Top things to do in Edinburgh

Edinburgh's Amazing Harry Potter Walking Tour - Kids Free! in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (176 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover the magic of Edinburgh and the amazing sights that inspired JK Rowling’s wizarding world – all with our fun Potter-head guide! This small-group walking tour is perfect for people who want a more personalised in-depth Potter themed tour of the city. We’ll meet at Tron Kirk on The Royal Mile, and the first stop of the tour is at the historic Waverley Train Station. Then head to Edinburgh University Old College – a famous old campus which provided lots of inspiration to JK Rowling’s creations. We continue through the atmospheric old streets of the Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard which inspired Tom Riddle’s Grave and a shop that inspired Diagon Alley on Victoria Street. We’ll also pass by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat for many hours dreaming up the world of Harry Potter! We conclude our tour near the city’s most famous landmark, beautiful Edinburgh Castle! This is a great tour for families & die-hard fans of Harry Potter!

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Edinburgh 3 Hour Walking Tour Spanish Tour Guide in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (145 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Cover all the major must-see sights in Edinburgh and learn all about the ancient city on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Listen as your guide shares fascinating historical facts, myths and legends about the Scottish capital. • Wander along the Royal Mile, the atmospheric main thoroughfare of the well-preserved Edinburgh Old Town • See the historic fortress of Edinburgh Castle, trek to the Mound and visit the graveyard of Greyfriars Kirkyard • Listen to your guide talking about historical facts about Edinburgh

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Edinburg 2Hour Nighttime Ghost Tour Spanish Guided Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (125 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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

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The Comedy Lock-In in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (99 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 19.26

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Welcome to Edinburgh's original gig above a pub Comedy Club! Are you ready for a night you’ll never forget? Come down to The Comedy Attic where we promise one hysterical MC, a couple of hours of booze-soaked laughter, and some absolutely amazing acts! Remember: What Happens in the Attic, Stays in the Attic! We bring in some of the UK's best comedians, so you’re sure to see an amazing show almost anytime you decide to join us for some post watershed antics. Whether you’re going out with your friends or that special someone, looking for someone to roast the Stag on his last night of freedom, our fun atmosphere and good vibes guarantee you’ll have a fantastic evening

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Edinburgh 3 Hour Walking Tour Italian Tour Guide in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (78 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Cover all the major must-see sights in Edinburgh and learn all about the ancient city on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Listen as your guide shares fascinating historical facts, myths and legends about the Scottish capital. • Wander along the Royal Mile, the atmospheric main thoroughfare of the well-preserved Edinburgh Old Town • See the historic fortress of Edinburgh Castle, trek to the Mound and visit the graveyard of Greyfriars Kirkyard • Listen to your guide talking about historical facts about Edinburgh

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Small-Group Historic Coffee Tour in Edinburgh | 90min in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (74 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

There's no tour like it in Edinburgh! A walking tour specifically around the history of the coffee trade in Scotland. Begin your journey at John’s Coffee House & Tavern, originally opened in 1688 and once frequented by Enlightenment thinkers like Adam Smith and David Hume. Sip a freshly brewed cup from Edinburgh roaster Common Coffee as you explore the role of coffee houses in Scotland’s intellectual and social history. From there, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of key historic sites tied to Edinburgh’s early coffee culture, revealing how coffee arrived in Scotland and how it helped shape conversation, commerce, and community in the capital. Your tour ends with a second coffee at The Lost Close, an atmospheric underground vault hidden beneath the city and sealed for nearly 200 years after the Great Fire of 1824

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Edinburgh: Dean Village Circus Lane Walking Tour with a Local  in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (73 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 24.76

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Escape the overcrowded Royal Mile and enjoy an intimate, personal tour of Edinburgh's hidden gems with a friendly local guide! On this relaxed walking tour you'll encounter the best of Edinburgh - an historic neighbourhood (Dean Village) with architecture dating back to the 1600's, historic monuments, quirky local cafes, quaint hidden alleyways and streets and you'll walk along the city's only river. There might even be a waterfall and if you are really lucky, you might even see local otters, right in the middle of the city! Book this tour if you want to get away from the tourist crowds and experience something a bit more "local". Perfect for anyone who's seen the Old Town.

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Beer Tasting Session in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 1 hour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (63 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Small beer tasting session in an secret underground close, where you'll learn more about the history of Edinburgh through beer. What's not to like?!

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Edinburgh - Old Town Stories in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (57 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 22.01

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

The perfect introduction to the city. Your guide will lead you through Old Town Edinburgh, where you'll be introduced not only to the most famous landmarks, but also to some of the hidden gems that make our beloved city so special. You'll learn about the origins of Scotland and Edinburgh, hear the stories of our illustrious citizens and (in)famous residents, wander among graves and through cobbled streets, always in the company of a knowledgeable and personable guide. Not to be missed!

