Edinburgh Christmas Tour: Private & Custom with a Local Guide

Edinburgh, Scotland

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Edinburgh at Christmas time becomes a winter wonderland, and this tour will help you discover the city’s most magical sites. Spend an evening walking past Edinburgh top attractions, as well as hidden parts that locals love. You’ll see the Old Town, Princes Street Gardens, and much more. A local host will teach you about Edinburgh from a local’s perspective and show you where to find the best Christmas lights. Mulled wine or hot chocolate is included, and conveniently, you can customize your tour based on your needs.

Choose a meeting place and time to suit your requirements
A private Christmas Experience tour means a more personalized day
Stay warm with a cup of hot chocolate or mulled wine included
No navigation worries—go on a guided tour of Edinburgh’s most loved sites

What's Included

Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
A glass of mulled wine, hot chocolate or a soft drink
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations

Additional food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Meeting point

Harvey Nichols Edinburgh
30-34 St Andrew Sq, Edinburgh EH2 2LL, UK
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Edinburgh (Pass By)

Princes Street Gardens (Pass By)

Saint Andrew Square (Pass By)

Edinburgh Christmas Market (Pass By)

Royal Mile (Pass By)

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate