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Tours & Guided Tours in Edinburgh

281 tours in Edinburgh, from €4 to €1873 per person, average rating 4.8 based on 195407 reviews.

Edinburgh tours on this page were picked by hand: we read every listing and kept 281 tours rated 4.5★ or higher. Prices stretch from €4 per person for an Old Town walk to €1873 per group for private trips to Skye and the Highlands. Edinburgh guided tours through the Old Town tell its history as you walk, with castle entry bundled into some routes.

A quick way to choose: day trips from Edinburgh to Loch Ness need a full day, so leave room in your plans; a Highland tour with an optional steam train journey needs a closer look before you count on riding the train. For private outings, check whether the price covers your group or each traveller, as both pricing formats appear here. The best reviewed tours in Edinburgh come first below.

Viator lists 1,248 tours for Edinburgh. We screened all of them and kept 281: rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers, real tours only, each one read and summarised by Guidekin.

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4.7 Great 186 reviews
8h
#23 of 26 · Whisky Tours

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 S...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 59 reviews
13h
#24 of 33 · Loch Ness from Edinburgh

Loch Ness, Glencoe and Inverness Tour

Embark on a full-day tour of Scotland's most iconic landscapes. Depart from Edinburgh and discover the beauty of the Highlands with a guide in Spani...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.8 Great 7359 reviews
12h 30m
#22 of 33 · Loch Ness from Edinburgh

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 1-day adventure through Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy stunning scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and a...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 314 reviews
9h

Alnwick Castle, Northumberland and Borders Small-Group Tour

Discover the beauty of the Scottish Borders and Northumberland on this full day tour from Edinburgh. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury 16 seat Mercede...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 64 reviews
2h
#30 of 33 · Walking Tours

Comedy Cellar Edinburgh, live at the Royal Mile

The Comedy Cellar is a small, intimate stand-up comedy club where the audience is right in the middle of the action. Rather than watching comedy in a ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 529 reviews
9h
#8 of 8 · Outlander Tours

Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

Enjoy a one day tour visiting filming locations of the award-winning TV series, Outlander. Visit castles, palaces and mansions. Explore Linlithgow Pal...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 125 reviews
1 day

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour with Live Guide

LEAVES FROM WATERLOO PLACE or JOIN AT ANY STOP What better way to experience Edinburgh than on board this live guided hop on, hop off city tour. Each ...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.7 Great 176 reviews
11h
#56 of 71 · Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Highlands and Hairy Coos

This tour is unique for its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and cultural experiences. It takes visitors through iconic Scottish scenery,...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 140 reviews
1h 20m
#20 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

City of the Dead Underground Vaults (Day)

Experience the most haunted section of Edinburgh’s legendary Underground City with this award-winning guided walking tour. Known as 'Damnation Alley' ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 670 reviews
10h 30m
#69 of 90 · Day Trips from Edinburgh

Hadrian's Wall and The Borders Tour from Edinburgh with Admission

* Includes entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed). Travel through 2,000 years of history as y...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 83 reviews
9h
#58 of 71 · Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

A perfect introduction to Scotland on this small-group tour - history, legend, and breathtaking landscapes all in one. This journey takes you from st...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 162 reviews
12h
#26 of 33 · Loch Ness from Edinburgh

Loch Ness Glen Coe and the Highlands Italian Tour Guide

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery. Take a glimpse of Glencoe, the...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.7 Great 258 reviews
1h 30m
#22 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour in Edinburgh

Combining history, humour and horror, this guided walking tour leads you through Edinburgh's fascinating past and into a locked section of Greyfriars ...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.8 Great 2408 reviews
1h
#18 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

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 t...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.8 Great 3933 reviews
2h
#19 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

Edinburgh Darkside Ghost Tour of Mysteries and Murder and Legends

Edinburgh sells itself on castles and tartan by day — but its real character was forged in the dark. This walk goes after the city's grimmer past: the...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated October 1, 2026

Guidekin's verdict

Editorial picks checked: September 15, 2026 · Ranked by First visit fit, inclusions, duration, group pricing and weighted review score.. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.

We compared selected city walks, castle and ghost visits, day trips and private guides from 281 Edinburgh tours; see each tour category for more options.

What to book first?
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile

Start with the Royal Mile and castle, ticket included: €63 per person, 2h 15m, 4.92 from 2,702 reviews; explore castle buildings on your own.

