Edinburgh Outlander Self-Guided Walking Tour

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Highlights

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LocationEdinburgh, United Kingdom
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Number of stops13
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Total distance4.6km
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Total duration3h

Overview

Welcome to Jule’s self-guided Outlander tour of Edinburgh. See the Outlander filming locations for yourself and learn more about the history and folklore behind the hit TV series. This tour will focus on the history of the Jacobite uprisings and illustrate the long-lasting effects these had on Scotland as a country. You will also be introduced to some Scottish mythology that plays a central role in Outlander as well. Your guide will be Jule. Originally from Germany, Jule moved to Edinburgh in 2017 to study a Masters’ degree in English Literature. Choosing this city may have slightly been influenced by watching Outlander one too many times. After finishing, she decided to stay and has been working as a full-time tour guide around the city since 2019. She has a degree in Celtic Studies as well as English Literature and feels passionately about Edinburgh’s and Scotland’s history. She is available for history tours, Harry Potter tours, dark history tours, Outlander tours and Edinburgh Castle tours. This walk will take you through Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and along the Royal Mile. You will get to see all filming locations in the city centre, with plenty of opportunities to take your own pictures in places you’ll recognise from the popular TV series. The tour will end at Holyrood Palace, the ancient seat of kings and queens of Scotland. By the end of the tour, you’ll also be an expert on Jacobite history. At the end of the tour, a list of recommendations awaits for more Outlander-themed activities to do in and around the city, as well as places to eat great Scottish food and sample the best Scottish whisky!

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Fiona MacGregor
12 months ago
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Jule's Outlander tour was fantastic! The mix of history and mythology brought the TV show locations to life.

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Connor Reid
about 1 year ago
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Really enjoyed this self-guided tour. It was great to see the filming spots in person and learn about the deeper history behind the series. The ending at Holyrood Palace was a perfect finish.

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Isla McKenzie
about 1 year ago
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Perfect for any Outlander fan! Jule's passion for Scottish history really comes through in the narration.

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Liam Fraser
over 1 year ago
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A well-paced and informative tour. Loved the focus on Jacobite history, which I didn’t know much about before. Plus, the photo ops at the filming locations were great!

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Eilidh Campbell
7 months ago
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I learned so much about Edinburgh’s Old Town and Scottish folklore while following this tour. The route was easy to navigate and the insights about the Jacobite uprisings were fascinating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a guided tour or a self-guided tour?

It's a self-guided audio tour. You can explore at your own pace, whether you're on your own, with friends or with family, using the Exploro app.

How does it compare to a guided tour?

Guided tours are great if you want detailed commentary or a social experience. Self-guided tours let you move at your own pace, pause wherever you like and explore on your own schedule.

Can I download the tour in advance?

Yes! You can download all media upfront to save data and enjoy the tour even with limited connectivity.

How long does the tour take?

Most people finish in a few hours. Go at your own pace, pause when you want and take breaks for photos, food or just to soak it all in.

Can I pause the tour and resume later?

Absolutely! You can pause anytime and pick up again whenever you want, even on another day.

Is this tour suitable for kids?

Yes! It's great for families and children, though we recommend some parental guidance along the way.

Availability

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Days

Monday to Sunday

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Start time

Whenever you like

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Languages

English

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