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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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5.0 Excellent 92 reviews
4h 30m

'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh!

Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst suppo...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 175 reviews
2h
#11 of 22 · Food Tours

Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More

This incredible tour of Edinburgh begins in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. We’ll take a leisurely walk through the Grassmarket up Victoria Street, on...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 109 reviews
2h
#2 of 4 · Hiking & Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide

On this tour up to Arthur's Seat, your friendly, knowledgeable and professional guide will lead you through Holyrood Park and talk you through the ver...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 83 reviews
3h–4h
#6 of 33 · Walking Tours

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 Ed...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.9 Excellent 310 reviews
2h
#1 of 5 · Pub Tours & Pub Crawls

Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

Explore the rich pub culture of Scotland with a unique walking tour of Edinburgh Sample a variety of local craft beers at charming historic pubs and ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 95 reviews
2h 30m
#7 of 33 · Walking Tours

Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

Explore Scotland’s ancient capital and see a side to the city many visitors miss on this private 2.5-hour Edinburgh walking tour. Follow a private gui...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 74 reviews
1h 30m
#5 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

Private Greyfriars Kirkyard history tour

The Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinbur...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 711 reviews
1h 10m–1h 15m
#3 of 28 · Ghost Tours & Vaults

Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

Step into Scotland's rich and mysterious past on this captivating walking tour, as you explore haunted locations and uncover chilling stories and secr...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 5870 reviews
1h 30m
#5 of 13 · Edinburgh Castle Tours

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included

We pre-collect your tickets so that our Castle Tour gives you easy access into Scotland's most iconic fortification. The 1h30 long tour will cover the...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 4658 reviews
2h
#4 of 12 · Harry Potter Tours

Original Harry Potter Locations: Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Get sorted into your House and test your Potter knowledge. Walk in the footsteps of your...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 71 reviews
7h

Dollar Falls Canyoning Trip

Intrepidus Outdoors is an adventure tourism and outdoor education provider based in Edinburgh. We specialise in canyoning, coasteering, mountain bikin...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 71 reviews
2h
#8 of 33 · Walking Tours

Edinburgh - Old Town Stories

The perfect introduction to the city. Your guide will lead you through Old Town Edinburgh, where you'll be introduced not only to the most famous lan...

Free cancellation
5.0 Excellent 68 reviews
1h
#9 of 22 · Food Tours

Pickering's Gin Jolly Tour, Cocktail & Tasting Tour

Join us for our signature tour and be jolly with us as we open the doors to the quirky and fascinating world of Pickering's. You will discover the sto...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 2353 reviews
2h
#11 of 33 · Walking Tours

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 in ...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 2239 reviews
1h 30m
#6 of 13 · Edinburgh Castle Tours

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 hist...

Free cancellation

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

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.