Top Scotland Walking Tours

Maximize time in Glasgow with a city center walking tour with a local guide. Each tour is unique depending on the guide, but potential stops include George Square, Glasgow Cathedral, and Glasgow Green. As well as well-known sights, the itinerary also includes off-the-beaten-path attractions and hidden treasures that you’d likely miss if exploring alone.

Get a local's perspective on the welcoming, gritty, and fun-loving city of Glasgow on this small-group walking tour. Your guide will regale you with stories about the city's rich history, distinctive architecture, and many colorful characters as you walk to such landmarks as George Square, Trongate, and the Gothic-style Glasgow Cathedral.

Experience the magic of the world’s most famous wizard—and discover insider sights and stories you'd miss if exploring alone—on this Harry Potter–themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Alongside your Potter-mad guide, stroll the city's winding streets, and spot the mysterious alleys and atmospheric landmarks that inspired the wizarding world.

Immerse yourself in the sights and stories of Edinburgh's atmospheric Old Town on this small-group walking tour. Unlike most tours of the Old Town, the maximum group size is just 15 people so you won't be elbow to elbow with other visitors as you explore the area, from the Royal Mile to Greyfriars Kirkyard, and Princes Street Gardens.

This 'Harry Potter' walking tour gets fans closer to spots in Edinburgh that inspired J.K Rowling’s famous books. Walk past key sites that inspired places such as Diagon Alley, and even see the cafes and hotels where the writer wrote her book series. Your guide knows the quickest ways to get around the city on foot to fit more into your time, as well as fun facts about Harry Potter.

Experience the charm of Glasgow with an engaging walking tour led by a troupe of actors. This journey helps you familiarize yourself with the city's layout while immersing you in entertaining storytelling. Uncover hidden tales from Glasgow's history that you wouldn’t discover alone, visiting essential landmarks throughout the city.

Edinburgh boasts a unique brewing heritage that’s often overshadowed by Scotland’s whiskies. This small-group tour throws the spotlight on the capital’s now-resurgent beer scene, with visits to several top pubs and beer bars. Stroll the Royal Mile and discover Old Town highlights as you learn how Edinburgh was once the world’s leading bottled beer exporter. As you go, stop for a range of tastings, and learn the stories behind each brew.

Experience some of the best of what Edinburgh, Scotland has to offer in one small group walking tour. Let your tour leader show you around Edinburgh Castle, The Georgian House, and the Scottish National Gallery. See Princes Street Gardens, Heart of Midlothian, Greyfriars Bobby, and more while you learn all about the city’s history, culture, and heritage from your guide.

Learn more about St. Andrews than is possible wandering around alone by booking this guided walking tour. In a small group, your guide will bring the town to life as you take a leisurely stroll to such attractions as St Andrews' Cathedral, St Andrews' Castle, the Old Course, the University of St. Andrews and hidden gems that most visitors miss.

Experience supernatural chills on this adults-only terror walking tour in Edinburgh. Take a journey along the cobbled streets of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town with a guide and delve deep into the city’s dark past. When darkness has descended on the city, explore hidden underground vaults, and hear stories you’d miss out on otherwise about paranormal experiences.

Many visitors rush through Inverness on their way to the Highlands. This guided walking tour ensures that you don't make the same mistake of missing out on its many attractions. In a small group, you'll visit such landmarks as Inverness Castle, the Inverness Cathedral and Balnain House, as well as some hidden gems, all while you guide fills you in on the history of the Highland capital.

Discover Stirling in the company of a guide who brings the city's rich history to life. Walk in the footsteps of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace, and Robert the Bruce as you explore the old town listening tales of the battles and kings and queens that shaped Stirling and Scotland. You'll see such highlights as Stirling Castle andThe Church of the Holy Rude, as well as some hidden gems.

There are many places to eat and drink in Edinburgh, making planning difficult. On this small-group food and drink tour, you'll explore Scotland's culinary heritage and history with several food stops in the Old and New Towns, including drink tastings that together equal a full meal. Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.

This walking tour of Edinburgh is a great choice for first-time visitors who want to get their bearings of the city and learn more about its history. By exploring the city with a guide, you’ll be able to stop looking at a map and focus on enjoying the sites around you. Your guide will teach you about secret places locals love, as well as the Old Town’s most famous sites. Highlights include St. Giles’ Cathedral, the Mercat Cross, Edinburgh Castle, and much more.

your adventure begins in George Square, the pulsating center of the city, where the renowned slogan 'People Make Glasgow' comes to life with meaning. Delve into the past as you marvel at the architectural splendor of Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis, tracing the origins of this vibrant metropolis. Wander through the enchanting Merchant City, adorned with captivating murals, and unravel the tales of the Tolbooth Steeple, a historic landmark steeped in significance. Immerse yourself in Scottish traditions at St Andrews In The Square before unwinding amidst the serene ambiance of the People's Palace and Winter Gardens. Follow the meandering path along the River Clyde, delving into Glasgow's illustrious shipbuilding heritage, before admiring the Victorian grandeur of Buchanan Street.

Uncover Glasgow's darkest secrets on this eerie walking tour led by your guide. Whilst many sightseeing tours cover only what is found in the guidebooks, this macabre adventure digs deep into the city’s gruesome history with tales of grave robbers and witch trials. Explore haunted locations from Strathclyde University to the Necropolis cemetery before ending at a legendary pub with a spooky past.

Edinburgh is known for its dark past, and this evening walking tour is the original one to showcase the city's historically sinister and spooky side. Discover the hidden ‘wynds’ (alleys) and closes of the Old Town as you learn their mysteries and horrors; visit the ghost-ridden Greyfriars Kirkyard; and explore the city’s underground vaults to uncover their spirits and secrets. Your tour is led by a creepily costumed guide to get everyone into the spooky spirit of things.

See the best of medieval Edinburgh—without the hassle of putting together your own sightseeing itinerary—on this walking tour, which includes skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed historical attractions. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, then breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence.

Skip the guesswork of exploring Edinburgh on your own with a private walking tour led by a local guide. Discover the city’s past and present through its royal history and memorable characters—some of whom inspired well-known books and stories—while visiting highlights on and off the Royal Mile, including the area around Greyfriars Kirk. Along the way, get personalized recommendations on where to eat and drink, and enjoy a relaxed pace with one-on-one attention tailored to couples, families, and small groups.

Explore Edinburgh’s spookiest closes and strangest places and learn about the Old Town’s history while hearing tales of accused witches and warlocks. This walking tour takes you to some of Edinburgh's lesser-known haunted locations, letting you avoid crowds and discover a darker, mysterious side of the city.

With a centuries-long history, the Scottish capital of Edinburgh has lots of different historic, cultural, and architectural hotspots for tourists to discover. Meet your guide at a central location near the Royal Mile and set out on a walk of the city’s storied streets on this half-day small-group walking tour.

Art enthusiasts hoping for a cultural experience beyond the traditional gallery setting shouldn't miss this Glasgow street art excursion showcasing the city's intriguing urban artists. Follow your guide through alleys and beneath bridges to discover Glasgow's public murals and hidden artistic gems. As you go, you can learn about the city's artists, uncover Glasgow's culture and creative industries, and see the Glasgow School of Art.

Explore the streets of Edinburgh on this fun walking tour. As you listen to popular theme songs and hits through your headset, sing along and dance past landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral, the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh Waverley Station, and more. This is an alternative to the traditional tour groups.