Edinburgh's Greatest Hits Music Walking Tour
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Edinburgh Music Walking Tours offers 90-minute guided walks through Edinburgh's past and present music scenes, led by a Scotsman music journalist. Produced by Glasgow Music City Tours, the tours uncover the capital's musical secrets with an irreverent and entertaining approach — covering artists from Bowie to the Bay City Rollers via Nirvana and Shirley Manson's Garbage. The walks appeal to fans of folk, funk, pop or punk alike, showing a different side of the city beyond the usual tourist trail.
Why see this show?
A walking tour with genuine wit and musical depth, led by a working music journalist. Whether your tastes run to punk or folk, these 90-minute walks reveal Edinburgh stories you won't find in any guidebook.
£18 (16)
Friday 1 - Saturday 23 August 2025
All performances at 11:00
8 performances
90 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the tour last?
The tour lasts 90 minutes.
Where does the tour meet?
The meeting point is listed as Meeting Point — check your booking confirmation for the exact location.
What is the ticket price?
Tickets are £18, with a concession price of £16.
Is there an age requirement?
The tour is suitable for ages 14 and over.
Do I need to be able to walk?
Yes — the audience is required to walk or move around during the tour.
What kind of music does the tour cover?
The tour spans Edinburgh's past and present music scenes, including artists such as Bowie, the Bay City Rollers, Nirvana and Shirley Manson's Garbage, and covers genres from folk and funk to pop and punk.
About This Performance
Edinburgh's Greatest Hits Music Walking Tour is a events performance at Meeting Point during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 90 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.
Venue: Meeting Point
Meeting Point is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £18
Age Guidance: 14+
Content Warnings: Audience required to walk or move around during the performance
Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.
Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Edinburgh's Greatest Hits Music Walking Tour represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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