Things to do in Edinburgh

Welcome to Edinburgh, the enchanting Scottish capital where history, culture, and picturesque landscapes converge to create a captivating tapestry.

Explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle, perched dramatically atop Castle Rock, and delve into centuries of Scottish history within its stone walls. Meander down the historic Royal Mile, a bustling thoroughfare flanked by centuries-old buildings, where shops, pubs, and street performers invite you to immerse yourself in the city's lively atmosphere.

Discover the elegant Georgian architecture of the New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a delightful contrast to the medieval Old Town. Traverse the cobbled streets and narrow closes, catching glimpses of hidden courtyards and historic landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral.

Edinburgh's cultural vibrancy comes to life during the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival, where streets and venues are alive with performers, artists, and revelers from around the globe. Embrace the city's literary heritage by exploring the realms of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter or paying homage to Sir Walter Scott at the stunning Scott Monument.

Unique experiences and things to do in Edinburgh

SL-IT Tour di Glasgow e laghi di Scozia - Italian Tour Guide

(3 Reviews)

Unknown treasures of Scotland: the city of Glasgow and the lakes Lomond and Katrine

52.00 £

Edinburgh Christmas Tour with a local

(5 Reviews)

Wrap up warm as you join one of our local hosts to explore the enchanted winter wonderland which Edinburgh transforms into during Christmas time.

You’ll discover the historic cobbled streets of Old Town draped in twinkling lights, the magical Scottish Christmas markets and Christmas trees fit to dazzle Santa Claus himself.

Indulge in festive foods and follow the light trail at the Royal Botanic Garden!

This tailored service is designed to show you the best parts of Edinburgh at Christmas, where you want to be, at your own pace.

What's priceless

Get tips about other Christmas-themed things to do in the city from your local guide

A cup of hot chocolate, mulled wine to warm up or a soft drink per person

0.00 £

GT-EN Edinburgh: 2-Hour Nighttime Ghost Tour - English Tour Guide

(3 Reviews)

In this Tour of the Ghosts, Mysteries and Witches you will enter for two hours in the black history of Edinburgh.

13.00 £

LN-EN Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands from Edinburgh

(3 Reviews)

Enjoy a unique experience visiting some of the most charming places in Scotland: Glencoe Valley, Ben Nevis, Great Glen and, of course, Loch Ness. This is the best value for money tour you can book in Scotland!

45.00 £

GT-AG Edinburgh: 2-Hour Nighttime Ghost Tour - Audioguide

(3 Reviews)

On this Spanish tour, follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch hunts.
• Discover stories of witch hunts, murderers and ghosts
• Wander the narrow city streets at nightfall with a Spanish guide
• Visit a cemetery famous for its high levels of paranormal activity
• Meet the infamous ghost of Edinburgh Castle

4.50 £

5 Day : Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh (B&B Room twin beds , room for 2 people only)

(5 Reviews)

Isle of Skye, Jacobite Steam Train**, Loch Ness Cruise, Whisky Tasting, Eilean Donan Castle, Highland Capital Inverness, Culloden Battlefield, Glencoe, Fishing Port of Oban, Armadale Castle

985.00 £

LN+INV-IT - Inverness, loch Ness and Urquhart castle - Italian tour guide

(3 Reviews)

Travel to Inverness, discover Loch Ness and fall in love with Urquhart castle. Enjoy the picturesque village of Pitlochry, famous for its Victorian style and the tradition of fishing.

63.00 £

Edinburgh One Day Tour with a Local Guide : 100% Personalized & Private

(5 Reviews)

Oh, bonny Scotland. You’ll spend a day in Edinburgh with one of our friendly local hosts and visit sites like Edinburgh Castle and Scott Monument before taking a turn off the beaten path to some less-touristy spots. Take in the view from Calton Hill, discover Old Town together or explore Edinburgh Food Market. Enjoy making this historic city your own, with bonny memories and plenty of scotch, ye ken?

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

122.00 £

PRI-SL-EN Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Loch Katrine - English Tour Guide - Private tour

(3 Reviews)

Unknown treasures of Scotland: Glasgow, the lake of the fairies and the castle of Outlander.

