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Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch

4.9 · 1,401 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Secret Food Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Group size varies by option: max 12 from €116 · private from €412
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Taste haggis, neeps and tatties, Scottish cheese and cakes while exploring the Old Town on foot.

A food guide, tastings, tea, water and a Lowland single malt are included; the menu and itinerary can change, and hotel pickup is excluded. 4.92 from 1,401 reviews at €116 per person for 3h.

Best for: Start with the Small Group Food Tour: Old Town, haggis and Scotch, 3h at €116 per person, 4.92 from 1,401 reviews; menu and route can change. Food Tours comparison

Trade-off: Menu and itinerary can change.

In our comparison: #11 of 21 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

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.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Small Group Food TourThe page priceSmall-Group Tour: Discover our Edinburgh Food Tour in a small group of 12 people or less.€116
Private Tour OptionUpgrade to Private tour: Opt to upgrade for a private Edinburgh food tour, exclusively for you and your group!€412

Children from €104 (ages 3 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Scottish Cakes & Creamy Scottish Cheese
  • Tea & Water
  • Delicious Traditional Scottish Haggis
  • Neeps and tatties
  • Our Local Expert Foodie Guide !
  • Our delicious Secret Dish !
  • Lowland Whisky Single Malt
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.9
1,401 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,377 of 1,401

Star breakdown of all 1,401 ratings

5 stars
1,320 · 94%
4 stars
57 · 4%
3 stars
18 · 1%
2 stars
5 · 0%
1 star
1 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the Scottish food and local storytelling, though some find the pace rushed.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides mixing Edinburgh history with food stories
  • Varied Scottish tastings, with haggis and scones often singled out
  • Enjoyable whisky tastings with informative explanations
  • A welcoming atmosphere that puts solo travellers at ease
  • Useful tips for restaurants and places to visit afterwards

Complaints

  • Some find the pace rushed at food stops or on the walk, while others describe an unhurried experience

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 June 2026 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
MEETING SPOT: The front of St Giles Cathedral at the West parliament square side, opposite the french consulate. Address: High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, UK Directions: The guide will be carrying an orange umbrella, so you can spot him/her easily · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour ends at St Marys street which is about 3/4 of the way down the Royal Mile.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Secret Food Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every
single person to ever set foot on it. What better way to explore its mysteries than through our shared love of
food?

On our Secret Food Tour: Edinburgh, you won’t just eat delicious dishes — you'll also dive into the history
behind them, gaining a true understanding of Edinburgh’s thriving culinary scene.
You'll explore the historic Old Town like a local and taste the dishes that we here love most.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €104 ages 3 to 12

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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