Take a Photography Tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
Take a Photography Tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town

Take a Photography Tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town

Looking to improve your photography and explore Edinburgh? This photography course is two tours in one, with your photography tuition combined with tons of knowledge of the history of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Learn about the significance of some of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks as well as some of its hidden gems, while improving your grasp of composition, lighting, and handling manual mode on your camera. You can even stop to photograph anything that catches your eye during the tour. For anyone looking to discover Edinburgh and capture it, this is a great activity for your Stack.

Where can I book a great photography tour in Edinburgh?

The Scottish Photography Experience's Edinburgh Photography Tour has been ranked the best in Europe and consistently receives glowing reviews from the people who take it.

No camera? No problem, let them know in advance and they can lend you one for the duration of your tour at no extra cost. Just bring an SD card to record your photos throughout the day and you’re good to go. Your tour will be led by professional photographer James Christie who has been working in the industry for over 40 years and captured the likes of David Bowie – don’t miss the chance to learn from his expertise!

  • £99 per person
  • For children between 10-16 £45 (must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Tour starts at 9 am and usually ends before 1.30 pm (4-5 hours)
  • Maximum of 3 people per tour (same household)

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