SCOTLAND · EDINBURGH
The trips worth raising a glass to.
The 15 Scottish edinburgh tours travellers book the most, gathered in one place with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.
Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe on a 12.5-hour Highlands coach tour. Photo stops, Urquhart Castle, and optional Nessie cruises.
Most Popular“Had an enjoyable day out very good value for money. Mark and Greg were great craic for the whole day and the lads didn’t put a foot wrong”
Harry Potter meets old Edinburgh on a 2-hour guided walk: house sorting, trivia quiz, and Tom Riddle’s grave at Greyfriars Kirkyard.
“The tour was fantastic. Kieren made it fun, informative, and exciting. He had an answer for every question, not only about Harry Potter but also about Edinburgh. Thanks for such a magical experience.”
Guided hour in Edinburgh’s candle-lit South Bridge vaults with murder and witch stories, plus an optional torture exhibition.
“Jordan was wonderful tour guide and natural story teller.”
Guided Edinburgh Castle walk with an entry ticket from $49. Great Hall stories and Castle Rock views, then you explore inside.
“Our guide, Nick, made the tour very enjoyable. He was fun to listen to and made the Castle's history very interesting to hear. I would definitely recommend him as a guide to anyone visiting the Castle.”
Edinburgh to Loch Ness and Glencoe in one long day, with optional cruise, whisky at Deanston, and stops like Fort Augustus and Pitlochry.
“A great trip throughout the beautiful Scottish natural landscapes mingled with the driver's sense of humor and entertaining talk and stories. 2 thumbs up!”
A 75-minute Edinburgh ghost walk and vault tour: Royal Mile wynds, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and underground chambers with spooky history.
“We had an amazing time on this tour, which was made well worth it by our amazing tour guide James - he was funny, interesting and kept everyone on their toes throughout & really put a lot of effort into including everyone. A great storyteller too. A++”
Ticketed Edinburgh Castle history tour from the Royal Mile. English guide, 80 minutes inside, top views, plus museum time after.
“Excellent tour, highly recommend. Max our your guide was amazing.”
Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Pitlochry in one long coach day from Edinburgh, with optional boat cruise or whisky distillery add-on.
“The trip to loch ness was amazing, our coach driver Nick was amazing commentator, the booking through website was quite easy. The cost of trip for two people was affordable and there were proper breaks.”
Hop-on Edinburgh’s open-top bus for 24 hours of panoramic views, audio in 9 languages, and Horrible Histories for kids from $24.
“Friendly & helpful staff & driver, really enjoyed the journey & interesting facts about the city”
1.5-hour haunted walk through Greyfriars Kirkyard and Edinburgh Vaults with Greyfriars Bobby and Burke & Hare stories.
“very interesting and great experience. diva the tour guide was very enthusiastic and helpful.”
Small-group Loch Ness and Highlands day tour from Edinburgh with Glencoe, Fort Augustus cruise and Nessie sonar, plus scenic breaks.
“I took this tour with my husband, my two kids, my sister and her three kids. We came from the States but we consider ourselves mostly Scottish because our mother lives here. The trip was great, even considering that the weather was not. Kieran was funny, very knowledgeable and very engaging throughout the entire trip.…”
Guided walk inside Edinburgh Castle with a pre-booked ticket, photo time, and stories from a live guide. Includes entry and guided stops.
“Its great to start your stay in Edinburgh , short but but very informative. Started and ended on time.”
Guided Edinburgh Castle walk on the Royal Mile with skip-the-line entry. Learn dungeons and Crown Jewels, then explore on your own.
“Energetic guide who loved history. Made for a great experience! I traveled alone but this tour company was extremely friendly”
Guided Scotch whisky tour in Edinburgh’s famous vault with a tutored dram, blending lessons, and regional tasting from Speyside to Islay for $33.
“Great experience, great guide and the whiskey collection is fantastic. definitely a must.”
Walk Holyroodhouse in 90 minutes with a multimedia guide, see Mary Queen of Scots’ rooms, the King’s spaces, and Abbey ruins.
“The self guided audio tour was great. Lots of interesting information.”
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