54.68 £

FTNT-IT Edinburgh: 3-Hour Walking Tour - Italian Tour Guide Free tour

(3 Reviews)

Encontraras la información más actualizada en nuestra web Scoziatour.com

El Tour de New Town y Dean Village es la forma perfecta de conocer la preciosa expansión de Edimburgo durante su momento de mayor esplendor. Conocerás la fascinante relación entre el diseño de la New Town y la ilustración escocesa que convirtió a Edimburgo en la “Atenas del Norte”, te enamorarás de la preciosa plaza de Charlotte, donde está la residencia oficial del Primer Ministro, la Bute House, y tras la Ciudad Nueva, nos dirigiremos al mágico valle profundo: Dean Village, una auténtica cápsula del tiempo en forma de precioso barrio a la orilla del río Water of Leith.

En nuestro Free Tour de New Town y Dean Village, nuestros guías te contagiarán su pasión por esta ciudad y sus calles, visitando la plaza de St. Andrews, con sus preciosas edificaciones como la Dundas House, veremos la imponente fachada de la Royal Scottish Academy, conocerás porque Edimburgo homenajea de forma especial a Jorge IV y la peculiar historia de una comunidad como el Well Court.

Los menores de edad deben ir obligatoriamente acompañados por uno de los padres.
En este tour no se admiten grupos de estudiantes (colegios e institutos). En este caso tendrá que reservarse para hacerlo de manera privada a través de info@viajarporescocia.com
Este tour no está recomendado para personas con movilidad reducida. Tendremos que pasar por cuestas pronunciadas y escaleras. Tan solo en modo privado se podrá modificar el itinerario del mismo para que pueda acceder una silla de ruedas.

0.00 £

Isle of Skye & The Highlands Tour with Jacobite Steam Train (B&B single accommodation )

(5 Reviews)

This three day tour packs it in with Eilean Donan Castle, Glencoe, Loch Ness, a steam train journey over the Glennfinnan Viaduct , and a visit to Dunkeld.

1025.00 £

Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local Guide, Highlights & Hidden Gems

(5 Reviews)

Settled in the rocky hills, Edinburgh offers everything from beautiful architecture to stunning landscapes, and everything in between. You’ll join one of our hosts, and from here it’s up to you if you’d like to strut your stuff down the Royal Mile, or pay homage at the Scott Monument? Are you a landmark beeliner, or a leisurely wanderer? Just tell us your pace and we’ll stick to it.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

41.00 £

FTCV-ES Free Visit to Edinburgh Castle - Spanish Tour Guide

(3 Reviews)

Do not miss any detail of the most important castle in Scotland thanks to the explanations of our guides in Spanish.

0.00 £

Airport Transfer: Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Luxury Car

(5 Reviews)

Reliable ground transportation from the airport
The modern traveler will appreciate the importance of being able to seamlessly travel from the airport. If you’re traveling multiple times a year to far flung lands, you’ll be well aware of the individual and unique pitfalls and difficulties that can await your journeys from the airport. With a reliable airport transfer, you can experience the same high levels of service wherever you are - a familiar feeling in often unfamiliar environments. Your chauffeur will greet you in the airport as you touch down, ready to help you with your luggage to your waiting vehicle before delivering you smoothly and directly to your waiting accommodation in the city.

149.00 €

FTCV-IT Free tour to Edinburgh Castle - Italian Tour Guide

(3 Reviews)

Come and discover Scotland's most important castle in Italian. Unmissable!

0.00 £

FTNT-ES Edinburgh: 3-Hour Walking Tour - Spanish Tour Guide

(3 Reviews)

Encontraras la información más actualizada en nuestra web Viajarporescocia.com.

Los menores de edad deben ir obligatoriamente acompañados por uno de los padres.
En este tour no se admiten grupos de estudiantes (colegios e institutos). En este caso tendrá que reservarse para hacerlo de manera privada a través de info@viajarporescocia.com
Este tour no está recomendado para personas con movilidad reducida. Tendremos que pasar por cuestas pronunciadas y escaleras. Tan solo en modo privado se podrá modificar el itinerario del mismo para que pueda acceder una silla de ruedas.