Top Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours

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

Scotland 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 St Andrews Must-Sees Daily Walking Tour (11am & 2pm) View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more Scotland trip ideas?

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

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

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

Historic Orkney Private Odyssey by a Native Islander 5h

The ideal half-day introduction to Orkney, paced properly and completely crowd-free. Led by a born-and-bred local guide, this private tour covers Orkney’s Neolithic sites, Viking …More

5.0 (78)

Historic Orkney Private Odyssey by a Native Islander 5h

The ideal half-day introduction to Orkney, paced properly and completely crowd-free. Led by a born-and-bred local guide, this private tour covers Orkney’s Neolithic sites, Viking...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (78)

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$886

Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland

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 …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (98)

Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (98)

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$56

You will not find this Tour available anywhere else... this tour has been specificaly designed by Johnny to show off the Beautiful North East coast …More

Invergordon, Scotland

4.8 (48)

Legendary Dunrobin Castle Tour

You will not find this Tour available anywhere else... this tour has been specificaly designed by Johnny to show off the Beautiful North East coast...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (48)

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$109

St Andrews Self-Guided Audio Tour: Cathedral, Castle & Old Course

Mary Queen of Scots, Prince William and Alice in Wonderland all left their mark on St Andrews. On this self-guided audio walk, you past the …More

St. Andrews, Scotland

3.8 (4)

St Andrews Self-Guided Audio Tour: Cathedral, Castle & Old Course

Mary Queen of Scots, Prince William and Alice in Wonderland all left their mark on St Andrews. On this self-guided audio walk, you past the...

110 to 130 minutes Free Cancellation

3.8 (4)

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$7

Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful …More

Inverness, Scotland

5.0 (177)

Loch Ness,Culloden Battlefield,Cawdor Castle & Much More From Inverness City

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS Whether you are looking for 1 day tours from Inverness or simply trying to take in as many of the beautiful...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (177)

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$658

Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen

The Isle of Skye is a Mystical and Magical place that has long been associated with Fairies. This day long tour from Inverness takes you …More

Inverness, Scotland

5.0 (37)

Private Tour to Skye, Fairy Pools, Portree and The Fairy Glen

The Isle of Skye is a Mystical and Magical place that has long been associated with Fairies. This day long tour from Inverness takes you...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (37)

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$1,302

Step into a world of captivating storytelling and laughter with our unique tour led by a talented group of actors. With their wit and charm, …More

Glasgow, Scotland

4.9 (121)

Guided Walking Tour of Glasgow

Step into a world of captivating storytelling and laughter with our unique tour led by a talented group of actors. With their wit and charm,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (121)

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$25

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

This one-day tour from Inverness takes in some of the most beautiful scenery of the Highlands, travelling past magnificent Loch Ness, before reaching the Glenfinnan …More

Inverness, Scotland

4.8 (168)

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

This one-day tour from Inverness takes in some of the most beautiful scenery of the Highlands, travelling past magnificent Loch Ness, before reaching the Glenfinnan...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (168)

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$88

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 …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.7 (294)

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (294)

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$31

These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about …More

St. Andrews, Scotland

4.7 (222)

St Andrews Old Course History Tour

These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (222)

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$27

Kids Multi-Sensory Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh

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 …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (37)

Kids Multi-Sensory Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh

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...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (37)

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$28

Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William and Glencoe Adventure

Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on this one-day tour from Glasgow. Travel through the highlands and spectacular Glencoe before arriving at the iconic …More

Glasgow, Scotland

4.9 (179)

Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William and Glencoe Adventure

Experience the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on this one-day tour from Glasgow. Travel through the highlands and spectacular Glencoe before arriving at the iconic...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (179)

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$71

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

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 …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.8 (164)

Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery

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...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (164)

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$62

Loch Ness,cawdor castle,inverness,Culloden battlefield,& more from invergordon

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS . This is the ultimate day tour from Invergordon to Loch Ness, taking in some of the most breathtaking, historic and …More

Invergordon, Scotland

4.9 (132)

Loch Ness,cawdor castle,inverness,Culloden battlefield,& more from invergordon

HISTORIC AND SCENIC TOURS . This is the ultimate day tour from Invergordon to Loch Ness, taking in some of the most breathtaking, historic and...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (132)

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$822

St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History

For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the …More

St. Andrews, Scotland

4.9 (166)

St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History

For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (166)

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$34

Edinburgh: Private Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands Tour

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 …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (174)

Edinburgh: Private Loch Ness Glencoe and The Highlands Tour

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...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (174)

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$101

Explore the romantic Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness. Taking in spectacular Highland scenery, your tour passes Loch Ness and the ruins …More

Inverness, Scotland

4.6 (391)

Isle of Skye Day Trip from Inverness

Explore the romantic Isle of Skye on a full-day trip from Inverness. Taking in spectacular Highland scenery, your tour passes Loch Ness and the ruins...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (391)

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$88

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

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (122)

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...

8 days Free Cancellation

5.0 (122)

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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

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (186)

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...

2 days Free Cancellation

4.9 (186)

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$243

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

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (88)

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,...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$644

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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Which Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Scotland 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 Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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