Top Scotland Classes & Workshops

Indulge in a hands-on Scottish cooking class with breathtaking views over Edinburgh from Corstorphine Hill. Hosted by Fiona, a Leith's-trained chef passionate about Scottish cuisine, this intimate experience offers a warm and informal atmosphere for food lovers of all skill levels. Begin with a welcoming tea or coffee and homemade Scottish shortbread in Fiona’s open-plan kitchen, where the city skyline unfolds through large windows. Together, you'll prepare a two-course seasonal menu using the finest local ingredients, then gather around the table to savor the fruits of your labor while being immersed in true Scottish hospitality. As a final touch, leave with a unique Scottish gift and, if you wish, take a short walk nearby for even more stunning vistas of Edinburgh's iconic landscape. Perfect for visitors seeking an authentic taste of Scotland in an unforgettable setting!

Explore the Isle of Skye in a totally unique way with an expert wildlife photographer as your guide. Hike through glens and forest and discover the natural habitats of some of Skye’s most elusive residents: eagles, sea otters, deer, seals and pine martens. Learn how to take professional-quality wildlife photographs with your own camera, and get close to nature with a guide who truly knows the secrets of the Island.

Enjoy a night of laughter at one of Edinburgh's premier cocktail bars, where top Scottish comedians take the stage. Hosted by one of your talented comperes—Ross, Ralph, or Cobin—this intimate comedy show features up to five of Scotland's finest acts. Some performers are seasoned TV veterans, while others are testing new material for their upcoming tours. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails as you immerse yourself in a truly authentic Scottish comedy experience, perfect for both new and seasoned fans alike.

Learn to surf in Scotland’s Cullent Bay with this small-group experience. Join a professional instructor who will guide you through fun, easy lessons in this North Sea coastal setting. Perfect for beginners, the water here is mellow, making it an excellent place to try a new sport. All equipment is provided, including winter wetsuits and gloves, if required.

Go well beyond a generic distillery tour—and take part in a special, hands-on experience that’s perfect for gin lovers—during this gin-making masterclass. Hosted at a distillery in Aberdeen, this experience invites you to blend your very own bottle of Scottish gin. Choose from more than 100 botanicals to create your unique recipe; plus, enjoy additional cocktails, and learn more about local gin history.

Interactive Workshop: A hands-on, sensory experience led by a professional fragrance stylist. Expert Guidance: Learn the "Fragrance Pyramid" and how to balance base, heart, and top notes. Personalised Souvenir: Take home a 5ml bottle of a scent that exists nowhere else in the world. Extensive Scent Library: Experiment with a curated collection of premium accords, from fresh florals to deep musks. Perfect for All: An ideal activity for solo travellers, couples, or groups looking for a unique indoor experience.

Interactive Workshop: A hands-on, sensory experience led by a professional fragrance stylist. Expert Guidance: Learn the "Fragrance Pyramid" and how to balance base, heart, and top notes. Personalised Souvenir: Take home a 5ml bottle of a scent that exists nowhere else in the world. Extensive Scent Library: Experiment with a curated collection of premium accords, from fresh florals to deep musks. Perfect for All: An ideal activity for solo travellers, couples, or groups looking for a unique indoor experience.

Try your hand at distilling rum in Edinburgh, Scotland during this intimate small-group class. Spend hours taking a deep dive into your favorite spirit, with a guide to welcome you with a welcome drink and take you through the history of the distillery and of rum itself. Then partake in a tasting to help give you a better idea of the recipe you want to distill in your own bottle.

After a meet and greet with all guests at the front entrance from our host, we enter the tasting room to enjoy a welcome drink of either Rum or Agave spirit. After a history of the distillery, guests taste three neat samples of their chosen spirit with mixers to compare flavours. Guests then get to relax with a cocktailed created with their chosen spirit to end the tasting experience.

Every wizard must know the cornerstones of magic: spell casting, runecraft, and of course, potions. To perfect your knowledge of alchemy, join our candlelit Edinburgh School of Magic in an ancient cave hidden right behind St Giles cathedral and lost for centuries after the Great Edinburgh Fire.

