Top Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours

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

Scotland Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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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 →

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour. Leaving from Edinburgh, we …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (6,710)

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour. Leaving from Edinburgh, we...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (6,710)

from
$65

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Scotland’s second-most-popular tourist attraction as you learn about the bloody history including stories of the kings and queens who lived in this castle. There is …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (6,184)

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Scotland’s second-most-popular tourist attraction as you learn about the bloody history including stories of the kings and queens who lived in this castle. There is...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (6,184)

from
$56

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. Passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace, the …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (6,180)

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series. Passing famous landmarks such as Linlithgow Palace, the...

12 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (6,180)

from
$67

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

A chocolate experience to remember! Fully indoors and perfect come rain or sunshine! See and touch the fruit of the chocolate tree, and learn all …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (4,836)

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

A chocolate experience to remember! Fully indoors and perfect come rain or sunshine! See and touch the fruit of the chocolate tree, and learn all...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (4,836)

from
$38

1 Day Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and legendary tales await. Stand on the shores of mysterious Loch Ness or …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.8 (3,858)

1 Day Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Highlands, where breathtaking landscapes and legendary tales await. Stand on the shores of mysterious Loch Ness or...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (3,858)

from
$71

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with our guided walking tour that combines a walk on the historic Royal Mile and a guided …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (2,919)

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with our guided walking tour that combines a walk on the historic Royal Mile and a guided...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,919)

from
$73

What makes Tennent’s Lager Scotland’s favourite beer? Find out our 450+ years of brewing tradition and award winning beers, and enjoy a pint of the …More

Glasgow, Scotland

5.0 (2,719)

Glasgow: Tennent Brewery Tours Ticket

What makes Tennent’s Lager Scotland’s favourite beer? Find out our 450+ years of brewing tradition and award winning beers, and enjoy a pint of the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2,719)

from
$29

Grab a wand and join your robed guide on the original tour of Edinburgh designed especially for Potter fans! Founded in 2012, we are the …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

5.0 (2,494)

The Potter Trail Private Tour

Grab a wand and join your robed guide on the original tour of Edinburgh designed especially for Potter fans! Founded in 2012, we are the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2,494)

from
$30

Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Dark as the devil's heart, our haunted underground network of vaults from the 1700s will stimulate and excite your senses as the sinister history of …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.8 (2,390)

Haunted Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Dark as the devil's heart, our haunted underground network of vaults from the 1700s will stimulate and excite your senses as the sinister history of...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (2,390)

from
$33

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture. The tour runs for around two hours taking …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (2,318)

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture. The tour runs for around two hours taking...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,318)

from
$25

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day small-group adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch …More

Inverness, Scotland

4.9 (2,278)

Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Tour from Inverness

We leave behind the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, for a full-day small-group adventure to the magical Isle of Skye. We drive along the world-famous Loch...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,278)

from
$88

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included

Join us on an unforgettable journey through millennia as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich history …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (2,259)

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included

Join us on an unforgettable journey through millennia as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich history...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,259)

from
$53

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Cool Shore Excursions Experience Award winning tour. Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one …More

Inverness, Scotland

4.9 (2,224)

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

Cool Shore Excursions Experience Award winning tour. Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,224)

from
$91

St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

Contrast elegant architecture with sweeping coastal views. Compare the ruins of a wind-swept castle with the curves of an ancient golf course. And visit Scottish …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.8 (2,179)

St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

Contrast elegant architecture with sweeping coastal views. Compare the ruins of a wind-swept castle with the curves of an ancient golf course. And visit Scottish...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (2,179)

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$71

Old Town Historical and Underground Tour

Led by either the holder of a PhD in Scottish history or a guide with decades of experience providing historic tours in Scotland’s capital, this …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.8 (1,926)

Old Town Historical and Underground Tour

Led by either the holder of a PhD in Scottish history or a guide with decades of experience providing historic tours in Scotland’s capital, this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,926)

from
$27

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

Depart central Inverness and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a cruise to view the ruins of the 13th century, Urquhart …More

Inverness, Scotland

4.9 (1,910)

Loch Ness, Outlander & Urquhart Castle from Inverness

Depart central Inverness and journey to the world-famous Loch Ness, where you will join a cruise to view the ruins of the 13th century, Urquhart...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,910)

from
$51

Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour

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

4.9 (1,878)

Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour

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...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,878)

from
$71

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander on this small-group tour, with a local guide regaling all the …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (1,877)

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander on this small-group tour, with a local guide regaling all the...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,877)

from
$83

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

This tour is led by Edinburgh Guided Tour — a small team of exceptional Guides, including PHD Historians, a Professor, and a Museum Manager. Each …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (1,622)

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

This tour is led by Edinburgh Guided Tour — a small team of exceptional Guides, including PHD Historians, a Professor, and a Museum Manager. Each...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,622)

from
$48

3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of …More

Edinburgh, Scotland

4.9 (1,607)

3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of...

3 days

4.9 (1,607)

from
$244

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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