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Edinburgh Expert Walking Tours Discover highlights and hidden gems of this world-class
historic city with a private walking tour from local Edinburgh tour guide Gareth Davies. Whether
you are visiting with family or friends, or on a solo trip to Edinburgh, Gareth offers customised
tours to suits your needs and interests, with every one 100% just for you. Explore the medieval
city with an Old Town and Royal Mile walking tour, discover the style and architecture of the
Georgian era with a New Town walking tour, or walk in the footsteps of iconic figures from Scottish
history, like Mary Queen of Scots, Adam Smith and David Hume. All tours focus on fact-based
explorations of this UNESCO World Heritage site, bringing Edinburgh's history to life in a fun,
informative and entertaining way. You'll find there are many more things to see in Edinburgh than a
guidebook could ever show you. Book online where you can choose between a 2, 3, 4 hour or full day
private tour. You can also Tel: Gareth on +44 (0) 131 235 2351.
E-mail:
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- Abercorn Parish Church Historic church near Hopetoun House. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Aberlady Bay Nature reserve and coastal area. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Almond Castle Ruins of a castle west of Linlithgow. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Almond Valley Heritage Centre Rural and heritage museum in Livingston. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Arniston House Fine Palladian mansion and home of the Dundas family. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Athelstaneford Parish Kirk Home of the Saltire Flag Centre. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Auld Reekie Tours Learn about the historical dark side of Edinburgh. Tours depart the Tron Kirk. See website for details.
- Beecraigs Country Park Country Park high in the Bathgate Hills near Linlithgow. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Belhaven Brewery Company Ltd. Brewery tours all year by appointment. Spott Road, Dunbar, EH42 1RS.
- Bennie Museum Local museum housed in two joined cottages. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Blawhorn Moss NNR Peatland was once common in central Scotland, but there's not much left today. Blawhorn Moss is one of the few in this area that's still relatively undamaged. Four miles east of Armadale.
- Cairnpapple Hill Historic Environment Scotland prehistoric site. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Caiy Stane Neolithic standing stone. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Calton Hill One of Edinburgh's many hills. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Canongate Kirk Church on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Castlelaw Hill Fort An Iron Age hill fort with a souterrain built in one of the ditches. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Chesters Hill Fort Remains of a Roman Fort. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Chocolatarium Taking you to chocolate heaven with their micro factory tour in the heart of Edinburgh. 3-5 Cranston Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BE.
- City of Edinburgh Council Museums & Galleries A number of museums and galleries across Edinburgh.
- Conifox Adventure Park and Restaurant Kirkliston, Edinburgh, EH29 9ER. An adventure park and bistro located just 6 miles from Edinburgh's City Centre.
- Corstorphine Dovecot A large circular ‘beehive’ dovecot in a good state of preservation with nesting boxes complete. In Dovecot Road off Saughton Road N leading to and from Corstorphine High Street, Edinburgh.
- Craigmillar Castle Well preserved castle on south side of Edinburgh: Historic Environment Scotland. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Cramond Heritage Trust Cramond’s Story exhibition, Cramond.
- Cramond Island Tidal island in the Firth of Forth. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Cramond Kirk Nice church iwth a long history. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Cramond Roman Fort Traces of a roman fort. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Crichton Castle Spectacular ruined castle in a lonely location. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Crichton Church Collegiate church still in use. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Dalmeny House Dalmeny House and estate. South Queensferry, EH30 9TQ.
- Dirleton Castle & Gardens Substantial remains of an impressive castle. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Dirleton Parish Church Attractive church in Dirleton. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Doon Hill Dark Age Settlement The site marked out in the grass, of a wooden hall of a 6th-century British chief, and of an Anglian chief’s hall. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Dunbar Castle Fragmentary and unapproachable remains of a once powerful castle. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Dunglass Church Remains of a collegiate church near Cockburnspath. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Eagle Rock, Cramond A much-defaced carving on natural rock said to represent an eagle. On the shore of the Forth about 0.25m West of Cramond off the A90.
- Edinburgh's Camera Obscura and World of Illusions Fascinating attraction on the Royal Mile. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Edinburgh Canal Centre Offering a variety of different cruises. The Bridge Inn, 27 Baird Road, Ratho, EH28 8RA.
- Edinburgh Castle Iconic landmark in the centre of Edinburgh: Historic Environment Scotland. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh Dungeon Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the Scotland's history.
- Edinburgh & Dunbar Tour Driving tour taking in Edinburgh and Dunbar. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh Festival The festival takes place each August. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh Foodies Festival In Holyrood Park. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour Professional actors offer a witty dramatic romp through the wynds, courtyards and pubs of Edinburgh's Old and New Town.
