Top Edinburgh Historical Tours - page 7

Discover the sights and secrets of Edinburgh's Old Town on this walking tour. Your guide will take you along the Royal Mile to well-known landmarks, including Edinburgh Castle and St. Giles' Cathedral, as well as to some Harry Potter-related sites and lesser-known gems. Along the way, Edinburgh's rich history will come to life through your guide's stories.

Get out of the city and visit several atmospheric attractions, which double as movie locations, on this small-group tour from Edinburgh. Your journey starts at Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th-century masterpiece that appeared in *the Da Vinci Code*. Marvel at the Leaderfoot Viaduct, star of the most-recent Indiana Jones movie, then cross the border into England and see where Harry Potter took flying lessons at Alnwick Castle. Your final stop is the picturesque coastal village of St Abbs, which appeared in *Avengers: Endgame.*

Discover Scotland from a different perspective—and explore parts of the country you’d otherwise miss—on this tour of filming locations from the hit TV series Outlander, including round-trip transfers from Edinburgh. Visit a historic village, see landmarks including Midhope Castle and Falkland Palace, and learn why the setting is so perfect for Claire and Jamie’s story. Along the way, stay refreshed with Scottish snacks and bottled water included.

Harry Potter fans—this one’s for you! Discover the places where author J. K. Rowling gained inspiration to write the world-renowned series of books with stops at the Royal Mile, Edinburgh’s Old Town, and a very important café. Along the way, enjoy entertaining Harry Potter–related commentary, such as stories about the characters and J. K. Rowling’s life in Edinburgh.

To make the most of your time in the Scottish Highlands, a tour that packs plenty into your itinerary is a must. On this small-group option from Edinburgh, check off multiple highlights in just two days—with all the logistics taken care of. Make the most of photo ops at Loch Ness and Glen Coe, delve into the history of Culloden Battlefield, take a riverside stroll at Dunkeld, and admire Glenfinnan Viaduct (seasonal), famed for its role in the "Harry Potter™" movies.

Explore the famous architecture of Melrose Abbey and Roslyn Chapel and learn all about the history behind these Renaissance buildings in a way you couldn’t from a guidebook alone. Step into a living moment in history, and uncover secrets of the wealthy and important people who once lived, worshiped and visited here. Hear stories about the heritage and traditions of Scotland in the heart of the Borders. Do more than see the sights—be immersed in the culture.

Taken in Edinburgh’s famous sites while hearing the history and folklore of witchcraft on this affordable self-guided walking tour. • See where the Wizard of West Bow lived and walk in the footsteps of the women sentenced to death for witchcraft • Hear from producer Katrina Milne who’s lead over 2000 clients on our tours since launching Travel Kat Tours in 2018 • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before and after your booking date • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline. Please note that this is a hilly walk.

Take in top natural attractions including Glencoe, Ben Nevis, and Loch Ness on this day trip from Edinburgh. Pass the iconic Stirling Castle en route through the Trossachs, then head onto Glencoe—a region steeped in history. Explore Fort William, home to Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, with a guide, then follow the Great Glen to the village of Fort Augustus. After lunch on the shores of Loch Ness, pass Loch Laggan and stop for a stroll in a Highland village.

Scotland is home to many fine whisky distilleries often overlooked in the capital. This private tour lets you sample the best of Edinburgh's whisky scene by visiting two single malt distilleries and the exclusive Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Learn about whisky origins, discover local history, enjoy tastings, and take in Edinburgh’s sights.

Save time and check off four Scottish castles on this full-day private tour from Edinburgh. Three of the castles—Doune, Blackness, and Drummond Castle—are featured in the television show “Outlander”. Fans will also recognize Doune Castle as the fictional Winterfell in “Game of Thrones”. The trip also visits Stirling Castle—the home of Scottish aristocrats for many generations.

Discover Edinburgh's tasty and captivating history of gin as you join a local host for an exclusive 3-hour tour. Sample some delicious gins from around the city, including tasting your way through its Gin Triangle—rich in centuries' worth of distilling culture—and visit independent distilleries and bars. Learn about different styles of gin that make them unique through their variety on botanicals while sipping away with your knowledgeable self-proclaimed savants.