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Edinburgh 2 Hour Nighttime Ghost Tour Italian Tour Guide in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (53 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

On this Italian 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 an Italian guide • Visit a cemetery famous for its high levels of paranormal activity • Meet the infamous ghost of Edinburgh Castle

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2-Hour Historical Walking Tour Discovering Edinburgh's Old Town in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (44 reviews)

From $ 24.76

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This is our most popular tour, we walk you through Edinburgh's cobbled streets where we will see some of Scotland's most iconic landmarks such as St Giles Cathedral, West Parliament Square, Lady Stairs close, the writers museum, the Lawnmarket, Johnston Terrace, Victoria Street, The Grassmarket, Candlemaker Row, Greyfriar's Kirkyard. Greyfriar's Bobby and The Elephant House. Your costumed guide will share with you the stories that makes up the incredibly colourful History of Scotland's capital. We talk about heroes and villains, witches and pirates, wizards and damsels in distress, Kings and Queens and famous dogs. There's something for everyone. UPDATE We have just won an award for Excellence in Service in Scotland in 2024 so this tour is tremendous value for money.

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Harry Potter’s Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (41 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 11.99

 

Come with me Muggles on a self-guided audio tour and explore the Edinburgh that inspired J.K. Rowling’s global phenomenon! We'll explore the secret alleyways of the Old Town, starting at Edinburgh Castle, then we'll wander down to “Diagon Alley” and find the gravestones of Voldemort and some other well-known characters from the Harry Potter series. We'll spot “Hogwarts School of Wizardry” along the way too, and if you like, you can stop in at the famous and not-so-famous cafes where J.K. Rowling wrote before Harry Potter became a best-seller. Our journey will include: • A fantastic view of the Edinburgh Castle from the esplanade in front of it • The Royal Mile, Old Town’s most famous street • The Writer’s Museum, a literature fan’s heaven • Victoria Street, one of Scotland's most photographed streets • The Grassmarket where you’ll hear a story of one very lucky lady from the 1700s. • Greyfriar’s Graveyard

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Haunted Histories walking Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (38 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

90-minute walking tour around the darker side of Edinburgh's mysterious and historic Old Town. Learn about ghosts, ghouls, torture and terror with our charismatic and theatrical tour guide. An iconic Edinburgh experience suitable for young and old.

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Edinburgh: Discover Edinburgh's Old Town Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (30 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 24.08

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating charm of Edinburgh's Old Town on our walking tour through the city's most significant places. Take an informative, thought-provoking journey that brings the history of Edinburgh to life. Cover all of The Old Towns's major sights, from The Royal Mile to Greyfriar's Kirkyard. See St Giles' Cathedral, The Writers Museum, Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, and much more. Our guides are all experienced storytellers who will weave themes of Royalty, Religion, Politics, History, and Culture into a compelling narrative, stretching from the city's beginnings as a bronze age settlement. Hear the stories of reformations, rebellions, and enlightenment and meet the people who have left their imprint on the city, including Mary, Queen of Scots, Sir Walter Scott, Robert Burns, and many more. After the tour, you'll find yourself in a central location, perfectly situated to further explore the wonders of Edinburgh's Old Town at your own pace.

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Dark History and Ghost Tour of Edinburgh in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (25 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 19.81

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Join a professional storyteller, Paranormal Investigator, and Paranormal Podcast Host as they guide you around Edinburgh, one of the most haunted cities in the world. You would be regaled with tales of Ghosts, murders, graverobbing and bodysnatching and much more as your are guided down the cobbled streets and winding closes of Edinburgh. This five star rated tour have left guests "Checking the shadows to make sure there is nothing hiding there" and the stories "Send chills down the spine" will you be brave enough to join your host for evening and learn the creepiest tales that Edinburgh has to offer. This tour is not suitable for anyone under the age of 12.

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Edinburgh Pub Crawl Free Shots and VIP Entry in Edinburgh

Edinburgh , Scotland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (25 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.64

 

Ready for the ultimate night out in Edinburgh? Join us and dive into the city's buzzing nightlife! We'll take you to 6 lively bars and finish at a top club, with 6 free shots, VIP fast-track entry, and drinking games that get the party started. Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or celebrating something special, this crawl is all about good vibes, new faces, and unforgettable memories. Our energetic hosts keep the night flowing with laughs, dares, and unbeatable drink deals. No queues, no cover charges — just nonstop fun and party chaos. Plus, we upload all the madness to our Instagram so you can tag yourself the next day. Don’t miss out — book now and crawl Edinburgh like a true legend!

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