  Wonderful tour!
My daughter and I had such a fun time on this tour. Rob was knowledgeable and quite funny. He had a lot of dad jokes to share along the way. Not only was it a Harry Potter tour, but we learned more about the city as well. I highly recommend this tour with Rob!
  
 
       
   Mara 
 2024-09-06
 
 
  Definitely recommend it
Such a fun and kind guy, easy to speak with. He knows a lot and loves to share it with you. Definitely recommend it! I really enjoyed it will be back to book another tour with Robert!
  
 
       
   Jim P 
 2024-09-05
 
 
  Great entertaining tour informative and fun
Met Rob with my family and another couple, was great to be in a small intimate group. Rob was outstanding at his job, the tour was fun and informative. Robs personal knowledge of the area and of Harry Potter combined with his ability to entertain my teenage kids and us adults was terrific. I would definitely advise those looking for a great tour to book Rob. Thank you for your time, my kids loved it.
  
 
       
   Sian S 
 2024-09-05
 
 
  Really fun relaxed tour
We had a really fun 2 hours on our tour with Rob seeing some amazing Harry Potter sights and learning some history about Edinburgh. Rob is a great guy and made everyone in the group feel at ease so lots of laughs were had and his knowledge was really vast. Really enjoyed our time and will definitely be booking more tours with Rob next time we're back in Scotland .
  
 
       
   Marta Ł 
 2024-09-05
 
 
  10/10 - I truly recommend tour with Rob!
We were on a tour with my non-Potterhead boyfriend and despite of his fear that he will not derive as much fun from this tour as me, he claimed after, that he had much fun too. Rob is such a nice and funny person with a huge knowledge about not only HP and Edinbrugh/Scotland history but also cuisine. He has great advices on where you can taste unusual Scottish delights - such as donut inspired by traditional dessert. Rob's tour is very interactive, he not only lectures - he ask questions about our guesses about histories, he joke a lot and I see that he personalizes a bit the tour based on real-time feedback or tourist's reactions. I highly recommend.
  
 
       
   Moose717 
 2024-08-28
 
 
  Good mix of history and Harry
Rob was a great guide. Knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh as well as Harry Potter. Adjusted focus of the tour stories based on our interests. Made museum and food recommendations as we walked. Nice tour - great guide.

Why visit Edinburgh?

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland is the jewel of the country, boasting a distinct charm which blends its unique history, culture and natural beauty. What sets exploring the city apart is its exceptional walkability, allowing you to effortlessly navigate through its captivating cobbled streets and cool attractions. Making it the perfect destination for immersive experiences like Edinburgh walking tours and city walks.

Step back in time and visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle in the heart of the Old Town. Roam the Royal Mile and immerse yourself in the magical ambiance that fueled J.K. Rowling’s imagination through a Harry Potter walking tour. Wander through the historical streets, enjoy the cozy pubs and visit vibrant Edinburgh breweries or distilleries which reflect Edinburgh’s brewing heritage. For a panoramic perspective, hike up Arthur’s Seat, and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the city. Edinburgh, with its blend of rich and more often than not dark history, spirited atmosphere and stunning architecture promises an unforgettable journey through time. Picture yourself walking in the footsteps of Charles Dickens or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, finding inspiration just as they did. Whether a history buff, Harry Potter enthusiast, or one appreciating a culturally rich city, Edinburgh caters for everyone.

To truly embrace the magical streets, castle viewpoints and dark history we recommend spending up to 4 days in the city and make an Edinburgh walking tour part of your journey. Dive into the Edinburgh Potter Trail, a specialised history and Harry Potter tour of Edinburgh or an old town tour exploring Edinburgh’s history whilst tasting the best of Scotland’s traditional cuisine contact us for a bespoke Edinburgh walking tour to enhance your experience further.

Edinburgh Walking Tour Photos

Arthur's Seat Tour

The team climbing up for sunset

Night Walking Tour

Vennel Castle viewpoint

Arthur's Seat Sunset

Loving the views over Edinburgh

Victoria Street

Harry Potter Walking Tour

Royal Mile

Harry Potter and Horrible Histories

Deep Fried Mars Bar & Irn Bru

Best way to finish the tour!

Rob Carr tours

Why Choose Us

Rated 5 Stars on AirBnB Experiences

Through AirBnB we have provided three, 5 star Edinburgh walking tour experiences to over 1,000 guests. The tours are packed full of passion, interaction and incredible stories.

Bespoke Tour Experiences

Explore the beautiful sights of Scotland on our fun and affordable private tours which are tailored to suit you.

Award Winning Virtual Tour Host

We provide amazing virtual walking tour experiences right to your home. Through the Neuwly streaming platform who awarded us with the prestigious Golden Buffalo award.

Here To Provide Value

As passionate travelers we know what it is like when planning a vacation. It can take hours to put together an itinerary full of desired locations, the best bars, hidden gems and accomodation. We are here to help put that together for you.