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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 538 reviews

Explore Edinburgh Castle, with ticket included

Learn about the history of Edinburgh Castle, with entry ticket to the castle and guided tour inside the grounds included in the price.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1230 reviews

The Dark Side of Edinburgh

Learn what tour guides leave out, hidden crimes and long-forgotten sadistic characters!

4.55 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Discover Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands

Soak in Scotland’s scenic highlights on this one-day coach trip from Edinburgh.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 3042 reviews

Small Group Size Harry Potter Tour

Discover the streets and secret alleyways where J.K. Rowling found her inspiration.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 736 reviews

Explore the darker side of Edinburgh

Walk the city with a local guide and learn about its less than savory history.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 2226 reviews

History Lovers Old Town Walk

Uncover the hidden stories and characters that make Edinburgh's Old Town so intriguing.

4.73 out of 5 average rating, 271 reviews

Edinburgh Magical Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

Explore the real-life places that inspired Harry Potter’s world — right here in Edinburgh.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 1058 reviews

Introduction to Whisky The Lost Close

Step underground into The Lost Close for a 90‑minute guided whisky tasting—4 classic drams, local storytelling, and Scotch‑tasting tips in a hidden vaulted Edinburgh space

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviews

Hills, heather & Highland cows: Hike the Pentlands

Get your nature fix, have a great workout, and meet Highland cows in the Pentland Hills.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 2181 reviews

Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh

Walk Edinburgh's Old Town with me, learning and laughing about Scotland's rich history.

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Essential Edinburgh: Old Town tour – Spanish

Discover the highlights of Edinburgh's Old Town in Spanish. Explore its must-see spots while we share its history, fun facts and secrets in an intimate, entertaining and very engaging way.

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Comedy Cellar Edinburgh: Live Stand-Up

Meet the founder beneath The Canons’ Gait and get a glimpse of how an Edinburgh comedy night comes together. Then take your seat for 90 minutes of live stand-up, including a short interval.

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Doune Castle and Ben A'an Scotlands Mini-Mountain

A fantastic day combining history and spectacular views. Doune Castle, used in Outlander, Game of Thrones and Monty Python. Then Ben A'an in the Southern Highlands known as Scotland's Mini-Mountain

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Walk the Witches Maze by candlelight

Trace the stories of accused witches in the Witches Maze, hear ghost and cannibal legends from Lord Moncrieff, then follow lanterns along dark castle paths.

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Follow Scotland’s witch hunt footsteps

Move from the Witches Well to the General Assembly Church of Scotland, Riddles Court and Greyfriars Kirkyard with a Scottish history graduate sharing witch trial stories.

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Brush Highland Cows on a Farm Day with Transport

Head south through the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, greet the farm team, brush and feed the Highland cows, then explore the farm, cafe and gift shop before returning to Edinburgh.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Savour chocolate and cocktails in Edinburgh

Savour rich chocolates paired with expertly crafted cocktails in Edinburgh’s vibrant heart.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Enjoy chocolate and wine in Edinburgh

Savour artisan chocolates paired with fine wines in a guided Edinburgh tasting experience.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Create your own chocolate truffles in Edinburgh

Craft your own delicious chocolate truffles in an artisan workshop. Discover chocolate-making secrets, perfect for gifts or just some hands-on chocolate-y fun!

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Your personal photographer in Edinburgh

Explore the city's most iconic spots with a professional photographer and get all your photos + 30 edited ones ready to share.

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