Edinburgh Audio Tour: Enchanting Edinburgh's Landmarks Journey

Above photo: 瑞丽江的河水, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

A Parliament vanished by royal decree. A church where rebels once crowded the pews. A crooked old house where goldsmiths plotted and legends tangled with fact. Edinburgh’s Royal Mile has secrets layered in every stone.

Unravel the city’s dramatic past at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Trace hidden trails behind modern politics, royal scandals, religious wars, and stories the guidebooks leave out.

What really happened when Scotland lost its Parliament overnight? Who paced Canongate Kirk as Jacobite soldiers held their prisoners under watchful eyes? And which glittering treasures sealed one resident’s gruesome fate in the John Knox House?

Follow twisting closes and shadowed alleyways from debate halls to haunted homes. Hear echoes of rebellion, whispered schemes, and fierce pride in every step as the centuries come alive around you.

Ready to open Edinburgh’s doors of history and see what waits within? Start exploring now—the secrets are closer than you think.

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• Duration: 2 hours 12 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.7 km (2.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 16min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Scottish Parliament, Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh Castle
  

Experience the charm of Edinburgh like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Edinburgh's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Edinburgh on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🏛️  Scottish Parliament (2min)
• 🚪  Canongate Kirk (3min)
• 🏠  John Knox House (3min)
• 📍  Tron Kirk (2min)
• ⛪  St Giles' Cathedral (3min)
• 🏰  Parliament House, Edinburgh (3min)
• 🚪  Cowgate (3min)
• 🏰  Old College, University of Edinburgh (2min)
• 📍  Greyfriars Kirk (3min)
• 🏪  Grassmarket (3min)
• 🏰  Edinburgh Castle (2min)
• 🏰  New College, Edinburgh (2min)
• 🖼️  Scottish National Gallery (3min)
• 👑  Royal Scottish Academy Building (3min)
• 🗿  Scott Monument (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Learn even more about Edinburgh with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Early History (3min)
• 🏛️    17th Century (2min)
• 🏛️    18th Century (2min)
• 🏛️    19th And 20th Centuries (3min)
• 🏛️    21st Century (1min)
• 🌍    Location (1min)
• 🌍    Cityscape (3min)
• 🌍    Areas (4min)
• 🌟    Current (3min)
• 🌟    Historical (3min)
• 🌟    Religion (3min)
• 🎭    Government (2min)
• 🎭    Politics (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: 瑞丽江的河水, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: 瑞丽江的河水, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kim Traynor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Carlos Delgado, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
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🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
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🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
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🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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