--- title: Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 72 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 175 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 11 of 22 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-sweet-treats-food-tour-donuts-pastries-and-more/ --- # Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and More **Guidekin's take:** Walk from Edinburgh Castle through the Grassmarket and up Victoria Street, with a donut stop near the Royal Mile. Guided stories and dining recommendations accompany the route; the walk is not recommended for travelers with significant mobility issues. 4.95 from 175 reviews at €72 per person for 2h. ## Overview This incredible tour of Edinburgh begins in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. We’ll take a leisurely walk through the Grassmarket up Victoria Street, one of the most photographed and beloved streets in all of Edinburgh. Along the way, we’ll point out various restaurants, shops, pubs, and other attractions you should check out while you are in Edinburgh. At our next stop near the Royal Mile, we’ll enjoy a delicious selection of chocolate, jammy, and other kinds of donuts at Mòr Bakery Followed shortly thereafter is a family-owned bakery with classic Scottish pastries that you are going to love. After a quick pause for some photos, we’ll make our way to our last stop which is a specialty coffee shop and donutterie. We hope you can join us on a fun-filled donut adventure in Scotland’s gorgeous capital city. Book your tour today! ## Before you book - Meeting point: You'll meet your guide in Grassmarket… - Starts 10:00, 13:00: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €63: ages 0 to 10 ## Key facts - Price: from €72 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 175 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Underground Donut Tour ## What's included - Create unforgettable memories with friends and fellow travelers. - Enjoy views of Edinburgh's stunning historic architecture. - Receive insider recommendations for dining and local attractions. - Explore Edinburgh's historic streets with a knowledgeable guide. - Discover hidden closes, alleyways, and local gems. - Capture photos of some of the city's most memorable sights. - Hear stories of Edinburgh's culture, legends, and traditions. - Visit iconic landmarks throughout the city center. - Learn about the city's fascinating history and famous residents. - Sample delicious donuts, pastries, and sweet treats along the route. ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Our tour begins here** (10m) - Look for your guide. They'll meet you here for a few quick pictures of Edinburgh Castle. 2. **Edinburgh Castle** (pass by, no stop) - Our tour begins in the shadow of the castle. We'll provide some history of the castle while we try some tasty donuts. 3. **A curving ribbon of cascading cobblestones punctuated with hued buildings, Vi...** (15m) - A curving ribbon of cascading cobblestones punctuated with hued buildings, Victoria Street is one of Edinburgh's prettiest streets. 4. **Royal Mile** (15m) - Buzzing street linking Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, lined with quaint eateries & shops. 5. **Grassmarket** (10m) - Our tour begins in the Grassmarket area where we'll sample some delicious donuts at Kilted Donut. 6. **Princes Street** (15m) - is one of the major thoroughfares in central Edinburgh, Scotland and the main shopping street in the capital. 7. **Scott Monument** (15m) - The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second largest monument to a writer in the world. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:00, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point You'll meet your guide in Grassmarket Square. We want to meet here so you can have a fantastic view of the castle and take a few photos before we begin our tour. We'll meet you in the middle part of the square in front of Semper Tattoo and across from Cold Town House. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ3chZTZrHh0gRtGutBx8H2qY ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Not recommended for travelers with significant mobility issues ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 22** | €72 | 2h | 4.95 (175) | shared | | [Lind and Lime Gin Distillery Tour and Tasting](/uk/edinburgh/tours/lind-and-lime-gin-distillery-tour-and-tasting/?format=md) | €36 | 1h 15m | 5.0 (579) | shared | | [The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh/?format=md) | €33 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (4865) | shared | | [Edinburgh Gin The Classic Tour & tasting](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-gin-the-classic-tour-tasting/?format=md) | €33 | 1h 5m | 4.98 (494) | private | Ranked #11 of 22 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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