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Edinburgh Duddingston Village Self-Guided Walking Tour
- Duration2 hours – 3 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Forget about crowds, schedules or lines! With Pandemic Tours' self-guided experiences your phone is your new private guide.
In this incredible experience, Moira will show you a less-known walk, slightly off the beaten track but nonetheless, one that is steeped in the past and beauty: A Tour to Duddingston Village!
This is a wonderful and informative experience for anyone to enjoy - however a certain level of fitness is required (or you can take a taxi).
Discover how Duddingston Village is a magical slice of history, art, nature, architecture and tales. In these small streets, you'll meet Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, Raeburn and Walter Scott - a beheaded Queen, a would-be King, a famous artist, and a renowned writer. Plus, you will learn about Holyrood Park and the story behind the oldest working Church in Scotland.
PS: You will get an email with instructions for downloading our app and unlock the tour.
What to expect
Fudge House
197 Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
You will learn why Scots have a sweet tooth! Here is the story of the Tablet and Fudge.
Dunbars Close Garden
137 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BW, United Kingdom
The old city of Edinburgh is like a maze with small alleys off the main roads and they each take you somewhere that feels magical. One of these hidden gems is the gardens at Dunbar Close. It’s right here in the centre of the city and unknown to most residents.
Robert Fergusson Statue
Cannongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Standing on the main pavement, outside Canongate Kirk, we find the statue of Robert Ferguson. We cannot walk past this statue and not wonder who he is, and why he is so prominent on the Canongate. You will learn everything about this important character as we move on on this tour.
Holyrood Park
Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG, United Kingdom
You will learn about both the Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament while we walk along this tour.
Salisbury Crags
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Learn all about this large park in the middle of the city; its history, what people used to do here centuries ago and how it has changed over time.
Arthur's Seat
Edinburgh, EH15 3PY, United Kingdom
Arthur’s Seat - the hill is an extinct volcano where signs of human habitation have been found 5000 years BC. It seems people have always lived here, innit. We will have a glance at its fascinating history. The climb is optional!
As you clipped the top of the hill and started to descend the vista of the loch opened up in front of you. Duddingston Loch is a freshwater loch, and the only natural one remaining in the city. Discover this amazing village and lake in this tour!
It is believed that an Inn has stood on this site since 1360, although not in this building! If it is true then the Sheep Head Inn is one of the oldest surviving Inns in Scotland and probably worth visiting for that fact alone.
In this remote location, you will find Prince Charlie’s Cottage. There is a plaque outside this cottage marking it as the place where Prince Charles Edward Stuart held his war council before the Battle of Prestonpans. You will hear all about this amazing story.
Duddingston Kirk
Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village, Edinburgh, EH15 3PX, United Kingdom
One of the emblems of Duddingston Village. The Church remains a working Church and must be one of the oldest in Scotland. You will also hear all you need to know about this beautiful landmark.
Dr Neil's Garden
Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village, Edinburgh, EH15 3PX, United Kingdom
Visit one of Edinburgh's hidden gems and best-kept secret! Dr Neil's Garden or more commonly known as the Secret Gardens. You guessed right, you'll hear all about it with this tour.
The tour finishes at Jock Tamson’s Gairden: Another hidden gem of Edinburgh.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!
End
The tour finishes at Dr Neil's Garden, Duddingston Village. To return to the High Street there are three options. The first is to walk either back the way you came or over Arthur’s Seat, you can take a taxi, or a bus.
Redemption
Your Exploro Tour is Ready! Thanks for booking your self-guided tour with Exploro, we’re excited to help you discover the city at your own pace! To avoid issues, OPEN THE TOUR A DAY EARLY and check everything loads correctly Here’s everything you need to get started: If you DON’T HAVE the Exploro app yet: 1. Download the Exploro app from our website: https://exploro.app 2. Open the app and sign up for a free account. 3. Follow the onboarding steps. When asked, select the platform where you bought your tour (e.g. Viator, TripAdvisor), choose your tour from the list, and enter your booking reference number to unlock it. 4. If you have any trouble unlocking the tour during onboarding, copy and paste the link below in Chrome or Safari (tap Allow if prompted) then enter your booking reference number to unlock it. Already HAVE the app installed? 1. Make sure you're signed in to your account in the Exploro app 2. Copy and paste this link in Chrome or Safari to open your tour in the app (if asked click on allow): https://exploro.app/tours/edinburgh-duddingston-village-self-guided-walking-tour?source=viator 3. Insert your booking reference number. Helpful tips: - Make sure your phone is charged - We highly recommend bringing a portable charger - Bring earphones to avoid disturbing others - Wear comfortable shoes - The tour is completely flexible — explore anytime Want to revisit the tour later? You’ll find it saved under the “Saved” tab in the Exploro app anytime. It is suggested opening the app a little earlier to familiarize yourself with the interface and to make sure you've given it access to your location. This will ensure you can fully utilize the map function for a seamless experience. If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to contact us at support@exploro.app or drop a message via WhatsApp at +39 389 644 9134, we're happy to help! Don't forget to rate the tour when you're done. Thanks! Enjoy your journey, The Exploro Team
What's included
Included
- You will get an email with instructions to activate your tour (booking reference isn't the code!)
- Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
- Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
- Moira will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
- Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Not included
- Live Guide (in-person)
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 15 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Adult (4–100)
Additional information
- Self-Guided Audio Tour on the Exploro App
Languages
- Audio
- English
- Written
- English
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- 0+ days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/London
- Product code
- 329930P7
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 51 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (1).
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