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Private Edinburgh Christmas Lights & Festive Walking Tour

By Opatrip.com Scotland
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,220 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

A private walking tour unwraps the festive magic of Edinburgh. Follow your guide through streets glowing with holiday lights, bustling markets, and centuries of history. Begin at Princes Street Gardens, transformed into a winter wonderland of stalls, rides, and sparkling displays. Admire the Gothic Scott Monument shining against the skyline before stepping into St Giles’ Cathedral, where carols echo beneath vaulted ceilings. Wander the Royal Mile, lined with glowing shopfronts and seasonal charm. Pause at the Castle Esplanade for sweeping city views, then descend into Victoria Street, a colorful curve dressed like a Christmas storybook. End your journey in the Grassmarket, surrounded by cozy pubs, decorated windows, and festive cheer.

Activity location

  • Princes Street Gardens
    • 54 Princes Street
    • EH2 4BA, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Princes Street Gardens
    • Princes Street
    • EH2 2HG, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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English Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$1,182.51 x 1 Adult$1,182.51
Paid at activity$37.97
Total
Price is $1,220.48
Until Sun, Nov 30
French Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • French
Language options: French
Price details
$1,537.84 x 1 Adult$1,537.84
Paid at activity$37.97
Total
Price is $1,575.81
Until Sun, Nov 30
German Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • German
Language options: German
Price details
$1,537.84 x 1 Adult$1,537.84
Paid at activity$37.97
Total
Price is $1,575.81
Until Sun, Nov 30
Mandarin Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • Chinese
Language options: Chinese
Price details
$1,537.84 x 1 Adult$1,537.84
Paid at activity$37.97
Total
Price is $1,575.81
Until Sun, Nov 30
Spanish Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
$1,537.84 x 1 Adult$1,537.84
Paid at activity$37.97
Total
Price is $1,575.81
Until Sun, Nov 30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local Professional Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Scott Monument
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Edinburgh Castle

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Princes Street Gardens
  • 20m
Lanterns glow above wooden stalls where the air smells of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. Laughter from carousel rides mixes with the hum of festive music.
Scott Monument
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
You tilt your head to see the Gothic spires stretch into the winter sky, while fairy lights flicker at its base. The stone feels cold under your hand as the evening breeze brushes past.
St Giles' Cathedral
  • 20m
Step inside where candlelight warms the stone and echoes of carols rise beneath vaulted arches. The scent of pine wreaths drifts through the quiet air.
Royal Mile
  • 25m
Cobblestones crunch beneath your shoes as shop windows glow with tartan, ornaments, and twinkling lights. Street musicians carry festive melodies down the winter air.
Edinburgh Castle
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The city sparkles below, rooftops glittering with Christmas lights. A crisp wind sweeps across the open square, carrying the sound of bells from the Old Town.
Victoria Street
  • 15m
Brightly painted facades curve like a ribbon, each strung with glowing garlands. The scent of hot chocolate drifts from cafés tucked into the arches.
Grassmarket
  • 15m
The square glows with decorated pubs and cozy lights spilling into the street. The warmth of conversation and clinking glasses contrasts with the winter chill.

Location

Activity location

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    Princes Street Gardens
    • 54 Princes Street
    • EH2 4BA, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Princes Street Gardens
    • Princes Street
    • EH2 2HG, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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