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

Scotland, United Kingdom
Full-Day Isle of Skye Adventure from Inverness

Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt. …More

Travel at your own pace, enjoy plenty of photo stops, and immerse yourself in Highland life with your very own Highlander Guide in a kilt....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$281
Edinburgh: Loch Ness & Highlands Privately Guided Luxury Day Tour

Embark on a journey through the Highlands on this one day tour, where you’ll get to visit Scotland’s famous Loch Ness - with a chance …More

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Embark on a journey through the Highlands on this one day tour, where you’ll get to visit Scotland’s famous Loch Ness - with a chance...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$237
Standing Stones, Inveraray and Kilchurn Castle & Highlands Tour starting Balloch

We're the only Tour Operator in Scotland who provides a tour like this! 5000 year old Standing Stones, 2 historic Castles, stunning Highland scenery and …More

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We're the only Tour Operator in Scotland who provides a tour like this! 5000 year old Standing Stones, 2 historic Castles, stunning Highland scenery and...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$130
Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall

Join us for a visit to Orkney where you will see some of the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe. Designated a Unesco World …More

Join us for a visit to Orkney where you will see some of the oldest and best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe. Designated a Unesco World...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$254
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
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$891
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

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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
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$130
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond General Admission Ticket

Which sea creatures do you love the most? Magnificent Sharks, colourful Clownfish or perhaps inquisitive Otters?  Maybe you simply can’t decide! Here at SEA LIFE …More

Which sea creatures do you love the most? Magnificent Sharks, colourful Clownfish or perhaps inquisitive Otters?  Maybe you simply can’t decide! Here at SEA LIFE...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$14
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
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$578
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
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$123
Invergordon Port PRIVATE TOUR 16 passengers MAXIMUM

Come join us for an adventure where you are personally guided around the highlands by fun, friendly experienced highland lassie's. (Avril or Lorraine) This is …More

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Come join us for an adventure where you are personally guided around the highlands by fun, friendly experienced highland lassie's. (Avril or Lorraine) This is...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,850
Greenock Ocean Terminal: Loch Lomond & Highland 7 Hr Private Tour

Ideal for cruise ship passengers looking for a half-day tour that ticks all the boxes, Lochs, Castles and Highland grandeur. Visit famous names such as …More

Ideal for cruise ship passengers looking for a half-day tour that ticks all the boxes, Lochs, Castles and Highland grandeur. Visit famous names such as...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$791
Galloway Canyoning Adventure, Murrays Canyon half day

Not sure which canyoning trip to pick, or think a full day might be too much? Our half-day trips are designed just for you! Set …More

Not sure which canyoning trip to pick, or think a full day might be too much? Our half-day trips are designed just for you! Set...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$93
Full-Day Outlander Experience (inc Invergordon Cruise Port)

Embark on an exclusive journey through time, unveiling ancient sites, pivotal battlefields, and iconic castles that encapsulate the essence of Scottish Highland culture. This private …More

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Embark on an exclusive journey through time, unveiling ancient sites, pivotal battlefields, and iconic castles that encapsulate the essence of Scottish Highland culture. This private...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,199
'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
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$94
Edinburgh Private Full Day Guided Tour

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

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

5 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$784
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
Afternoon Tea with Castle Views in Edinburgh

Surrounded by delicate porcelain, centuries-old stories, and privileged views of Edinburgh Castle, you are invited to discover one of Scotland’s most elegant and iconic traditions. …More

Surrounded by delicate porcelain, centuries-old stories, and privileged views of Edinburgh Castle, you are invited to discover one of Scotland’s most elegant and iconic traditions....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
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
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
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
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$59
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