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo The military part of the Edinburgh Festival. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh of Rankin & Rebus The Edinburgh of author Ian Rankin's creation Detective Inspector Rebus. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Edinburgh University, Collection Of Historic Musical Instruments Wind, Bowed String and Percussion Instruments from all periods and places. Reid Concert Hall, Bristo Square, Edinburgh EH8 9AG.
- Edinburgh University, St Cecilia's Hall Museum of Instruments Early Keyboard and the Plucked String Instruments. St Cecilia's Hall, Niddry Street, Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1LJ.
- Edinburgh University, Talbot Rice Gallery One of Scotland’s leading public galleries of contemporary visual art. Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL.
- Edinburgh Zoo Large zoo on the west side of the city. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Flag Heritage Centre The story of the Saltire in Athelstaneford in East Lothian. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Forth Rail Bridge A masterpiece of heavy engineering. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Forth Road Bridge Built in the 1950s. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Fringe The most popular of Edinburgh's August festivals. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Five Sisters Zoo Home to many birds, animals, reptiles and insects. Open seven days. Gavieside, West Calder, EH55 8PT.
- Fruitmarket Gallery Excellent art gallery close to Waverley Sation. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Georgian House Elegant late 18th century Georgian Town House, typical of Edinburgh’s New Town, with a fine collection of furniture, porcelain, silver and pictures. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Gilmerton Cove Discover the mysterious underground passageways and chambers of Old Gilmerton Cove. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Gladstone's Land Restored tenement house on the Royal Mile: NTS. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Glenkinchie Distllery Distillery south of Pencaitland. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Hailes Castle Castle on the banks of the River Tyne. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Harburn Golf Club A parkland course in West Lothian, on the northern slopes of the Pentlands. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Holyrood Abbey and Abbey Strand The ruined nave of the 12th and 13th century abbey church, built for Augustinian canons. At the foot of the Canongate, Edinburgh, in the grounds of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
- Holyrood Park Remarkable area of mountainous wilderness within Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Hopetoun House Magnificent stately home overlooking the River Forth. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- House Of The Binns A living monument to one of Scotland’s oldest families, the Dalyells, who have lived here since 1612. Linlithgow EH49 7NA.
- Huly Hill Cairn Cairn and stone circle near Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Humbie Kirk Nice church wth some interesting old gravestones. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Inveresk Lodge Garden Garden on a sloping site in Musselburgh: NTS. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- International Book Festival The literary arm of Edinburgh's August festivals. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Invisible Cities Edinburgh Walking Tours Offering friendly walking tours of Edinburgh that showcase the city's historical landmarks and explore the social projects that make the city what it is.
- Kirk of Calder Beautiful church in Mid Calder. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Lennoxlove House Seat of the Dukes of Hamilton. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Linlithgow Canal Centre Canal basin, museum and boat trips. Canal Basin, Manse Road, Linlithgow EH49 6AJ. STB 3 Star Attraction.
- Linlithgow Palace Historic Environment Scotland royal palace in Linlithgow. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Lin's Mill Aqueduct Spectacular aqueduct on the Union Canal. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Livingston Incident Believed by many to be the site of a UFO encounter near Livingston in 1979. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Malleny Garden Walled garden in Balerno, west of the city. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Mavisbank Ruined stately home south of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Mercat Tours Engages, enthralls and entertains. Mercat House, 28 Blair Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR. STB 4 Star Tour.
- Military Museum Scotland A military museum between Edinburgh and Livingston. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Muiravonside Graveyard Fascinating collection of old gravestones. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Museum of Childhood The story of children and childhood. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Museum of Edinburgh The story of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Museum of Flight Scotland's national air museum, complete with Concorde. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Myreton Motor Museum A fascinating step back in time in East Lothian. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- National Galleries of Scotland Five galleries across Edinburgh with some of the world's best art.
- National Mining Museum Museum to one of Scotland's most important industries in a preserved colliery. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- National Museum of Scotland Magnificent museum in the centre of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- National War Museum Housed in part of Edinburgh Castle. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The National Library of Scotland An information treasure trove of Scotland's knowledge, history and culture, with millions of books, manuscripts and maps covering every subject.
- Newhailes An amazing survival of early 18th century decorative art and collections, set within a late 17th century mansion. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- North Berwick Parish Kirk Ruined church close to the town centre. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Old Bathgate Parish Church Remains of Bathgate's Old Parish Church. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Old St Paul's Church A well hidden church near Waverley Station. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Our Dynamic Earth A fantastic journey of discovery from the beginning of time to the unknown future of our planet. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Palace of Holyroodhouse Her Majesty The Queen's official residence in Scotland. Open all year. Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh.