Unleash your inner distiller at Stornoway's Gin School with this hands-on experience for 2. Together, you and your partner will craft your own unique gin from a selection of over 50 botanicals, guided by an expert distiller. Start with a refreshing Landfall G&T and a full gin tasting that immerses you in the world of gin-making. After designing your flavour profile, you'll distill your recipe on mini traditional copper pot stills and take home a full-size 70cl bottle of your creation. This 3-hour experience is perfect for gin lovers looking to learn and enjoy together.

Many travelers to Scotland enjoy tasting Scotch, but few get the chance to blend their own whisky. This private 90-minute session at Rosebank Distillery includes a short tour and lets you step into the role of a whisky maker by learning how to combine and blend a selection of single malts to create a unique 20cl bottle to take home with a personalized label and wax seal.

Explore the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs on a private full-day tour of the Fife Coast, Dunfermline, and St. Andrews. From Edinburgh, you’ll travel through the dramatic Scottish countryside and absorb panoramic views of the Forth Rail Bridge and the ruins of Dunfermline Abbey. Surrender to the picturesque charm of East Neuk, a rugged stretch of coastline peppered with quaint villages, and delve into the medieval history of St Andrews, considered the religious capital of Scotland. On this private tour, you’ll receive undivided attention from your guide.

A private tour, designed exclusively for you and your guests. A unique way to explore Edinburgh's culinary scene. No two tours are the same! The tour is designed with your wish list in mind. You'll taste a variety of Scottish artisan foods, single malt whisky and European wines in iconic locations. Your local guide is a wine and spirit specialist and will endeavor to make your visit to Edinburgh truly magical.

Discover the Scottish Highlands on a leisurely 2-day trip from Edinburgh that includes overnight accommodation at a hotel or bed & breakfast. Visit two of Scotland’s most popular spots—Loch Ness and Inverness—during scenic drives among pine forests, dramatic castles and charming villages, with an optional boat ride on Loch Ness. Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a small group limited to 16 passengers for a personalized experience with your informative guide.

As a photographer and film maker I have a unique take on the city I call home, the Dean Village and Stockbridge are an absolute must when you come to visit, as much as the Castle itself. Make sure you get the photos you want with a local guide!

Taste a sample of Scotland's biggest export without having to travel outside the city. Learn how whisky is made and why Scotland has a unique advantage over every other manufacturer and country in the world. Taste four examples of the great whiskies of Scotland. This tasting enjoy four different samples. We will visit a Glasgow pub, used by locals and be part of this culture.

This is the only time of the month you can walk out onto parts of the Fife shore that are usually underwater. On the Rocks runs only on the big spring tides of the full and new moon. With your helmet on, you forage the deepest pools with Jayson, a seaweed specialist with longstanding professional experience who has been called a world expert. Then you eat what you gathered: a five-course tasting menu cooked over open fire on the beach. It's a genuine sea-to-fork day, rated 5.0 from 34 reviews on Tripadvisor.

When you’re in the Scottish Highlands, a wonderful way to spend the evening is sipping whiskey and listening to live Scottish music. This tour lets you sample three malt whiskeys while Davy Holt sings traditional and original Scottish songs. Just make your way to the Malt Room, then settle in for a fun evening and maybe make a few new friends.

Go beyond sampling drams at a bar and get a taste of whisky at its source with a small-group guided tasting at Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk. Explore the distillery with a guide who reveals the secrets behind the production process. Then, learn how to taste whisky like a connoisseur during a tutored tasting of three expressions, including a unique sample from a fine cask filled since 2023.

Take your love of gin to the next level with a bespoke workshop in a micro distillery. Learn about how gin is made, enjoy a gin tasting to find your favorite varieties, then design your own recipe with botanical ingredients. Next, make a bottle of your own unique gin—using a copper still—to take home with you afterwards.

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.

Your local guide will introduce you to Scotlands national drink: a must do while in Scotland! You'll learn the language of whisky, how it's made and how to enjoy it. Your guide is a professional taster and can't wait to raise a glass with you! Slàinte mhath!

Take a break from sightseeing and enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of historic St. Andrews. This hands-on experience first introduces you to the history of local watch manufacturing before you build your own timepiece. With a selection of faces and straps, available in metals, leathers, cashmere, wool, and authentic Harris Tweed, you can fully personalize your creation.