What we do

YOUR PATH TO DISCOVERY

At Independence Tours you can -

• Experience one of our Standard Tours (Below): Opt for a captivating, expert-led exploration of Edinburgh's essential sights, perfect for gaining insightful perspectives on key landmarks.

• Request a Bespoke Tour: Choose a deeply personalised tour experience, crafted precisely around your unique interests for a focused and tailored discovery.

• Request a Full Tailor-Made Service: Allow us to meticulously plan and seamlessly arrange your entire trip, from finding the perfect accommodation to curating unforgettable activities, for a completely stress-free visit.

ROYAL MILE ADVENTURE

OUR STANDARD TOURS

Starting from Edinburgh Castle, embark on an unforgettable 2.5 to 3-hour walking journey down Edinburgh's Royal Mile to the grandeur of Holyrood Palace, led by a local guide with unparalleled local knowledge.

This tour vividly brings Edinburgh's storied past to life, uncovering centuries of history through captivating tales of kings, queens, rebels, rogues, and royal scandals. Benefit from their insider perspective as you discover hidden secrets most visitors miss in an immersive experience infused with passion and a deep love for Edinburgh. See the Royal Mile like never before.

BLOOD AND BRILLIANCE

THE AGE OF REASON

This is an immersive walking tour of 18th Century Edinburgh and focuses on how Enlightenment thinkers such as David Hume, Adam Smith, James Hutton and Joseph Black developed world-changing ideas in the city's Old and New Towns, helping shape modern capitalism, science, and the American Declaration of Independence.

Walk the same cobblestones as Benjamin Franklin, who loved Edinburgh so much he considered it a second home and was so captivated by Edinburgh's "epicentre of genius" that he became a fixture in its most brilliant circles. You'll hear how his friendship with the city's great thinkers fuelled the flames of revolution back home.

Delve into Edinburgh's dark medical past. This walking tour uncovers the city's genius and its grisly secrets—from body snatchers and Burke & Hare to the pioneering surgeons who invented modern medicine. On these very streets, James Young Simpson pioneered anaesthetics to conquer pain, while Joseph Lister’s antiseptic techniques saved countless lives.

You will walk the fine line between enlightened progress and unspeakable crime.

Perfect for lovers of the macabre and curious minds alike. Expert guide, small groups. !!

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