Edinburgh Calton Hill Photography Tour

Edinburgh Photography Tours: This private photography and history tour of Calton Hill, Edinburgh is led by a local photographer who will show you the best photography spots & views of the city. You will also be guided around all its beautiful monuments, buildings, galleries & historic graveyards. Along the way, you'll learn about some of Edinburgh's most interesting citizens, see some amazing classical buildings, and even visit an old watchtower which was used to look out for grave-robbers.

Built on an extinct volcano, to the east of Edinburgh's New Town, Calton Hill has been a public park since 1724. Countless generations of citizens have enjoyed its panoramic views and classical buildings, which gave Edinburgh its nickname the "Athens of The North". You will see all its highlights, including the National Monument, the Nelson Monument and the old Observatory, plus lots, lots more. It's the ideal way to start your holiday in Edinburgh! Before visiting Calton Hill, David will show you one of Edinburgh's most atmospheric & historic cemeteries - Old Calton Burial Ground. The final resting place of many famous Scots, you will see some fascinating graves, including an Edinburgh Perfumer and a lady who's leg was buried 20 years before her! We'll also see the striking Martyrs' Monument, The statue of Abraham Lincoln and the Old Governors House of Old Calton Jail. Before leaving, you will visit a secret part of the cemetery, very rarely visited by locals or visitors.

The experience makes for a unique and memorable gift for anyone looking to explore and capture the beauty of Edinburgh.