The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Edinburgh

Enjoy a one day tour visiting filming locations of the award-winning TV series, Outlander. Visit castles, palaces and mansions. Explore Linlithgow Palace, Outlander's Wentworth Prison;...
$84

Explore the rich history and culture of Scotland on a day tour from Edinburgh, visiting notable sites steeped in legend. Explore the mysterious Rosslyn Chapel,...
$71

Some cities inspire stories. Edinburgh built one. J.K. Rowling wrote much of Harry Potter here — broke, recently divorced, and raising a child — and...
$23

This whiskey tasting is an enriching and educational experience in which you will discover the history, culture and why this iconic drink arouses so much...
$56

Underground City of the Dead Tour
Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' and forgotten for centuries, these...
$31

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...
$28

Join this captivating 1-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the history, legends and scenic landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands. This tour explores Scotland's past with...
$62

Join us on a personalized private tour spanning 12 hours, designed to encapsulate the essence of Scotland in a single day! Experience the breathtaking beauty...
$101

4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This tour takes you to the island of Islay, a Scottish island paradise, with stunning scenery, ancient history, traditional culture and home to...
$1,501

Spend an unforgettable 8 days with us as we explore Scotland's North Coast 500, Isle of Skye and Orkney Isles. Discover Scotland's most beautiful sites...
$2,548

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a magical two day escape to the Highlands. Traveling through spectacular...
$243

Escape the Old Town crowds on a guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s most photogenic neighbourhoods, featuring the Georgian-era New Town, historic Dean Village, and the...
$32

Discover Edinburgh's quirkiest Gin Distillery on this small-group tour and tasting at Pickering's Gin. Whilst many distillery tours focus on big-name brands, this intimate experience...
$34

The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour
Join the intrepid duo, Clart (as in muck!) and our clean-hankied intellectual Mcbrain, who will lead you on a brilliant and witty dramatic romp through...
$34

Edinburgh - Old Town Stories
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...
$25

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...
$83

Bespoke Itinerary Planning for your trip to Scotland and the UK from a Experienced Tour Guide. After three years of touring with customers in Scotland,...
$69

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...
$891

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...
$41

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...
$95

