Experience the rich culinary history of Edinburgh’s Old Town on a 3-hour guided street food tour. Sample a variety of authentic flavors and discover the city’s hidden gems.
Experience the rich culinary history of Edinburgh’s Old Town on a 3-hour guided street food tour. Sample a variety of authentic flavors and discover the city’s hidden gems.
- Royal Mile - The Royal Mile is the central artery of Edinburgh’s Old Town, linking the majestic Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop a volcanic rock, with the splendid Palace of Holyroodhouse, nestled beneath Arthur’s Seat. The Mile is flanked by impressive, towering tenements, with cobbled closes and narrow stairways weaving a hidden underground…
- Royal Mile - The Royal Mile is the central artery of Edinburgh’s Old Town, linking the majestic Edinburgh Castle, which sits atop a volcanic rock, with the splendid Palace of Holyroodhouse, nestled beneath Arthur’s Seat. The Mile is flanked by impressive, towering tenements, with cobbled closes and narrow stairways weaving a hidden underground world.
- University of Edinburgh - Old College is a building from the late 18th to early 19th century at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. Situated on South Bridge, it currently accommodates parts of the University’s administration, the University of Edinburgh School of Law, and the Talbot Rice Gallery.
- Grassmarket - Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, with breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, the Grassmarket is one of the city’s most charming and vibrant areas. A haven for independent merchants, designers, and artisans, it boasts a variety of high-quality gift, clothing, and homeware shops.
- Greyfriars Bobby - Greyfriars Bobby (4 May 1855 – 14 January 1872) was a Skye Terrier or Dandie Dinmont Terrier known in 19th-century Edinburgh for spending 14 years guarding his owner’s grave until his own death on 14 January 1872. The tale remains popular in Scotland, inspiring several books and films.
- Greyfriars Kirkyard - Greyfriars Kirkyard is the cemetery surrounding Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh, Scotland. Located at the southern edge of the Old Town, next to George Heriot’s School, it has been a burial site since the late 16th century and is the resting place of many notable Edinburgh residents.
- St Giles’ Cathedral - St Giles’ Cathedral, established in 1124 by King David I, has served as a church for nearly 900 years. It has been a backdrop to Scotland’s tumultuous religious history, including the Reformation when it was John Knox’s parish church. Today, it remains a significant venue for civic services like the Kirking of the Parliament and services for the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle.
- Mercat Cross - The Mercat Cross of Edinburgh is a market cross marking the market square of Edinburgh. It stands in Parliament Square beside St Giles’ Cathedral, facing the High Street in the Old Town of Edinburgh.
- Lady Stairs House - Lady Stairs Close is one of Edinburgh’s most renowned closes, home to the 17th-century townhouse ‘Lady Stairs House’, celebrated for its picturesque charm. Nearly four centuries old, the house has many stories to tell. Wealthy families of the time often resided in closes to avoid the bustling main streets. Be sure to visit the Writers’ Museum nearby, which honors famous Scottish authors Robert Burns, Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson.
- Palace of Holyroodhouse - A visit to Edinburgh is incomplete without seeing the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King’s official residence in Scotland’s capital. The palace is famously associated with Mary, Queen of Scots, who was married here and witnessed the tragic murder of her secretary in her private chambers.
- Refreshments provided
- Refreshments provided
- Alcoholic beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
Stir up your appetite with a 3-hour guided gastronomical journey through Edinburgh’s Old Town, offering at least ten food tastings. The city’s history has influenced the dietary habits of its dwellers and mirrors its world relations through conquest, immigration, commerce, exchange, and adaptation. From Viking invaders to Italian asylum seekers, and…
Stir up your appetite with a 3-hour guided gastronomical journey through Edinburgh’s Old Town, offering at least ten food tastings. The city’s history has influenced the dietary habits of its dwellers and mirrors its world relations through conquest, immigration, commerce, exchange, and adaptation. From Viking invaders to Italian asylum seekers, and more recent immigrants, all have contributed to the city’s distinctive food culture. Naturally, your guide will highlight numerous attractions and secret treasures that define Edinburgh today.
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