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The fun never ends in Edinburgh! Enjoy one of our private tours to the spellbinding Edinburgh Castle, the photogenic Royal Mile or the historic Victoria Street. Discover the incredible things to do in the city with the local of our choice.
Top 10 things to do in Edinburgh
Make your stay in Edinburgh complete with these things to do
- With Sonny
3Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour
1.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €18.20 per person - Choose your local
4Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
2.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €31.23 per person - Choose your local
5Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
3 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €43.54 per person - Choose your local
7The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
3 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €37.48 per person - With Sonny
8Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
1.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €18.20 per person - With Sara
10Beautiful East Lothian Beaches Private Day Trip
4 hours • off the beaten trackExploreFrom €280 per person
“We did our first Withlocals tour when arriving to the city and can highly recommend people to do the same.
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Things to do in Edinburgh
Our locals will give you the best experiences that Edinburgh has to offer
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The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh
4.9 89 reviews3 hours • food toursfrom €82.91 per person - Choose your local
City Escape: Loch Ness Day Trip
4.9 125 reviews12 hours • day tripsfrom €266 per person - With Sonny
Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour
5.0 4 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €18.20 per person - Choose your local
Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
4.9 234 reviews2.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €31.23 per person - Choose your local
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
4.9 153 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €43.54 per person - Choose your local
City Escape: Highlands Day Trip
4.9 126 reviews10 hours • day tripsfrom €254 per person - Choose your local
The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
4.9 224 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €37.48 per person - With Sonny
Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
5.0 4 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €18.20 per person
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- 5.0
A Great Day
"We have taken many walking tours over the years, and our tour with Alec is one of the very best we’ve taken. An unexpected but very interesting part of our tour dealt with the influence geology had in forming the physical landscape of Edinburgh, and how that influenced the settlement and building of the city. Better than that, Alec has a wonderful sense of humor, is warm and engaging, and knows his history. And like all great walking tours, we were shown many things not covered in large group tours or in the guide books. Trust me when I say that you will learn a ton, see it all, and enjoy every part of the experience. We had a choice of guides and are so glad we chose Alec. "
- 5.0
Wonderful!!!
"Alec gave us the warmest possible welcome to Edinburgh! He was engaging and informative and gently humorous. He was personal and professional, thoughtful and very entertaining. His tour was so interesting, that I completely forgot to ask him why he is called “the Auld Reekster”. I would definitely book a tour with him again on our next visit. :)"
- 5.0
Alec was Great!!!
"Loved our walking tour of Edinburgh & he even got me to eat Haggis - I think they were haggis lite, but definitley delicious. Totally enjoyed his company & stories!"
- 5.0
10
"We had the delightful pleasure of having Alec as our guide in Edinburg and St Andrew’s. He provided fascinating historical antidotes and pointed out many stunning sites. He possesses a generous spirit, and it was evident throughout our 10 hours with him that he genuinely enjoys sharing his knowledge and expertise in Scottish history!!"
- 5.0
Good way to get to see Edinburgh
"Alec is a good guide. His knowledge of Edinburgh is excellent. He is a good communicator. We learned so much about the history, culture and architecture. However, this was a '10' tastings of Edinburgh tour. A significant aspect was to 'look through' the foodie lens. We were a little disappointed on the food aspect of the tour. Even though I am not a big whiskey fan, I was disappointed that we did not get to sample some of the Scottish treats or learn about this Scottish drink. Alec was really friendly, knowledgeable, informative and witty but not certain that the tour is doing full justice to the title of '10' tastings. The haggis was excellent but not sure that we actually received ten tastings."
- 5.0
Great Guide
"Alice was wonderful. Excellent history, great story telling and made the city come alive. I would recommend her highly for any traveler to Edinburgh. JK"
- 5.0
Amazing Tour!
"This was a last minute find when I was visiting Edinburgh. Sara fit me in to her schedule and took me on an amazing tour of the areas outside of Edinburgh, golf courses and the beaches! She has so much local information and knows the area well. She made me feel right at home and it was like visiting all these wonderful locations with a friend. Thank you Sara!"
- 5.0
Book a tour with Monica!
"Monica was absolutely wonderful. She’s incredibly kind and is extremely knowledgeable. It’s mind blowing how much history she knows. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with her and look forward to booking another tour with her when we decide to take another trip to Scotland. "
- 5.0
Great Day with Dave!
"He tailored our tour to our specific requests. He was very informative, friendly and personable. We had such an amazing day with Dave! Highly recommend!! "
- 5.0
Great guide, great tour!
"The six of us booked a private walking tour with Alec hoping to see Edinburgh like a local, and he did not disappoint! Alec was super flexible from the start, adjusting out time when we were delayed getting off the ship, and our start location when we realized a festival made it difficult to navigate at our original spot. We saw lots of nooks and crannies, like hidden gardens, we would never have seen on a coach tour, and he shared summaries of historical events in a fun and engaging way! He also identified architectural details that we would never have noticed and explained the story behind them. He is very knowledgeable about the City and we would definitely book him again if we return! Very nice, very patient, and very helpful!"
Enjoy the Best of the Edinburgh
Like a Local
Incredible Activities at Every Turn in Edinburgh
Take in the sights of the city like a local and discover precisely where to go in Edinburgh for an exhilarating journey. From enchanting architecture to fascinating history, you will be enthralled by the captivating things to do in Edinburgh. Follow the lead of your friendly local host to have an unforgettable experience in Edinburgh. History buffs will be captivated by the riveting stories of the city’s past and architecture lovers will be amazed by the gorgeous designs in Old Town and New Town. Taking a stroll down the cobblestone streets of the Royal Mile is one of the most fascinating things to do in Edinburgh. Your local host will show you exactly what to do in Edinburgh if you wish to uncover all the city’s vibrant history among its hidden alleyways. When looking for mesmerizing activities in Edinburgh, look no further than a visit to the glorious Edinburgh Castle. This breathtaking fortress has stood the test of time and has watched over the city for centuries. If you are ever stuck on what to do in Edinburgh, just waltz down the famous Victoria Street for lovely shops and some of the most colorful images in town. The Palace of Holyroodhouse is one of the most spellbinding things to see in Edinburgh. If you are searching for unforgettable activities in Edinburgh, a private tour is a wonderful way to make your adventure 100% customizable. Just tell your local host of your interests and they will take care of everything for you!
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