- The People's Story Museum The story of the human side of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot Water mill and nearby doocot. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Prestoungrange Gothenburg Recently restored 1908 arts and crafts building which is now home to a Bistro, Bars and Fowler’s Ales microbrewery which is open for tours. 227-229 High Street, Prestonpans, EH32 9BE.
- Prestongrange Museum Mining and industrial museum east of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Preston Market Cross The only surviving example of a market cross of its type on its original site. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Battle of Prestonpans The battle that opened the way for the Jacobites to march into England in 1745. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Preston Tower Unusual tower house on the edge of Prestonpans. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Princes Street Gardens Iconic gardens in the heart of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Real Mary King’s Close Hidden beneath the Royal Mile lies Edinburgh’s deepest secret: a warren of hidden closesd. 2 Warriston’s Close, Writers Court, Edinburgh, EH1 1PG. STB 5 Star Attraction.
- Rosslyn Castle Fascinating ruin close to the better-known Rosslyn Chapel. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Rosslyn Chapel Beautiful chapel made more famous by "The Da Vinci Code". (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Royal Botanic Garden Beautiful green area between Edinburgh and Leith. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Royal Highland Show Agricultural show held in late June near Edinburgh Airport. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Royal Observatory Visitor Centre Blackford Hill, Edinburgh. STB 3 Star Visitor Attraction.
- Royal Scots Regimental Museum The story of the Royal Scots Regiment. The Castle, Edinburgh, EH1 2YT.
- Royal Scottish Academy The home of contemporary art in Scotland. The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL.
- Royal Yacht Britannia Moored at Leith. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Saltcoats Castle Ruined castle south of Gullane. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Scotch Whisky Centre Set at the top of the Royal Mile. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Scotland's National Air Show Scotland's leading airshow. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Scottish Korean War Memorial Poignant memorial in the Bathgate Hills. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Scottish Parliament Controversial but magnificent home of Scotland's devolved parliament. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Scottish Seabird Centre An award winning wildlife visitor centre. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Seacliff Difficult to find but magnificent coastal scenery. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Secret Garden Distillery Gin distillery based in Edinburgh offering hand-grown botanical gin and tours and tastings of their Secret Herb Garden. 32a Old Pentland Road, Edinburgh, EH10 7EA.
- Seton Collegiate Church Beautiful collegiate church east of Edinburgh. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Shotts Highland Games 1st Saturday in June Hannah Park, Shotts.
- South Leith Parish Church Church in the heart of Leith. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Spott Parish Church On the northern edge of the Lammermuir Hills. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Andrew's Kirk, Gullane Ruined church at west end of village. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Anthony's Chapel Ruined chapel in Holyrood Park. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Baldred's, North Berwick Scottish Episcopal Church in North Berwick. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Cuthbert's Church Imposing church on one of Edinburgh's busiest corners. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Giles' Cathedral Historic cathedral in the Royal Mile. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St John's Church Imposing church on one of Edinburgh's busiest corners. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Martin’s Kirk, Haddington The ruined nave of a once splendid Romanesque church, altered in the 13th century. On the eastern outskirts of Haddington off the A1. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Mary's, Haddington Imposing church on Haddington. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Mary's, Whitekirk A church once burned down in protest by suffragettes. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh's Episcopal Cathedral. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Michael's Church Historic church close to the Palace in Linlithgow. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Patrick's Chapel Ruined chapel on the shore near Gullane. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- St Triduana’s Chapel, Restalrig Collegiate Church The lower part of a chapel built by James III, housing the shrine of St Triduana, a Pictish saint. The hexagonal vaulted chamber is unique. Off Restalrig Road South, on the east side of Edinburgh.
- The Stones of Livingston Faux ancient stone circle in Livingston. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Surgeons' Hall Museums Scotland's largest medical museum houses one of the most significant surgical collections in the world. Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9DW. STB 4 Star Attraction.
- Tantallon Castle Magnificent clifftop castle. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Torphichen Preceptory Medieval base of the Knights Hospitaller in Scotland. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Trinity House Maritime Museum An outstanding collection of maritime memorabilia inside an elegant Georgian house. 99 Kirkgate, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6BJ.
- The Union Canal Canal from Edinburgh to Falkirk. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- West Lothian Highland Games Takes place on the last Saturday in May in Meadow Park, Bathgate. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Westquarter Dovecot A handsome rectangular dovecot with a heraldic panel dated 1647 over the entrance doorway. At Westquarter, near Laurieston.
- Whittinghame Church Church in rural East Lothian. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- The Writers' Museum Museum about Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
