Explore Edinburghs Asian Quarter and Local Scottish Cuisine
Overview
As locals who love to eat, we've learned that Edinburgh has a huge amount of diversity to offer on the culinary front beyond just traditional dishes - we want to show it to you!
I (William) will be hosting you. I want to share my passion for eating in Edinburgh by showcasing hidden gems in the food industry while supporting local family businesses.
We've handpicked each dish based on personal favourites, while taking in mind the history and heritage of each location. We've spent the last year researching the tour, visiting your favourite locations and getting to know the owners and their stories.
There are a lot of hidden gems in Edinburgh that people don't know about and we've included dishes you wouldn't expect to eat in Scotland.
On this tour you'll be away from the tourist traps, with changing locations and dishes based on what's available in the city on that day.
Once we come to an end, we'll provide personal recommendations to help you make the most of your vacation!
What's Included
- Gratuities for Venues
- Food equivalent to more than a 3 course meal
- Surprises along the way!
- Personalised Suggestions for your trip, post Tour.
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Gratuities for Guides
Meeting Location
Chambers Street
Edinburgh EH1 1JF, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
University of Edinburgh
South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, UK
The tour ends at historical Old College, where we will be able to provide recommendations/suggestions on where to head to next and for the remainder of your stay in Edinburgh.
What To Expect
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National Museum of Scotland (pass by)
Edinburgh Futures Institute
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Meadows
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Old College, The University of Edinburgh
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Accommodation for Vegetarians
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-484112P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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.
- Gratuities for Venues.
- Food equivalent to more than a 3 course meal.
- Surprises along the way!.
- Personalised Suggestions for your trip, post Tour.
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off.
- Gratuities for Guides.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Explore Edinburghs Asian Quarter and Local Scottish Cuisine is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore Edinburghs Asian Quarter and Local Scottish Cuisine 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
- Gratuities for Venues
- Food equivalent to more than a 3 course meal
- Surprises along the way!
- Personalised Suggestions for your trip, post Tour.
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Gratuities for Guides
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Accommodation for Vegetarians
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
