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Edinburgh Christmas Tour, Highlights & Hidden Gems with a Local
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Wrap up warm as you join one of our local hosts to explore the enchanted winter wonderland which Edinburgh transforms into during Christmas time. You’ll discover the historic cobbled streets of Old Town draped in twinkling lights, the magical Scottish Christmas markets and Christmas trees fit to dazzle Santa Claus himself. Indulge in festive foods and follow the light trail at the Royal Botanic Garden!
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
What's Included
- 3 hours with a Local Host
- Walking experience
- A cup of hot chocolate, mulled wine to warm up or a soft drink per person
- Private and personalised experience
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- Additional food and drinks from the ones provided in the experience
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Upon booking your meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Join a host and discover Edinburgh’s most enchanting Christmas lights and festive sights - the evening light trail at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a must! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
• Admission Ticket Free
Explore the Christmas markets, like the spectacular Edinburgh Christmas Market, to buy gifts for your family, or indulge in festive food and drinks IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
• Admission Ticket Free
Princes Street Gardens
Stroll through the winter wonderland in Princes Street Gardens, seeing the ice-skaters or getting on the ice-rink yourself IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
• Admission Ticket Free
St Andrew Square
Go ice skating in St. Andrews Square and/or within Princes Street Garden IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
• Admission Ticket Free
St Andrew Square
Warm up in a local pub and enjoy a celebratory drink with your host, getting tips about other Christmas-themed things to do in the city - like visiting the life-size nativity scene, typically located in St. Andrew Square gardens IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host
- Meeting point
- Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Local Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
Operated by City Unscripted
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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