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

Scotland, United Kingdom
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
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$428
Explore Edinburghs Asian Quarter and Local Scottish Cuisine

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 …More

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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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$137
8 Day Isle of Skye, Orkney & North Coast 500 tour from Edinburgh

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 …More

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...

8 days Free Cancellation
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$2,548
2-Day Inverness and the Highlands Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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 …More

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...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$244
Loch Lomond, Highland Cows, Victorian Town, Castle Half-Day Tour

Experience the beautiful scenery of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, feed our Highland Cows and visit a Victorian town. In this tour, …More

Experience the beautiful scenery of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, feed our Highland Cows and visit a Victorian town. In this tour,...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$641
Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle Small Group Tour from Glasgow

The Loch Lomond tour from Glasgow has a little of everything that Scotland has to offer, from a leisurely cruise on bonnie Loch Lomond to …More

The Loch Lomond tour from Glasgow has a little of everything that Scotland has to offer, from a leisurely cruise on bonnie Loch Lomond to...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$67
Skye Fairy Pools/ Fairy Glen/ Kilt rock / Old Man Storr

This is the only private tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye that takes you to The Fairy Pools , The Fairy Glen , …More

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This is the only private tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye that takes you to The Fairy Pools , The Fairy Glen ,...

11 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,028
Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness on this 50-minute cruise that departs from Dochgarroch. On the Enchantment cruise, you'll have the opportunity to discover …More

Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness on this 50-minute cruise that departs from Dochgarroch. On the Enchantment cruise, you'll have the opportunity to discover...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$33
Walk Dean Village, Circus Lane & Royal Botanics

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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
Hike Arthur's Seat & Calton Hill

Uncover the full skyline of Scotland’s capital on Edinburgh's most complete hill-walking experience. This immersive 3-hour journey includes both Calton Hill and Arthur’s Seat, giving …More

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Uncover the full skyline of Scotland’s capital on Edinburgh's most complete hill-walking experience. This immersive 3-hour journey includes both Calton Hill and Arthur’s Seat, giving...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Highlands and Hairy Coos

This tour is unique for its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. It takes visitors through iconic Scottish scenery, from the beauty …More

This tour is unique for its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. It takes visitors through iconic Scottish scenery, from the beauty...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$78
From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Highlands and Loch Lomond

This tour from Glasgow offers a perfect mix of cinematic history, breath-taking landscapes, and cultural exploration. Highlights include the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in Harry …More

This tour from Glasgow offers a perfect mix of cinematic history, breath-taking landscapes, and cultural exploration. Highlights include the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in Harry...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$82
Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour with Live Guide

LEAVES FROM WATERLOO PLACE or JOIN AT ANY STOP What better way to experience Edinburgh than on board this live guided hop on, hop off …More

LEAVES FROM WATERLOO PLACE or JOIN AT ANY STOP What better way to experience Edinburgh than on board this live guided hop on, hop off...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$27
Reawakening Guided Distillery Tour&Whisky Tasting near Edinburgh

Guided by a Distillery Ambassador, you'll discover the unique whisky making process at one of Scotland's most significant working distilleries. The beautifully restored Rosebank Distillery …More

Guided by a Distillery Ambassador, you'll discover the unique whisky making process at one of Scotland's most significant working distilleries. The beautifully restored Rosebank Distillery...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Scottish countryside on this shore excursion from Greenock port, led by an expert guide. Traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned …More

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Scottish countryside on this shore excursion from Greenock port, led by an expert guide. Traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$107
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
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$76
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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$34
Loch Ness with Castles, Beaches, Mountains and MONSTERS

"Unveil the magic of Loch Ness with this extraordinary one-day private guide tour! Dive into the thrill of Nessie hunting. A truly unforgettable adventure awaits, …More

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"Unveil the magic of Loch Ness with this extraordinary one-day private guide tour! Dive into the thrill of Nessie hunting. A truly unforgettable adventure awaits,...

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,199
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 …More

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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
Cawdor Castle, Standing Stones, Culloden and Loch Ness

This Tour can start from either Invergordon Cruise Port or Inverness – It takes in breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, castles and gardens and your own …More

This Tour can start from either Invergordon Cruise Port or Inverness – It takes in breath-taking scenery, historical landmarks, castles and gardens and your own...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$129
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