The Sandeman's free tour of Edinburgh is a fantastic way to get a brief overview into the history of the Old Town of Edinburgh. It runs twice a day at 11am and 1pm beginning outside 124 High Street. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is as, and if not more entertaining than most you shall find in the city. My guide for the day was Ronnie. His passion for the city and its history was evident and he was able to answer most questions thrown at him (no mean feat in a city so overwhelmingly steeped in history!) Our party contained approximately 30 people spanning all the continents and he showed a great aptitude in being able to bond with one and all making the tour not only historically accurate but also riotously entertaining!As the tour is free you can expect large groups and so if looking for a more intimate tour this may not be for you. However, if you want a fun filled afternoon then don your warmest coat, hat, gloves, scarf.... perhaps an umbrella too and take the tour!
