"This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden vistas. A city so beautiful it breaks the heart ... again and again." - Alexander McCall Smith (Author)
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"The Athens of the North" - Calton Hill Tour
View Tour NowCalton Hill panoramic views of Edinburgh, Scotland, known for its stunning views and historical significance. It is located at the eastern end of Princes Street and is part of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The hill has views of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, New Town and Arthur's seat. It is home to several iconic monuments, including the National Monument, which resembles the Parthenon in Athens, the Nelson Monument, and the Dugald Stewart Monument. -
Edinburgh's Old Town Tour
View Tour NowThe area is known for its preserved medieval street plan and Reformation-era buildings.
The Royal Mile, a famous street running from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace, is the spine of the Old Town, with narrow alleyways leading steeply downhill.
The Old Town's layout is shaped by its unique geography, with Edinburgh Castle perched on a rocky crag formed by an extinct volcano.
The area also contains underground vaults and hidden passages, remnants of earlier construction phases.
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Edinburgh's tour of the "New Town"
View Tour NowDiscover the Georgian elegance and refined beauty of Edinburgh's New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site brimming with architectural masterpieces, charming gardens, and unique stories.
While the historic Old Town often steals the spotlight, a different kind of magic awaits just beyond its ancient closes. A testament to Enlightenment-era urban planning, offering grand crescents, charming garden squares, and a rich history of intellectual and cultural innovation. Discover the stories behind its impressive facades, from the lives of its influential residents to the visionary architects who shaped this remarkable district.
