Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch
Overview
Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every
single person to ever set foot on it. What better way to explore its mysteries than through our shared love of
food?
On our Secret Food Tour: Edinburgh, you won’t just eat delicious dishes — you'll also dive into the history
behind them, gaining a true understanding of Edinburgh’s thriving culinary scene.
You'll explore the historic Old Town like a local and taste the dishes that we here love most.
What's Included
- Scottish Cakes & Creamy Scottish Cheese
- Tea & Water
- Delicious Traditional Scottish Haggis
- Neeps and tatties
- Our delicious Secret Dish !
- Lowland Whisky Single Malt
- Our Local Expert Foodie Guide !
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1RE, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Saint Mary's Street
Edinburgh, UK
The tour ends at St Marys street which is about 3/4 of the way down the Royal Mile.
What To Expect
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Grassmarket (pass by)
Royal Mile (pass by)
Arthur's Seat (pass by)
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (pass by)
National Museum of Scotland (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Shared group experience
- *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Scottish Cakes & Creamy Scottish Cheese.
- Tea & Water.
- Delicious Traditional Scottish Haggis.
- Neeps and tatties.
- Our delicious Secret Dish !.
- Lowland Whisky Single Malt.
- Our Local Expert Foodie Guide !.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Scottish Cakes & Creamy Scottish Cheese
- Tea & Water
- Delicious Traditional Scottish Haggis
- Neeps and tatties
- Our delicious Secret Dish !
- Lowland Whisky Single Malt
- Our Local Expert Foodie Guide !
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Shared group experience
- *Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
