Top Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours

Q: Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Edinburgh?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Edinburgh are: Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours Edinburgh Luxury & Special Occasions Edinburgh Luxury Tours Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours Edinburgh Tours & Sightseeing View all tour styles in Edinburgh →

Step back in time as we retrace the footsteps, lives and locations of Claire and Jamie from Outlander, as they lived over 400 years ago. …More

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Outlander Private Tour from Edinburgh

Step back in time as we retrace the footsteps, lives and locations of Claire and Jamie from Outlander, as they lived over 400 years ago....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$777

Escape Old Edinburgh with a Thrilling Outdoor Puzzle Trail

Step into Edinburgh's delightfully dark past with 'A Trail of Burke & Hare', an outdoor escape room experience that plunges you into the sinister legacy …More

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Escape Old Edinburgh with a Thrilling Outdoor Puzzle Trail

Step into Edinburgh's delightfully dark past with 'A Trail of Burke & Hare', an outdoor escape room experience that plunges you into the sinister legacy...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

Enjoy Scotland and let yourself be back to the past in the Jacobite wars. Feel you are in the middle of the XVII century, understanding …More

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Ruta Outlander en Español

Enjoy Scotland and let yourself be back to the past in the Jacobite wars. Feel you are in the middle of the XVII century, understanding...

9 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

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$75

Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town

Edinburgh Walks offer unique small group private guided walks through parts of this UNESCO World Heritage city of Edinburgh. Your guide was born in Edinburgh, …More

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Private Walk: Edinburgh Old Town and New Town

Edinburgh Walks offer unique small group private guided walks through parts of this UNESCO World Heritage city of Edinburgh. Your guide was born in Edinburgh,...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$313

Edinburgh Private Walking Tour in Spanish

Discover exclusively Edinburgh's most iconic buildings and landmarks with our private tour. At Clan Pascual Tours, we want to provide you with a complete experience …More

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Edinburgh Private Walking Tour in Spanish

Discover exclusively Edinburgh's most iconic buildings and landmarks with our private tour. At Clan Pascual Tours, we want to provide you with a complete experience...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$480

Follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch hunts. • Discover stories …More

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Ghosts, Mysteries, and Witches Tour

Follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch hunts. • Discover stories...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Harry Potter’s Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Come with me Muggles on a self-guided audio tour and explore the Edinburgh that inspired J.K. Rowling’s global phenomenon! We'll explore the secret alleyways of …More

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Harry Potter’s Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Come with me Muggles on a self-guided audio tour and explore the Edinburgh that inspired J.K. Rowling’s global phenomenon! We'll explore the secret alleyways of...

40 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation

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$12

St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a …More

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St Andrews, Kingdom of Fife & Fishing Villages – Private Day Tour

Skip the crowds and explore St Andrews, The Kingdom of Fife and the East Neuk fishing villages on a fully private, door-to-door tour in a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$169

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

Beginning at one of Glasgow's oldest and most impressive structures, Glasgow Cathedral, you’ll embark on a journey through the very best of Glasgow. Moving into …More

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Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

Beginning at one of Glasgow's oldest and most impressive structures, Glasgow Cathedral, you’ll embark on a journey through the very best of Glasgow. Moving into...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$182

Discover what is beyond the city walls on your very own half day private tour of the surrounding areas of Edinburgh in our superb Land …More

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Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

Discover what is beyond the city walls on your very own half day private tour of the surrounding areas of Edinburgh in our superb Land...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$617

Central Scotland Driving Tour - Stirlingshire (Private)

Discover whats beyond the city walls on your very own full day private tour of central Scotland in our Land Rover Discovery. See the castles, …More

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Central Scotland Driving Tour - Stirlingshire (Private)

Discover whats beyond the city walls on your very own full day private tour of central Scotland in our Land Rover Discovery. See the castles,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$754

Scotch Tour Edinburgh with a Local Expert: Private & 100% Personalized

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about …More

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Scotch Tour Edinburgh with a Local Expert: Private & 100% Personalized

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$131

Braveheart Tour: Stirling Castle, The Kelpies & Mini Highlands

Our Braveheart tour is a breath-taking Tour of ancient Scottish Castles, Stunning mountainous scenery and Majestic Lochs. This Tour takes you on a journey through …More

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Braveheart Tour: Stirling Castle, The Kelpies & Mini Highlands

Our Braveheart tour is a breath-taking Tour of ancient Scottish Castles, Stunning mountainous scenery and Majestic Lochs. This Tour takes you on a journey through...

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,227

5-Day Orkney & Northern Coast Tour from Edinburgh Incl Admissions

Venture to the far-flung Orkney Islands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh with 3-star accommodation included, and visit top Highland towns and attractions, too! With …More

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5-Day Orkney & Northern Coast Tour from Edinburgh Incl Admissions

Venture to the far-flung Orkney Islands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh with 3-star accommodation included, and visit top Highland towns and attractions, too! With...

5 days

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$1,438

3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

*Selected attractions are included in the tour price. Soak up the spirit of Speyside on a 3-Day small-group whisky tour! Explore Scotland’s principle malt whisky …More

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3-Day Speyside Whisky Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

*Selected attractions are included in the tour price. Soak up the spirit of Speyside on a 3-Day small-group whisky tour! Explore Scotland’s principle malt whisky...

3 days

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$777

5-Day Highland Explorer and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Discover the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 5-day tour from Edinburgh. Traveling in a luxury minivan with a knowledgeable guide, see …More

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5-Day Highland Explorer and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Discover the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 5-day tour from Edinburgh. Traveling in a luxury minivan with a knowledgeable guide, see...

5 days

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$1,253

This is a 2-14 day private tour of the Scottish Highlands operated by Dirty Daves.... there is no set Itinerary..... no rules and no holds …More

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Multi Day Private Tour Of Scotland

This is a 2-14 day private tour of the Scottish Highlands operated by Dirty Daves.... there is no set Itinerary..... no rules and no holds...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$3,016

Edinburgh: Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan - 2 Day Tour

Experience the beauty of the north-west Highlands on this two-day tour from Edinburgh. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the Wallace Monument, and even …More

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Edinburgh: Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan - 2 Day Tour

Experience the beauty of the north-west Highlands on this two-day tour from Edinburgh. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the Wallace Monument, and even...

2 days

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5-Day Best of Scotland Tour from Edinburgh

Experience the natural beauty of Scotland on a 5-day tour through the Lowlands, Northern Highlands, West Coast and the magical Isle of Skye. Focusing on …More

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5-Day Best of Scotland Tour from Edinburgh

Experience the natural beauty of Scotland on a 5-day tour through the Lowlands, Northern Highlands, West Coast and the magical Isle of Skye. Focusing on...

5 days

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$1,219

The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

This day trip from Edinburgh offers stunning views over the highlands and lochs of Scotland. This tour offers some stunning scenery and plenty of photo …More

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The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

This day trip from Edinburgh offers stunning views over the highlands and lochs of Scotland. This tour offers some stunning scenery and plenty of photo...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours are:

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Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Free Cancellation?

Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Edinburgh Cultural & Theme Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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Got any more Edinburgh trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Edinburgh?