Top Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours

Q: Which Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include: 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 The Edinburgh Dungeon Entrance Ticket View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more Edinburgh trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Edinburgh Tours. Top 10 Edinburgh 2026 Senior-friendly tours Edinburgh The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Edinburgh Top Day Trips from Edinburgh Things to do in Edinburgh this summer View all Edinburgh Trip Ideas →

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 →

Highland Delights: Private Day Tour of the Scottish Highlands

Highland Delights is a private day tour from Hearts & Highlands, a family-run business with a decade of experience showing people the real Scotland. The …More

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Highland Delights: Private Day Tour of the Scottish Highlands

Highland Delights is a private day tour from Hearts & Highlands, a family-run business with a decade of experience showing people the real Scotland. The...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$340

Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour, …More

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Medical and Surgical History of Edinburgh - Private Walking Tour

Let an Edinburgh doctor take you on a deep and fascinating trip into our medical and surgical history! On this three to four hour tour,...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$43

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the …More

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Magical Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Delve into the mystical history of Edinburgh, where visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in the allure of the city's magical past. Explore the...

2 hours

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$34

Edinburgh Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud …More

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Edinburgh Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Edinburgh Private Day Tour takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we are proud...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$243

Highlights of Scotland Custom Private Tour from Edinburgh

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion …More

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Highlights of Scotland Custom Private Tour from Edinburgh

Your Private Highlights of Scotland Excursion allows you to escape into the heart of Scotland. You Customise the itinerary according to your interests, this excursion...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$257

The ultimate Outlander day tour from Edinburgh. Hitting all the many film locations. The tour runs all year around and the itinerary is changeable depending …More

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Ultimate Outlander Day Tour

The ultimate Outlander day tour from Edinburgh. Hitting all the many film locations. The tour runs all year around and the itinerary is changeable depending...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,090

Private Outlander tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

A massive fan of the hit TV show, your tour guide for the day has actually appeared in Season 3 & 4 of Outlander so …More

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Private Outlander tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

A massive fan of the hit TV show, your tour guide for the day has actually appeared in Season 3 & 4 of Outlander so...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$985

Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & Da Vinci Code

Join us on a half-day expedition through the Pentlands region, where the pages of history come alive at Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort …More

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Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & Da Vinci Code

Join us on a half-day expedition through the Pentlands region, where the pages of history come alive at Castlelaw Hillfort, an Iron Age hill fort...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$258

Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond

Embark on a private day tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Collection right outside your accommodation. Travelling privately means you only travel with …More

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Ultimate Day tour Edinburgh: Glencoe, Highland Cows, Loch Lomond

Embark on a private day tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. Collection right outside your accommodation. Travelling privately means you only travel with...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,007

Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the …More

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Private Dark History Tour: Eerie Edinburgh

On this evening walk you will discover Edinburgh's dark side. Hangman's noose and witches' brew, heinous deeds and restless spirits - the closes of the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$52

4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Spend four amazing days exploring the natural beauty and historic treasures of the island of Mull and surrounding areas. You’ll visit Calgary Bay, the islands …More

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4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Spend four amazing days exploring the natural beauty and historic treasures of the island of Mull and surrounding areas. You’ll visit Calgary Bay, the islands...

4 days

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$1,071

8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and …More

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8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

This tour takes you to the West coast, through the Highlands over to Skye and then up to the Orkney Isles with incredible driver-guides and...

8 days

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$2,146

Private St Andrews & Fife Day Tour from Edinburgh

Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a …More

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Private St Andrews & Fife Day Tour from Edinburgh

Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,028

5-Day Orkney and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

An adventure to the Orkney Isles – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic four day tour! Visit the pre-historic sites of …More

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5-Day Orkney and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

An adventure to the Orkney Isles – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic four day tour! Visit the pre-historic sites of...

5 days

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$1,302

Outlander and Castles Film Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn why …More

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Outlander and Castles Film Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn why...

7 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation

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$103

Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of …More

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Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of...

7 hours

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$219

Stirling and Loch Lomond. Myth, Royalty, Scenery and Whisky

All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to …More

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Stirling and Loch Lomond. Myth, Royalty, Scenery and Whisky

All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$754

Private Half Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Black Cab

Experience the majestic charm and historic beauty of Edinburgh in a London Taxi. Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Edinburgh in a classic London …More

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Private Half Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Black Cab

Experience the majestic charm and historic beauty of Edinburgh in a London Taxi. Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Edinburgh in a classic London...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$630

5 Day Isle of Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh

We offer extra small group tours for up to only 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous locations in the Highlands of Scotland and …More

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5 Day Isle of Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh

We offer extra small group tours for up to only 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous locations in the Highlands of Scotland and...

5 days

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$973

Full Day Private Tour of Edinburgh Including Edinburgh Castle

On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also …More

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Full Day Private Tour of Edinburgh Including Edinburgh Castle

On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,097

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

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

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Which Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Edinburgh Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Edinburgh Historical & Heritage 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 Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Edinburgh Historical & Heritage 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?