Edinburgh Audio Tour: Icons, Intrigue, and Inspiration in the Capital

Above photo: Godot13, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Imagine Edinburgh’s New Town not as a postcard, but as a living stage where grandeur and intrigue collide—a cityscape pulsing with stories just beneath its elegant facades.

On this self-guided audio tour, move beyond the surface to discover why Jenners, St Andrew Square, and the New Town Church have sparked drama, mystery, and innovation for centuries. Hear about fiery disasters that couldn’t keep iconic landmarks down. Uncover which underground tunnel still slumbers below your feet in the square. And what secret tradition takes place each year inside the soaring halls of the New Town Church—complete with celebrity signatures?

Let restless footsteps guide you from opulent stonework to private banking chambers and revolution-forging pulpits. This is a walk through whispered scandals, bold reinventions, and moments that changed Edinburgh forever.

The real city waits. Press play and reveal Edinburgh’s hidden heart, one story at a time.

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• Duration: 2 hours 48 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.4 km (2.7 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 45min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Jenners, Nelson Monument, Edinburgh, Scottish National Portrait Gallery
  

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:

• 📍  Jenners (5min)
• 🏰  St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (4min)
• ⛪  Edinburgh: New Town Church (5min)
• 🏠  Northern Lighthouse Board (5min)
• 🌳  Charlotte Square (4min)
• 🏠  Bute House (5min)
• 👑  Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (5min)
• 🖼️  Scottish National Portrait Gallery (5min)
• ⛪  St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh (Catholic) (4min)
• 🌉  Regent Bridge (3min)
• 📚  National Archives of Scotland (5min)
• 🏠  St Andrew's House (4min)
• 🏰  Nelson Monument, Edinburgh (4min)
• 🗿  National Monument of Scotland (4min)
• 🔭  City Observatory (6min)

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

Above photo: Godot13, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: kim traynor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Colin, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. 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  • 
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🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
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🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
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