Edinburgh: Dean Village and Circus Lane Walking Tour
ID: GYG687545-1143771
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Edinburgh's best kept secrets: Dean Village, the Water of Leith, and Circus Lane. Walk along cobblestone alleys and wind your way through these charming parts of town with a local guide.
Embark on a walk through the most scenic, charming, and historic city districts outside the Old Town of Edinburgh. Walk by waterfalls, through charming hidden streets, and much more as you meander through Dean Village, the Water of Leith, and Circus Lane.
Get away from the tourist trail in Edinburgh in your first port of call: Dean Village. Boasting architecture dating back to the 1600s, this quaint neighbourhood is perched alongside the only river that runs through Edinburgh, the Water of Leith.
Learn how the river sustains local otters, bird life, and a whole host of flora and fauna which helps make Edinburgh the greenest city in the UK. Then, discover the charming, hidden Circus Lane with its delightful cozy houses right in the center of the city.
Highlights
- Walk through Dean Village with its architecture dating back to the 1600s
- Stroll along Circus Lane's cobblestone streets, passing by quaint homes
- Meander along the Water of Leith river, right in the center of the city
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour runs rain or shine. Please bring suitable outdoor clothing for all weather conditions
There are bathrooms next to the meeting point of the tour. Please arrive 15 minutes early to use these public facilities.
Meet your guide at the statue of Sir James Young Simpson on Princes Street. They will be standing in front of the statue, on the sidewalk on Princes Street.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