★ 4.92 (2702 reviews) · €63 per person · 2h 15m · Castle ticket included
Which day trip?
Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands

Choose the English option for a long coach day to Glencoe and Loch Ness: 12h 30m, €54 per person, 4.92 from 6,699 reviews; cruise extra.

★ 4.92 (6699 reviews) · €54 per person · 12h 30m · English only at this price
Private or shared?
Private Old Edinburgh Tour

For your own Old Town guide, book the option for two: €131 per group/vehicle, 2h, 4.99 from 242 reviews; moderate fitness required.

★ 4.99 (242 reviews) · €131 per group/vehicle · 2h · Group price for two
TourBest forPriceRatingDurationTrade-off
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile First walk plus castle entry €63 per person 4.92★ (2,702) 2h 15m Explore castle buildings on your own
Edinburgh Old Town Historical Walk Shared Old Town orientation €24 per person 4.97★ (1,669) 2h Group bookings are priced per person
Edinburgh Castle with Expert Guide Castle entry and guiding €55 per person 4.96★ (406) 2h Outdoor tour requiring moderate fitness
Afternoon Old Town & Underground Ghost Tour Afternoon ghost and vault walk €19 per person 4.81★ (1,700) 1h Children under five cannot join
Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Long Highlands coach day €54 per person 4.92★ (6,699) 12h 30m Food and the optional cruise cost extra
St Andrews & Fife Small Group Day Tour A shorter day by mini-coach €73 per person 4.73★ (2,225) 8h 30m Admission fees are extra
Isle of Skye & Scottish Highlands Skye by coach, 3 days €446 per person 4.94★ (1,377) 3 days B&B Double or Twin: minimum two people
Private Old Edinburgh Tour Your own Old Town guide €131 per group/vehicle 4.99★ (242) 2h Group rate changes with party size

Our editorial picks require a rating of 4.5★ or higher and at least 50 traveler reviews. Read our methodology.

Best tours in Edinburgh, rated by travelers

The highest-rated experiences here, chosen by thousands of real reviews.

Top rated
5.0 Excellent 579 reviews
1h 15m

Lind and Lime Gin Distillery Tour and Tasting

Lind and Lime Gin is forged from the talent, heritage and industry of Edinburgh and its historic distilling district of Leith. In everything that is p...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 223 reviews
2h

Harry Potter & Horrible History Small Group Tour

Step into the magic and mystery of Edinburgh’s UNESCO-listed Old Town on a journey that blends the wizarding world with the city’s darkest secrets. Th...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 198 reviews
10h–12h

Luxury Private Tour of The Highlands Loch Ness from Edinburgh

We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. With our expert local guides, you will be able to explore the stunning landscap...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 189 reviews
3h

Distill a bottle of Gin on mini copper stills

What makes this experience unique is the fact that it is a very hands on, bespoke, personal and very knowledgeable workshop like no other in the count...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 181 reviews
4h

Private 4 Hour Tour of Edinburgh in a Spacious 6-seater Mercedes

During your private 4-Hour Tour soak up the amazing sights of both the Old and New Town of Edinburgh. You will be shown around in a comfortable and sp...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 106 reviews
3 days

Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands Tour

Niall and his team of experienced Scottish Tour Guides always aim to give the best possible experience, whether heritage related, historical, cultural...

Top rated
5.0 Excellent 102 reviews
3 days

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 barred........

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 242 reviews
2h

Private Old Edinburgh Tour - Walk in the footsteps of Royals and Rogues!

Welcome to Historic Edinburgh Tours! We will take you on a fascinating journey through the historic streets of the Old Town. You'll get to explore the...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 221 reviews
12h

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe and Loch Shiel Tour from Edinburgh

Explore the Highlands as you travel from Edinburgh through Glencoe to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The spectacular scenery features filming locations from ...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 158 reviews
4h–5h

Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from all the hills that creates Edinburgh. Find the Scottish Highland feel & Discover Stunni...

Free cancellation
4.81
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Frequently Asked Questions

281 tours are available for booking in Edinburgh on Guidekin. The top-rated is The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh with 4.97/5 from 4,865 reviews.

Prices range from €4 to €1873 per person. The most affordable option is Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour in Edinburgh at €4. The premium choice is 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh at €1873.

Based on 195407 traveler reviews across 281 tours, The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.97/5 (4,865 reviews).

Duration ranges from 50 min to 8 days. The shortest is The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky at 50 min. The longest is 8-Day Orkney Skye and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh at 8 days.

Browse 281 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most tours in Edinburgh offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.