Why choose this Edinburgh tour ?
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 redeeming your unique code (different code than your booking reference number).
Make the most of your Edinburgh adventure
What makes Edinburgh Hidden Gems Self-Guided Private Tour a unique experience ?
You will learn why Scots have a sweet tooth! Here is the story of the Tablet and Fudge.
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.
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.
You will learn about both the Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament while we walk along this tour.
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 – 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.
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.
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Check the “Before You Go” Section of your booking!
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Edinburgh Hidden Gems Self-Guided Private Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- 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
- Moira will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
- 3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
- Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Not Included
- Live Guide (in-person)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Pandemic Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Thanks for choosing Pandemic Tours!
To start the tour, download our App here:
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/co/app/pandemic-tours/id1563922882
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app3129
Once in-app, select your tour by tapping the “Tour” tab, select “Enter Code” for Android or “Login to Download” for iOS and redeem this code (or “Login” for iOS):
DUDDING5319
You’ll have full access to the tour for 3 weeks. If you have any problem with your booking, contact us at support@pandemictoursapp.com or via WhatsApp at +569 42572988.
Top tip: access the tour a bit earlier so you familiarise yourself with the App and don’t forget to give it access to your location so you can use the map function. Make sure you have a strong internet connection when downloading the tour!
Enjoy your stroll!
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