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Edinburgh Old Town Churches Private Guided Walking Tour

By UK Tours & Activites
Free cancellation available
Price is P 27,599 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Step into Edinburgh’s sacred past as you admire majestic cathedrals, ancient parish churches, and Gothic gems hidden in plain sight. Hear stories of saints, reformers, and royalty. Optional: enjoy reserved interior access to St Mary’s Cathedral.

Available in:

  • English and French
  • German, Spanish , Russian and Italian Languages

Choose one of our excellent options customized to your needs and preference:

2-hour: Old Town Churches, St. Giles Cathedral Tour
Visit Edinburgh’s churches from St Mary’s to St Cuthbert’s and enjoy entry to St Giles’ Cathedral on the Royal Mile. Discover Gothic gems and sacred stories.

3-hour: Old Town Churches, St. Giles', St. Mary's Tour
Visit iconic churches in Edinburgh with reserved entry to St Mary’s Cathedral and included access to St Giles’. Explore Gothic architecture and local legends.

This inspiring walking tour unveils Edinburgh’s most treasured churches and cathedrals with a Private Licensed Guide.

Activity location
  • The Palmerston
    • 1 Palmerston Place
    • EH12 5AF, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • The Palmerston
    • 1 Palmerston Place
    • EH12 5AF, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Check availability

2H:OldTownChurches,St.GilEN,FR
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 2 hours: Visit Edinburgh’s churches from St Mary’s to St Cuthbert’s and enjoy entry to St Giles’ Cathedral on the Royal Mile.
,: Discover Gothic gems and sacred stories.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED033

Price details
P 27,599.25 x 1 AdultP 27,599.25
Total
Price is P 27,599.25
3H:OldTownChurches,St.GilEN,FR
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours: Visit iconic churches in Edinburgh with reserved entry to St Mary’s Cathedral and included access to St Giles’.
,: Explore Gothic architecture and local legends.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED033

Price details
P 32,341.66 x 1 AdultP 32,341.66
Total
Price is P 32,341.66
2H:OldTownChurches,SP,IT,GR,RU
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • German

Duration: 2 hours: Visit Edinburgh’s churches from St Mary’s to St Cuthbert’s and enjoy entry to St Giles’ Cathedral on the Royal Mile.
,: Discover Gothic gems and sacred stories.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED033

Price details
P 34,829.48 x 1 AdultP 34,829.48
Total
Price is P 34,829.48
3H:OldTownChurchesSP,IT,GR,RU
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • German

Duration: 3 hours: Visit iconic churches in Edinburgh with reserved entry to St Mary’s Cathedral and included access to St Giles’.
,: Explore Gothic architecture and local legends.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKED033

Price details
P 41,282.26 x 1 AdultP 41,282.26
Total
Price is P 41,282.26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Reserved interior access to St Mary’s Cathedral (in the 3-hour option only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Facts on Scottish church history, Gothic architecture, and Reformation heritage
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh’s Historic Churches (itinerary depends on the selected option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to St Giles’ Cathedral
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Reserved interior access to St Mary’s Cathedral (in the 2-hour option)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • The itinerary depends on your selected option. Entry to the St. Mary's Cathedral is not included in the 2-hour option.
  • Please note that access to the Cathedral may be restricted during Mass.
  • This is a moderate 2.5 km walking tour with some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adjust the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
  • Due to attraction's policy, private groups are limited to 1–4 guests per guide. Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
  • Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance – we’re happy to help!

Activity itinerary

The Palmerston
  • 10m
Meet your guide in front of the The Palmerston; 1 Palmerston Pl, Edinburgh EH12 5AF, United Kingdom. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting poit and the staff is not informed about the tour.
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
  • 20m
Your journey begins at St Mary’s Cathedral, a soaring Gothic masterpiece tucked away from the tourist crowds.
Charlotte Chapel
  • 30m
From there, follow your Licensed Guide through Edinburgh’s West End, pausing at Charlotte Chapel and St John’s Church—each with unique ties to the city’s religious tapestry. Discover elegant facades, historic interiors, and the role of Episcopal and Baptist congregations in shaping local identity and community life.
St Cuthbert's Church
  • 30m
At St Cuthbert’s Church, nestled beneath the looming presence of Edinburgh Castle, reflect on the enduring legacy of one of the city’s oldest Christian sites.
St Giles' Cathedral
  • 30m
The tour ends with a visit inside St Giles’ Cathedral on the Royal Mile, where dramatic architecture and echoes of the Reformation await.
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy reserved access to the interior of St Mary’s Cathedral, giving you a closer look at its stunning Paolozzi stained glass, towering nave, and tranquil cloisters rarely seen by casual visitors.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    The Palmerston
    • 1 Palmerston Place
    • EH12 5AF, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    The Palmerston
    • 1 Palmerston Place
    • EH12 5AF, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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