Edinburgh: City Audio Guide App for Your Smartphone
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About this experience
The Edinburgh City Audio Guide is a self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh, delivered through an app on your smartphone. Narrated by local Scottish guide Niall and culture writer Claudia, the guide covers the winding streets, closes, and hills of the Old Town, drawing on the city's layered history from its medieval origins through to the present day. The tour runs for approximately one hour and requires no booking of a physical meeting point, making it a flexible option for independent travellers exploring things to do in Edinburgh at their own pace. The app includes geo-localised mapping to keep you on route, along with on-screen images that accompany the narration at each stop. Niall and Claudia cover the culture, history, and lesser-known stories of the city, and offer practical recommendations for galleries, pubs, and cafes along the way. Entry to the guide is entirely digital: after booking, the audio guide downloads directly to your smartphone. Headphones are not included, so bring your own. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and the cancellation policy allows cancellation before the selected date.
Highlights
- Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh's Old Town streets and closes
- Narrated by local Scottish guide Niall and culture writer Claudia
- Covers medieval origins through to present day Edinburgh history
- Approximately one hour to complete at your own pace
- No fixed meeting point or booking time required
- Delivered via smartphone app for fully flexible sightseeing
What is included
- Digital mobile audio guide
- On-screen pictures to enhance your experience
- Geo-localised map to keep you on the right track!
Not included
- Earphones – remember to bring some with you!
Before you go
Getting started Download the audio guide app to your smartphone before you set out so you are ready to go the moment you arrive at your starting point. The tour runs for around one hour, so plan your day accordingly and make sure your phone is fully charged before you begin. What to bring Headphones or earphones are not provided, so bring your own pair. The app includes a geo-localised map to keep you on track and on-screen pictures to accompany the commentary. Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking Edinburgh's hilly, cobbled streets.
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to the day of the experience.
Booking questions
What should I check before booking Edinburgh: City Audio Guide App for Your Smartphone?
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Can I cancel this ticket?
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Will this experience be in my language?
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What is the Edinburgh City Audio Guide App?
The Edinburgh City Audio Guide App is a self-guided podcast-style tour of Edinburgh that you download directly onto your smartphone. Local Scottish guide Niall and culture buff Claudia lead you through the city's winding streets and hills, sharing the history, culture, and secrets of Edinburgh along with recommendations for galleries, pubs, and cafes.
How long does the Edinburgh audio guide tour take?
The tour has a running time of one hour.
What is included with the Edinburgh City Audio Guide App?
The app includes a digital mobile audio guide, on-screen pictures to enhance your experience, and a geo-localised map to keep you on the right track. Earphones are not included, so you will need to bring your own.
Do I need any special equipment to use the Edinburgh audio guide?
You need a smartphone to download the guide and a pair of earphones or headphones, which are not provided. No other equipment is required.
Is the Edinburgh City Audio Guide App accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, the tour has wheelchair access.
Can I cancel my booking for the Edinburgh City Audio Guide App?
Yes, the booking is cancellable before the specified date. Please check the cancellation terms at the time of booking for the exact cut-off.
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