Edinburgh Walking Tours
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: robcarrtours@gmail.com or fill out a super quick contact form.
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Tripadvisor Reviews
EXCELLENTBased on 185 reviews VerifiedPosted on Abby MTrip of a lifetime I found Rob on instagram after several tour companies said they couldn't help me with a custom tour route. It was the busy season when I first contacted Rob and he enthusiastically got back to me saying he would be able to take us wherever! We booked him for 5 days with 4 people total. He was able to pick us up from the airport and we were off for our first day. He put together a great itinerary that was a mix of the incredibly long list I sent him and some places I had never heard of. He was very thoughtful in his planning and letting us know what was a tourist trap and what was worth spending money and time on so that we could really maximize our trip. He truly drove us all over Scotland and was always in a good mood! We often started very early and ended very late getting nearly 20k steps each day and he never complained about anything! He showed us some incredible locations and even at the tourist traps he was able to take us away from the crowds to an even better photo op! I cannot express enough about how incredible Rob made our trip. Every time we saw one of the big tour busses I was SO grateful we found Rob and went with him instead, I cannot imagine ever going on a large tour bus again after the experience Rob gave us. We had so many inside jokes and incredible pictures and memories by the end of our tour with Rob and we were so sad to have to finish our trip without him!! His knowledge of not only the land, roads (often times backroads due to accidents and sheep blockades), land marks, and history was incredible. He is a fantastic story teller and a fantastic driver!! We always felt safe and he made sure we had what we needed for each day and itinerary! I am a very type A, planner, need to know every detail or I have a very stressful time but Rob made this trip seamless and we planned a great itinerary together. Even when we needed to change a few things once in Scotland it still seemed like everything was planned to begin with! Rob, thank you so much for the incredible and unforgettable experience!! I cannot wait to come back!VerifiedPosted on Madison HKieran the tour guide and Harry Potter!! Perfect!! Kieran was an excellent tour guide. He was full of information and a lot of fun too. I highly recommend this tour. Don’t bother walking around, trying to discover things on your own. It’s so much better to do this tour.VerifiedPosted on Genene MOnce in a lifetime This was the best time of my life. Rob was amazing. My daughter found him on Instagram and it's the best find ever. He took us to so many fun places. We did so many fun things. We were able to see and do way more than those big bus tours. Rob knows his way around Scotland like no other.I can't recommend Rob enough. If you're lucky enough to get him to be your tour guide, you're lucky enough ❤️VerifiedPosted on Paula PA+ tour guide We had a great time with Rob as our guide. Highly recommended- we'd hire him again if we had the chance. Funny, informative, and quite the punster- lots of laughter.VerifiedPosted on Jeffrey GIf you want to see the Scottish Highlands and have a great time, choose Rob Carr Experiences We did a three-day tour of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye. Words can't describe how amazing it was! Rob was the best host/guide anyone could ever ask for. He was knowledgeable and kept the conversation flowing with stories and anecdotes. The planning process was easy and Rob was very accommodating and also offered great suggestions. We had a pretty packed itinerary and Rob still found time to take spontaneous detours and show us some amazing sights (dinosaur footprints). If you want to see the Scottish Highlands and have an enjoyable time, book with Rob.Rob started the trip as our guide, and ended our trip as a friend.VerifiedPosted on Melissa MHarry Potter and Highland Tour I recently did a Harry Potter, Highland and Isle of Skye tour with Rob and had a great time! We covered a lot of ground from Harry Potter filming sights, to checking out castles and several hikes. Rob is very knowledgeable in the history of Scotland and in Harry Potter. I liked how friendly, enthusiastic and funny he is. His dad jokes were great! His tour was also very engaging and inclusive. My friend and I stayed a couple of extra days in Edinburgh after the tour ended, Rob gave great recommendations on what to do and where to go eat on those last days. You can tell Rob is very passionate about what he does. I am really glad my coworker recommended Rob to me. Overall I would recommend Rob to anyone planning a trip to Scotland.VerifiedPosted on Catherine BSuper Fun Time, Beautiful Views, & Yummy Food! I've joined my first tour group ever in the Isle of Skye with Rob as my tour guide & he had made it such a fun & memorable travel experience for me!He drove us to destinations like hikes with beautiful views like The Quiraing to bakeries & restaurants with some of the yummiest food l've ever eaten & he had told us so many educationalfun facts that made me appreciate & loveScotland even more!Overall, I highly recommend Rob as a tour guide because of how knowledgeable he was about the Scotland destinations & most importantly, he made sure we were all having an enjoyable & safe time all throughout the tour!VerifiedPosted on LilkalooHighly recommend! Rob was an amazing tour guide! Not only was he enthusiastic and knowledgeable about all things Harry Potter, but he also included history about the city of Edinburgh that added to the experience. He was prompt and kept to the scheduled times. I highly recommend this tour, especially if like me, you enjoy a good ‘dad joke.’VerifiedPosted on Voyager39229069857My favorite day of the trip I am so glad we booked our tour with Rob! We did a one day trip to the highlands and it was my favorite day of the whole trip. He took us to so many places I had never even heard of when doing research for our trip, and I loved that we were able to be the only group everywhere he took us. I was impressed with how much history he knew off the top of his head. Rob was so cool and the whole day truly just felt like hanging out with a friend. I will always recommend Rob to anyone traveling to Scotland!VerifiedPosted on Grainne BGreat time! We had such a lovely time on this tour with Rob! He has lots of fun facts about Harry Potter along with knowledge of the city too. You can tell Rob really loves doing tours and makes sure everyone is having a great time
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
Harry Potter Walking Tour
Victoria Street, Edinburgh's most photographed street
Royal Mile
Harry Potter and Horrible Histories
Deep Fried Mars Bar & Irn Bru
Best way to finish the tour!
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.