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Edinburgh: Dean Village & New Town Walking Tour
2 Adults x $25.10
$50.20
Approx Total
$50.20
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Offered in: English
Local Tour Guide
Gratuities
Overview
Get off the beaten path and join us for tour of the New Town and the Dean Village. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites and charming neighbourhoods, away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
In this tour we will:
-Explore the New Town's open spaces and crescents, which contrast with the medieval narrow streets of the Old Town.
-Learn about the Scottish Enlightenment that turned Edinburgh into the ‘Athens of the North’.
-Explore the streets walked by Scottish inventors, scientists, and writers including David Hume, Adam Smith, and Arthur Conan Doyle.
-Understand what life in a Georgian House was like and admire beautiful examples of Neoclassical architecture.
-Discuss the impact that colonialism had on the growth of the city
-Discover the reason behind the establishment of secret bars in the New Town
-Walk through the picturesque Dean Village, once a medieval industrial hub dotted by water mills, where bakers and weavers lived and worked.
Itinerary
Dean Village
Our first stop will be the Dean Village, a small oasis of peace just a few steps away from Princes Street and the meeting point. Dating back to the medieval time, the village used to be a bakers’ hub. Today, it still retains some mill stones and stone plaques decorated with baked bread and pies.
30 minutes
Charlotte Square
Leaving the Dean Village, we will continue towards the New Town, a UNESCO site. After a short walk we will reach Charlotte Square. Here we will admire elegant examples of neoclassical architecture, and understand why Edinburgh is known as the ‘Athens of the North’.
10 minutes
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In Charlotte Square we will stop outside the most iconic mansion of the New Town, the Georgian House, and understand what high society life was like in 18th and 19th century Edinburgh.
10 minutes
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From Charlotte Square we will enter the New Town Grid. We will take a lane called Rose Street, famous for its pubs. Here we will explain the reason behind the establishment of secret bars in the New Town.
10 minutes
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From Rose St we will turn on Castle Street. From here we will enjoy a great view of the castle and the castle rock.
10 minutes
Princes Street and Gardens
From Castle Street we will cross Princes St and enter the Princes Street Gardens, one the main parks of Edinburgh. We'll stop to admire some examples of public art. You will also enjoy a great view of the castle and the castle rock from the gardens.
15 minutes
Scott Monument
From Princes Street gardens, we will head towards the Scott Monument, one of Edinburgh’s landmarks. We will talk about the history of the monument and its architecture. Did you know this is the largest monument in the world dedicated to a writer?
15 minutes
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We will now go back to the New Town grid and walk the east part of George Street. This part of the street is famous for its cafes, restaurants and statues, including the ones dedicated to King George IV and James Clerk Maxwell.
10 minutes
The Dome
Just around the corner from Rose Street, we will find George Street one of the main arteries of the New Town, well known for its restaurants, hotels and shops. Here we will see some impressive Neoclassical buildings, such as the Dome.
5 minutes
Melville Monument
This imposing monument stands at the end of Princes Street, in the centre of St. Andrews Square. We will explain why the Melville Monument was built and its connection to the British colonial time.
10 minutes
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Across the street from the Melville Monument we will find Dundas House. You might be surprised to find out that the architect who built this house was inspired by the books of the Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. This building is today a bank and, if open, we will enter.
10 minutes
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Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free Cancellation
June 22100% refund
June 23No refund
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.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Mar, 2025
We had a wonderful time! The Dean Village is a little gem and a must see if you are in Edinburgh. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the walk fun and informative.
Wonderful
Published on Mar, 2025
We had a wonderful time! The Dean Village is a little gem and a must see if you are in Edinburgh. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the walk fun and informative.
All this company tours are a 10!
Published on Mar, 2025
We did the Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile tour in the morning and loved it so much that decided to join the New Town and Dean Village walk in the afternoon with the same guide. What a treat! We had a fabulous day and enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks to our guide Irene for a great experience!
All this company tours are a 10!
Published on Mar, 2025
We did the Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile tour in the morning and loved it so much that decided to join the New Town and Dean Village walk in the afternoon with the same guide. What a treat! We had a fabulous day and enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks to our guide Irene for a great experience!
Beautiful Dean Village
Published on Mar, 2025
So glad we booked this tour! Our guide took us all the way down to the Dean Village, a gorgeous little neighborhood of Edinburgh. The tour covered Medieval and Georgian history and architecture. Could have not asked for more! Great guide and lovely little group.
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