Group size varies by option: small group from €124 · private from €171
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
11:00, 13:00, 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
Four food stops connect Edinburgh's Old and New Towns, with tastings substantial enough for a meal.
Guiding, dessert and a local ale or Scottish soft drink are included; stops and dishes vary, and severe food allergies cannot be accommodated. 4.95 from 338 reviews at €124 per person for 3h.
In our comparison: #6 of 21 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
Option
What the operator says
From, per adult
Small-Group Food Tour (12 max)The page price
Taste haggis, Scottish seafood, local drinks, and sweet treats across Edinburgh’s Old Town on a small-group food tour. Duration: 3 hours
€124
Private Food Tour Upgrade
Enjoy a more intimate, personalised food experience, shared exclusively with your group. Duration: 3 hours Includes an extra tasting
€171 for 2+ people
Children from €99 (ages 7 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.
Included and not included
Local English-speaking guide
Finish with a sweet treat at a beloved Edinburgh dessert spot (stuffed cookie or ice cream)
Enjoy generous tastings across Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns, enough to make a full meal
Guided walking tour through Edinburgh's closes, the Royal Mile, and Victoria Street
‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Enjoy a local ale or Scottish soft drink perfectly paired with a savory bite
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks
Reviews
5.0
338 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 334 of 338
Star breakdown of all 338 ratings
5 stars
328 · 97%
4 stars
6 · 2%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the Scottish food and historical commentary; walking between stops can involve crowded streets
Praised
Guides connect Scottish food with Edinburgh's history and local stories
Varied Scottish dishes, with haggis often exceeding expectations
Generous portions leave travellers feeling full
Welcoming guides help the group feel comfortable and sociable
Useful recommendations for other places to eat and visit
Complaints
Crowded streets can complicate walking between food stops
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (23 June 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Meet your guide in St Andrew Square by the Melville Monument. Your guide will be wearing a purple tote bag and will be standing by the bench with Paddington Bear. · Open in Google Maps
This is the endpoint of the 3PM tour., This is the endpoint of the 11AM tour.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
London Food Tours by Eating Europe; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
New Town
Your tour opens in Edinburgh's grand Georgian New Town. In the morning, you'll head to a multi-award-winning bakery beloved by locals since its beginnings in Leith, and try freshly made scones with cream and jam; afternoon guests will try instead a bowl of warming, traditional smoked haddock soup, cullen skink.
35 min
Taking in breathtaking views of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, and Arthur’s Seat, you’ll learn about the rich tapestry of Edinburgh’s history and how it weaves together the stories of the Old and New TownsPass by, no stop
3
Cockburn Street
A cozy café-restaurant renowned for serving the best haggis in town. Enjoy a tasting of haggis bon bons with raspberry whisky marmalade paired with an iconic Scottish soft drink.
30 min
Stand in the heart of Edinburgh’s most famous street, the Royal Mile
Stretching between Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Castle, this historic street marks where the city of Edinburgh began over 900 years ago.
Pass by, no stop
Stroll along the colorful and winding Victoria Street, one of Edinburgh’s most picturesque and iconic streets, often said to have inspired Diagon Alley in Harry PotterPass by, no stop
Situated right beneath Castle Rock, enjoy stunning views of Edinburgh Castle from below and hear the fascinating story of one of Scotland’s most infamous women, Maggie DicksonPass by, no stop
7
Grassmarket
Step inside this beloved local spot and discover their chilling legend! Named after a woman who survived her own execution, it’s the perfect place to enjoy fish and chips with a half-pint of local ale.
30 min
8
To finish the tour, end with a sweet seasonal dessert, an ice cream or a stuffed cookie10 min
About this tour, from the operator
Edinburgh doesn't give up its best stories easily, but it does give them up over food.
On this 3-hour small-group tour, you'll move between the Georgian elegance of the New Town and the cobbled medieval closes of the Old Town, eating your way through four hand-picked stops that tell the city's story from the inside out. You'll try haggis in a way that surprises even the skeptics, warm up over a bowl of Scotland's finest smoked fish soup in a pub that's been here since 1823, visit a pub with a spooky past, and end with a sweet treat, and more!
No lost-in-the-crowd moments, no rushed tastings; just a small group, an expert guide with real stories to tell, and a route that reads like Edinburgh at its most essential.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Walking Requirements: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking between food stops. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Please consider your mobility when booking.
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
The tour is for ages 7 and above. Children under 7 may be refused entry due to vendor restrictions.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Strollers OK
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Good to know
Food included ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Children from €99 ages 7 to 12
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #6 of 21 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €400, median €64; typical length 2h. 3 of 21 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 21 Food Tours