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Things to do on New Year's Eve in Edinburgh (Updated 2026)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

This tour offers a unique blend of Scottish history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four of Scotland's most …More

This tour offers a unique blend of Scottish history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking scenery. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four of Scotland's most...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (54)
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$891
Edinburgh City 4-Hour Private Guided Tour

The Edinburgh half day city tour is unique for several reasons: **Historic and Architectural Significance** **Literary Connections** **Scenic Views** **Cultural Festivals** **Dark History** **Unique Attractions** …More

The Edinburgh half day city tour is unique for several reasons: **Historic and Architectural Significance** **Literary Connections** **Scenic Views** **Cultural Festivals** **Dark History** **Unique Attractions**...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (72)
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$576
'A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond

We are awarded 'VisitScotland’s 2026 Best Outdoor Experience' — and we’re proud to be the only cycle tour company in Scotland to have received this …More

We are awarded 'VisitScotland’s 2026 Best Outdoor Experience' — and we’re proud to be the only cycle tour company in Scotland to have received this...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (40)
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$95
2-Day Loch Ness and Inverness Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Discover the best of the Highlands on a 2-day small-group adventure. Stay overnight in Inverness, explore Glencoe, the Great Glen and Cairngorms, and enjoy a …More

Discover the best of the Highlands on a 2-day small-group adventure. Stay overnight in Inverness, explore Glencoe, the Great Glen and Cairngorms, and enjoy a...

2 days
4.8 (493)
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$428
A Silent Disco Adventure at the Fringe for August in Edinburgh

Following the last few years of sell-out, five-star shows, the Silent Adventures team are back with even more madness and brand-new adventures to boot. Don …More

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Following the last few years of sell-out, five-star shows, the Silent Adventures team are back with even more madness and brand-new adventures to boot. Don...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$30
Ebrius Party Pub Crawl – 7 Bars, Free Shots & VIP Club Entry

Join Edinburgh’s best party pub crawl and meet fellow travellers for a high-energy night out. Start with drinking games, free shots, and a social atmosphere …More

Join Edinburgh’s best party pub crawl and meet fellow travellers for a high-energy night out. Start with drinking games, free shots, and a social atmosphere...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (80)
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$21
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and The Kelpies Tour from Edinburgh

Enjoy a 1-day tour of the country and experience a fantastic introduction to Scotland through three of the country's most famous elements: castles, lochs, and …More

Enjoy a 1-day tour of the country and experience a fantastic introduction to Scotland through three of the country's most famous elements: castles, lochs, and...

10 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (154)
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$76
Viking Coast and Alnwick Castle Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

This popular very small group tour of around 12 passengers explores Holy Island - scene of the first Viking invasion of Britain - and Alnwick …More

This popular very small group tour of around 12 passengers explores Holy Island - scene of the first Viking invasion of Britain - and Alnwick...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (169)
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$101
Edinburgh: St Andrews & Kingdom of Fife Private Day Tour

Discover the history, golfing heritage and coastline of St Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife on a private day tour from Edinburgh with Hearts & …More

Discover the history, golfing heritage and coastline of St Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife on a private day tour from Edinburgh with Hearts &...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (45)
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$407
Small Group Edinburgh Whisky Tour and Tasting

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and past far beyond your …More

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and past far beyond your...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (74)
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$59
Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure on a small-group tour exploring iconic filming sites of Outlander with Scottish scenery, culture and history a long the way. Travel back …More

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure on a small-group tour exploring iconic filming sites of Outlander with Scottish scenery, culture and history a long the way. Travel back...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (56)
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$83
Edinburgh 3 Hour Walking Tour Italian Tour Guide

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 …More

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (51)
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$23
Edinburgh 2 Hour Nighttime Ghost Tour Italian Tour Guide

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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$23
Private City Kickstart Tour: Edinburgh

Receive a warm welcome to Edinburgh on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In …More

Receive a warm welcome to Edinburgh on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (59)
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$24
Multi-Sensory Witches Trials & Truth Tour in Edinburgh

The witching hour has come — it’s time for a reckoning. Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and …More

The witching hour has come — it’s time for a reckoning. Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Private one hour Harry Potter walking tour

Join us on a private tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town. We will explore where J. K. Rowling gained her inspiration for her global phenomenon …More

Join us on a private tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town. We will explore where J. K. Rowling gained her inspiration for her global phenomenon...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (38)
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$130
Distill a Bottle of Rum on mini copper stills

This rum distilling experience is a very hands on, bespoke, personal and very knowledgeable workshop like no other in the country. Upon entry to the …More

This rum distilling experience is a very hands on, bespoke, personal and very knowledgeable workshop like no other in the country. Upon entry to the...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (50)
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$123
Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours

Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge, …More

Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge,...

120 to 130 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (55)
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$54
6 Day Isle of Mull & Skye with Puffin Experience from Edinburgh

Journey through Scotland’s enchanting west coast and spectacular island landscapes on this unforgettable small-group adventure. You will have time to sample and enjoy local seafood …More

Journey through Scotland’s enchanting west coast and spectacular island landscapes on this unforgettable small-group adventure. You will have time to sample and enjoy local seafood...

6 days Free Cancellation
5.0 (60)
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$1,753
4-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Escape Edinburgh and discover Scotland’s untamed beauty on this 4-day small-group tour to the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands. Explore Glencoe’s dramatic valleys, …More

Escape Edinburgh and discover Scotland’s untamed beauty on this 4-day small-group tour to the Isle of Skye and the West Highlands. Explore Glencoe’s dramatic valleys,...

4 days
4.9 (212)
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$931
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