While most walking tours help you explore Edinburgh’s storied cobblestone streets, they often skip over the darker and more mysterious aspects of the city’s history. On this ghost tour, hear the story of some of Edinburgh’s most infamous ghosts and learn about the ghoulish torture methods that the city used to use to punish wrongdoers.

Stroll through Edinburgh's Old Town and visit major sights including the Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Grassmarket, and Victoria Street on this walking tour, which includes admission to Edinburgh Castle. Hear stories of Edinburgh's history and notable figures as you explore the city's cobbled streets and hidden closes with an expert guide.

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of dramatic cliffs on the beautiful east coast. Enjoy lunch in North Berwick and explore the seaside town. Embark on a boat tour to spot puffins, seals and more wildlife.

Learn magical facts about the historic city of Edinburgh that most guidebooks miss on this witches and wizards walking tour. Learn Edinburgh’s role in the Scottish witch trials, see the sights that inspired stories like Harry Potter, hear the real-life tales of some of the country’s most notorious witches, and much more.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this walking tour covers all of the most-important sights in Edinburgh, from the cobblestones Royal Mile and majestic Edinburgh Castle to the lively Grassmarket and haunting Greyfriars Kirkyard. As you stroll the ancient and atmospheric streets, you'll learn all about the history, myths and legends of Scotland's beguiling capital.

Leave the bustle of Edinburgh behind and discover the best of the Scottish Highlands in just one day on this private tour. Travel through Glendevon, the Sma’ Glen, Glen Quaich, and the Trossachs, then step inside Doune Castle, a 15th-century fortress featured in TV shows and movies before exploring the village of Kenmore at your own pace. Finish your day with a guided visit to Glenturret Distillery (own expense), Scotland’s oldest working distillery.

Escape the city for a day—and explore the historical and cultural highlights of Stirlingshire—on this private, full-day tour from Edinburgh. Following morning pickup directly at your hotel, see where the Battle of Bannockburn was fought, and tour the famed Stirling Castle. You’ll also pay tribute to William Wallace at the National Wallace Monument, will visit the medieval Dunblane Cathedral, will see the magnificent ruins of Doune Castle, and more.

Lace up your running shoes and explore Edinburgh on foot. This private running tour takes you are the Scottish capital at your own pace and ensures that you see all of the most important city landmarks before tackling the challenging climb up Arthur's Seat for a panoramic view of the city skyline.

Once upon a time, Edinburgh was so crowded and filled with death and disease that it was sealed up, and a whole new city was built on top of the ruins of the old one. Explore the vaults—this hidden underground city—on a tour of this most haunted area of Edinburgh, and learn about how people would have lived and died here.

Edinburgh is steeped in history, much of it macabre—this private walking tour immerses you in the city's rich myths, legends, and ghost tales and allows you to understand how they have formed the city's distinctive character. You'll hear the stories behind such attractions as as Greyfriars Kirkyard and St. Cecilia's Hall and gain a new perspective on Edinburgh from your local host, who sets the pace according to your speed.

Edinburgh’s history features intriguing tales, milestone events, and legendary characters, so its Old Town warrants more than an independent stroll. Give it detailed attention on a 2-hour walking tour with a guide in costume who knows it inside out. View famous buildings, a haunted cemetery, and film locations; and unravel the events that shaped the city without having to plan your own sightseeing. Choose from different time slots to suit you.

Experience Edinburgh Old Town’s highlights in your own way with this self-guided audio tour. Download the app onto your smartphone, and set off when it suits to discover the streets and sights: stopping, lingering, and restarting whenever you wish. Wander cobbled closes, stroll parks, and admire grand buildings as you discover history and detail you might otherwise miss. Lifetime access to the tour also means you can enjoy it at home any time in the future.

On a journey around the West of Scotland with highly knowledgeable tour guides, learn about the rich cultural heritage of this wild region. Steeped in history, the West of Scotland is popular with tourists because of its dramatic scenery, but it’s also full of culture and tradition. Learn about the Highland clans who lived here, and see the castles, lochs and mountains that make this area so famous.