'This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies. A city so beautiful that it breaks the heart again and again.'
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Making the most of your time in Edinburgh
About My Tours
- The old and new towns of Edinburgh
- Greyfriars Churchyard
- Calton Hill
- The port of Leith
- Suburbs and places out of town
- Each tour has a recommended meeting place.
- On request, at your hotel/accommodation
- 1 – 8 hours depending on tour chosen
- Tour length can be adapted to suit.
- Multi day tours available
- A fun, interesting and informative experience
- Private tours with a twist – unique, exclusive, and customised
- Flexibility - meeting your interests and walking pace.
- Dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes/trainers.
- A waterproof with hood and umbrella
- Water and snacks
- Cash or card for any purchases
- 1 – 10 people maximum
- On request, private group tours with more than 10 people
About Me
Hi, my name is Gwen. A very warm welcome to Edinburgh.
My passions are my native city of Edinburgh and meeting the needs of people of all nationalities and ages. An avid traveller, I have experienced the 'kindness of strangers' and want to reciprocate the same hospitality in Edinburgh.
Why Choose Me?
I make Edinburgh special because I
- am professional, experienced and knowledgeable.
- am highly rated with 5-star reviews.
- lead all the tours myself.
- take my craft seriously and provide first-class experiences with great care and attention to detail.
- am kind and considerate, providing a flexible, adaptable approach to meet the interests of my private tour group.
- cater for all interests, needs and ages.
Frequently Asked Questions
I offer small private walking tours in Edinburgh.
Depending on the tour, this may be used at an additional cost particularly when travelling outside Edinburgh. There is a choice of Lothian buses, the Borders railway or private luxurious vehicles provided by Silver Swan Travel.
Within Edinburgh, walking allows you to get the best out of my tours.
Edinburgh is a compact city and very walkable. Parking is expensive. There are not many places very close to the old town for parking.
Yes. If photography is a particular interest, please let me know.
The tours are English language only.
Discover the Unknown
We had a wonderful time with Gwen on a 4 ½ hour walking tour. We explored the nooks and crannies of Old Town and New Town. Despite the inclement weather, we had a great time and Gwen found us places to shelter from the rain while she told us interesting stories about the people and places that make up this fascinating city. We definitely recommend!
Heidi Reimer-Epp, 23 October 2026
Top to Toe
We thoroughly enjoyed the "Top to Toe" tour with Gwen. We find walking tours are a great way to orient yourself with a new city and she was very knowledgeable, personable, and flexible based on our interests even as we found things of interest mid-tour. I would highly recommend Gwen as a tour guide and the private tour aspect was unbeatable! Totally worth it! If you see her available, book it!
Joel Boelke, 13 October 2026
Simply the Best! The old and new towns of Edinburgh
Gwen was lovely & very passionate & knowledgeable about the area. We highly recommend her. We wish we would have had more time to explore the places she shared with us.
Lori Anne Rowland, 29 September 2026