Walk from the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse with a character-guide and tastes of whisky, haggis, neeps and tatties, tablet and fudge. The food and whisky tasters are included; moderate fitness is required, and the walk ends at the palace gates. 4.93 from 57 reviews at €48 per person for 2h–2h 10m.
Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House. Plus, a taste of whisky, haggis and artisan Scottish fudge, included in your experience.
Discover Edinburgh’s hidden corners on our Historical Gems Walking Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours - a must-do experience for history lovers and foodies. This walking tour is ideal for anyone wanting a bite-sized taste of Scottish culture – literally, and figuratively!
Led by an expert character guide, explore secret closes, tucked away courtyards, and atmospheric gardens while uncovering stories of Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns, and literary greats like J.K. Rowling and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Visit iconic Outlander filming locations, and enjoy a traditional taster of haggis, neeps and tatties with a dram of whisky at Hot Toddy, plus handmade Scottish artisan fudge and tablet from The Fudge House.
A charming experience for both visitors and curious locals alike!
This tour runs Thu, Fri, Sat, departing at 13:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.
Meet your character guide outside Caffè Nero, 1 Parliament Square. Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in for your tour. We are unable to provide refunds for no-shows. The start of the tour cannot be delayed due to operational reasons.
Open in Google MapsYou will finish your exploration at the gates to Holyrood Palace
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #10 of 26 | €48 | 2h–2h 10m | 4.93 (57) | shared |
| Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared |
| Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge | €21 | 2h | 4.94 (1008) | shared |
| 4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh | €1302 | 4 days | 4.98 (172) | shared |
Ranked #10 of 26 in Whisky Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €1302, median €68; typical length 9h. 0 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 26 Whisky Tours