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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.

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 (from April 2026), 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.

The best souvenirs come with a story, so try your hand at crafting your own custom Harris Tweed® mini handbag during this workshop experience in Edinburgh. Choose your bag's body color, select a unique Harris Tweed® cloth lid, and personalize it with decorative straps to match your style—whether that's contemporary or classic.

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.

As Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh packs in plenty of historical monuments and cultural destinations—and this hop-on hop-off bus tour provides a thorough introduction to the city’s top sights. Choose a 24- or 48-hour ticket and explore Edinburgh’s most famous landmarks at your own pace, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and more. With panoramic open-top views, convenient stops across the city, and the freedom to create your own itinerary, it's an easy way to experience Scotland's capital.

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.

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.

Even if your time in Scotland is limited, you can still get out of the capital and into some of the country's best landscapes by booking this guided tour from Edinburgh. Visit historic sites such as Stirling Castle, modern wonders including the Kelpies, and one of Scotland's most beautiful places: Loch Lomond National Park. You also get a taste of Scotland's national drink at a whisky distillery.

Led by your Blue Badge guide, explore Edinburgh’s historic streets on a private walking tour. Skip the long lines at Edinburgh Castle and walk the Royal Mile to Holyrood Palace and the Scottish Parliament. Discover hidden closes and courtyard parks while learning about the city’s vivid history.

A guided tour taking you through the New Town and Old Town of Edinburgh Visit four unique Edinburgh bars and venues Comfortable group sizes of no more than ten attendees chaperoned by an experienced tour guide and drinks specialist. Four serves of Scottish alcoholic drinks, including cider, real cask ale, whisky, gin & tonic, cocktails and an optional meat & cheese platter. Learn about the city’s history, architecture and the story of brewing and distilling in Edinburgh

Visit a bespoke whisky lounge right in the heart of Edinburgh for a journey through Scotland's past. Savor single malt whiskies from several esteemed distilleries to uncover the secrets of Scotch whisky-making, and experience the great Scottish tradition of storytelling on this tasting tour.

The Edinburgh Dungeon is one of the Scottish capital's most-visited attractions, for good reason. The thrilling experience takes you on a wild underground journey through Scottish history that is equal parts terrifying and hilarious. Plan ahead and ensure a hassle-free visit by pre-booking your admission ticket for the Edinburgh Dungeon.

See a different side to Edinburgh and combine the best of the underground and haunted graveyard tours on this double dead walking tour, during which you visit two of the city’s spookiest attractions: South Bridge Vaults and the Covenanter’s Prison. The latter is only accessible on City of the Dead tours and our guide provides plenty of exclusive insight you wouldn’t get on your own.

The Isle of Skye is the largest of Scotland’s Hebrides Islands and this multi-day tour from Edinburgh ensures you take in all the highlights. Admire natural wonders such as Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Ben Nevis; visit Lealt Falls, Dunvegan Castle, and Kilt Rock on the Isle of Skye; and see Eilean Donan Castle, where "Highlander" was filmed.

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle! Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College - a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street - said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley - and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you'll be given your tickets to explore the beautiful Edinburgh Castle!

Set off from Edinburgh and enjoy an unforgettable day touring the Scottish Highlands in a comfortable vehicle. See Linlithgow Palace, Stirling Castle, the historic town of Pitlochry, and more while your guide points out film locations for the James Bond and Harry Potter movies on this scenic route. Explore the Glenfinnan Viaduct with views over Loch Shiel; the Jacobite Steam Train may be seen crossing if running on the day.

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.

Experience Scotland with a guide to take you from Edinburgh to show you everything from ancient towers to historic university towns to abbeys and more on this small-group driving tour. See all these sights in a comfortable car while your guide tells you all about the area’s rich history and folklore.

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe! Then, enter the incredible Edinburgh Castle with tickets included! Starting at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, we first head to historic Waverley Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College - a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration for JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street - said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley - and we finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city. After the tour, you'll be given your tickets to explore the beautiful Edinburgh Castle!

Venture to the Scottish Highlands and spend two nights on the Isle of Skye, including a steam train ride on The Jacobite of the West Highland Railway Line—aka the “Hogwarts Express” of Harry Potter fame. This hassle-free 3-day guided trip from Edinburgh takes you on a comprehensive itinerary of regional highlights such as the Old Man of Storr, Eilean Donan Castle, and the legendary Loch Ness.

Explore Scotland's *Outlander* sites without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads. This small-group tour from Edinburgh takes you to Blackness Castle, which stood in for Fort William in the TV show; to the historic villages of Culross (aka Cranesmuir) and Falkland (Inverness); as well as Dysart Harbour (Port of Le Havre), and the ruins of Midhope Castle (Lallybroch).

Shortlisting which Edinburgh’s highlights to visit in a day can be a challenging task, so save yourself the research time and join this private tour instead. Ride with ease in a spacious minivan and see a variety of ancient and modern sites—including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, New Town, The Scottish Parliament, and Rosslyn Chapel.

Feast your senses on the diverse cuisine of Edinburgh during a private food tour that allows you to tailor your itinerary according to personal tastes. As well as receiving undivided attention from a food-obsessed local host, you’ll discover eateries and restaurants that you may otherwise have missed, and collect food recommendations for the rest of your vacation.