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Top 10 tours 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 toursBook nowFrom €18.20 per person - Choose your local
4Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
2.5 hours • city highlight toursBook nowFrom €31.23 per person - Choose your local
5Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
3 hours • city highlight toursBook nowFrom €43.54 per person - Choose your local
7The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
3 hours • city highlight toursBook nowFrom €37.48 per person - With Sonny
8Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
1.5 hours • city highlight toursBook nowFrom €18.20 per person - With Sara
10Beautiful East Lothian Beaches Private Day Trip
4 hours • off the beaten trackBook nowFrom €280 per person
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The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh
4.9 125 reviews3 hours • food toursfrom €82.91 per person - Choose your local
City Escape: Loch Ness Day Trip
4.9 177 reviews12 hours • day tripsfrom €266 per person - With Sonny
Empowering Change: Uncover History with a Crime & Punishment Storytelling Tour
5.0 6 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €18.20 per person - Choose your local
Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
4.9 343 reviews2.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €31.23 per person - Choose your local
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
4.9 207 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €43.54 per person - Choose your local
City Escape: Highlands Day Trip
4.9 178 reviews10 hours • day tripsfrom €254 per person - Choose your local
The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
4.9 328 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €37.48 per person - With Sonny
Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
5.0 10 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €18.20 per person
Explore Edinburgh with our incredible locals
Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Edinburgh with locals
- AlecThe Talk o’ the ToonSee More
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- AnetteHistory EnthusiastSee More
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- DavidThe Inquisitive HistorianSee More
- Svend-ErikThe Lively StorytellerSee More
- SaraThe Singing Tour GuideSee More
- StephenCoffee LoverSee More
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City Escape: St Andrews Day Trip
4.9 171 reviews10 hours • day tripsfrom €223 per person - With Sara
Beautiful East Lothian Beaches Private Day Trip
5.0 17 reviews4 hours • off the beaten trackfrom €280 per person - Choose your local
Explore the Edinburgh Castle with a Local Guide
5.0 394 reviews2 hours • art & culture toursfrom €64.74 per person - Choose your local
City Kickstart Tour: Edinburgh
4.9 484 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €27.83 per person - With Monica
Ultimate Outlander & East Lothian Private Day Tour
5.0 90 reviews6 hours • day tripsfrom €200 per person - With David
Scotland Past & Present: Day Trip Back in Time
5.0 13 reviews8 hours • day tripsfrom €221 per person - With David
Authentic Scottish Countryside & Castles Day Trip
5.0 13 reviews8 hours • day tripsfrom €221 per person - With David
Stirling Castle, Trossachs National Park & Highland Cows Day Trip
5.0 13 reviews8 hours • day tripsfrom €221 per person
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- 5.0
Alice the Storyteller!
"What a fantastic experience with Alice with our 3 hour tour of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. It was myself and my husband, in our 60's. We met up at a historic coffee shop and the adventure began. We had messaged with her prior to the trip so we knew what to expect. Always a good plan. We could not have chosen a better guide. Alice was able to take us to some key landmarks and lesser known ones and shared history and stories that we would never have known if we had just decided to "wing it" and wander about. It was like going about town with an old friend. We really loved the experience. Don't be a dummy tourist. Book with Alice. It's worth it and the memory will be priceless."
- 5.0
Very knowledgeable and great story teller
"We had a great tour with Alice - she knows a lot and her storytelling is amazing. She also quickly bonded with our teenage son who had some great exchanges with her. A great start to our Edinburgh experience and we keep going back to what we heard from her while exploring more of Edinburgh. "
- 5.0
Very knowledgeable.
"Alec was awesome. His knowledge of the history of Edinburgh and Scotland is endless. He was extremely friendly and kept us entertained throughout the entire tour. Everyone enjoyed the food selections, most of which we would never have tried on our own. "
- 5.0
Great tour
"A wonderful afternoon of eating and history!"
- 5.0
Edinburgh’s Storyteller
"Alec was a sterling storyteller who made our experience of Edinburgh come to life in HD! Learning about is history, and his history with the city, made for a superb afternoon. But 4 pre-teens are the best critics. Each of our youngsters, unprompted, said how much they enjoyed their time with Alec. “He made us feel like one of the grown ups, but still made it fun for us kids.” Same applies to the grown ups. We loved learning the history and all the anecdotes that make an historic city an intimate haven. "
- 5.0
Fantastic guide!
"Monica is so knowledgeable She gives a great overview of Scottish history adding lot s of stories having you travelling through centuries "
- 5.0
Lovely way to explore Edinburgh
"We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Monica. She was very friendly and easy going, willing to adapt the tour to our interests. She shared many great stories about Edinburgh’s history and lore, and showed us several locations just off the main roads that we wouldn’t have found on our own. "
- 5.0
Great tour
"After a delightful tour with Alice when here last summer, I knew I needed to book another tour with her while here this summer. She is so good at not just telling you information but also helping you live the stories she is telling about the city and its people. A wonderful evening tour, and Alice is great. "
- 5.0
A true artist--captivating and fun!
"Out evening with Alice was everything we could have hoped for. My wife and I have enjoyed many a walking tour over the years, but the the rest paled in comparison this one. Alice brings genuine talent and enthusiasm to her craft as she walks her guests through some of the rich, dark history and lurid tales of colorful characters who have walked the streets of Edinburg. Her presentation was gripping and her knowledge deep. Highly recommended!"
- 5.0
Informative and Amazing Tour!
"If you're looking for the perfect blend of history, humor, and just a wee bit of Scottish magic, look no further than Laura's walking tour of Edinburgh! Our group of six Americans felt like we had struck gold when we had the pleasure of wandering the historic streets with Laura as our guide. From the moment we met, Laura's warm and welcoming presence made us feel right at home, even though we were 5000 miles away. She has a knack for turning every corner into an exciting story and every stone into a piece of living history. We learned more about Edinburgh than we ever could have from any guidebook or website—she even managed to convince us that nearly every saying imaginable originated in Scotland. Laura’s expertise in showcasing the ins and outs of the city is unparalleled. She kept the tour fun and engaging with her endless anecdotes and witty commentary. We laughed, we learned, and we marveled at the rich tapestry of stories that make up this incredible city. The true highlight, though, was Laura herself. Her hospitality, grace, and boundless energy made our experience unforgettable. She turned what could have been just another tour into an adventure six friends will cherish forever. If I could, I'd join her tour 1000 times over—it's just that good. Thank you, Laura, for an incredible day in Edinburgh. You made us feel like locals, and for that, we’re eternally grateful. Keep up the fantastic work, and may your tours always be filled with laughter and joy!"
Enjoy the Best of the Edinburgh
Like a Local
Private & Personalized Tours in Edinburgh with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like Edinburgh, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Edinburgh spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Edinburgh.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Edinburgh, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Edinburgh awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Edinburgh, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Edinburgh. Get ready to explore like a local!
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