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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Entrance to the castle is included. Scotland’s second-most-popular tourist attraction as you learn about the bloody history including stories of the kings and queens who lived in this castle. There is evidence of a fort here for almost 3000 years, and it has been a royal castle since at least King David I’s reign in the 12th century. The Scottish monarchs continued to use it until 1633, and even saw the birth of King James VI within its walls. Your tour will begin on the esplanade of the castle as you hear your guide talking about the origins of the castle and its sieges. Once inside Edinburgh Castle, the guide will take you through the different parts of the fortress and tell you its fascinating history, including Scotland’s kings and queens. Inside the complex you will find three museums, two prisons, a canine cemetery, the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the National Monument to the fallen of Scotland, the Great Hall and a Royal Palace. (not accessible during the tour).
3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh
Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Highlands tour. With a guarantee of discovering new and interesting things and seeing breathtaking scenery and landscapes around every turn. You’ll see why so many movie locations were based and filmed here in Scotland, with views that inspired the likes of Harry Potter (Glenfinnan Viaduct) and James Bond (Glencoe), and more. You’ll be spoilt for choice for getting that perfect picture, especially in the Isle of Skye where many of Scotland’s myths and legends come from. See mountains created by giants, enchanted waters that will give you eternal youth, and hear songs of the faerie folk in the wind. This is a tour that will fill you with joy and leave you with a feeling that can only come from being truly immersed in the moment - something truly priceless. Don’t just take our word for it, check out our reviews!
Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh
This 12 hour tour will fit in as much of Scotland as can possibly done in one day! You will witness the stunning scenery of Glencoe and Ben Nevis before you make your way to Loch Ness for a cruise across its deep waters looking for evidence of its renowned resident, Nessie. Enjoy traveling in comfort on one of our luxury, modern, air-conditioned coaches as you witness the stunning sights that Scotland has to offer.
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Tour from Edinburgh
Our one day tour from Edinburgh takes you sightseeing to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, the Trossachs National Park and introduces you to the land and legends of Scottish heroes William Wallace and Rob Roy. Begin with a spectacular 1 hour cruise across Loch Lomond and finish off with a memorable visit to Stirling Castle before returning to Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.
Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh
Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day trip from Edinburgh. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, you are sure to have a memorable and personal experience on this special day trip for fans of the show and history lovers.
Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours
Explore Edinburgh through food and drink. On this walking tour, your local guide will share the story of the city and you'll enjoy stops along the way our favourite local restaurants to sample Scottish food and drinks.
Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission
*Admission to Stirling Castle is included in the tour price Travel to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond in style on a small-group tour by Mercedes minivan from Edinburgh. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, you are sure to have a memorable and personal experience on this special excursion to Stirling and Loch Lomond.
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Experience the world's most haunted city on a ghost tour of Edinburgh and be spooked by one of the city's most infamous sons as they lead you around the dark side of the Old Town. Discover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and hear some of Edinburgh’s horrifying secrets. Then, visit what is regarded as the most haunted graveyard in the world at "Greyfriars Kirkyard." Finally, go deep underground and explore the Edinburgh Vaults beneath the streets. Completed in 1788, the series of chambers were used to house taverns and as storage space for illicit material, including the bodies of people killed by serial killers Burke and Hare for their medical experiments. Journey through over 400 years of history and hear terrifying true tales of hangings, torture, murders and witchcraft. Shiver at the weird noises and unexplained smells that make an appearance after dark!
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh. Get sorted into your House and test your Potter knowledge. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite Harry Potter actors and screenwriters around the magical world of Edinburgh. Your guide is a movie enthusiast, armed with weird and wonderful Potter trivia. Meet your guide who will put you into your House - prepare to have your knowledge tested in our Trivia Quiz! There are several other games along the way with fabulous prizes to be won. Visit the sites that inspired the movies & books!
Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
Escape the city for the day by coach and follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous wizard, Harry Potter. Scotland has played a huge part in the story of Harry Potter, from the scenic filming locations and inspiring architecture to the coffee shop where J.K. Rowling is said to have written the first novel. Riding the Jacobite Steam Train is a bucket-list experience for any traveller, but even more so for Harry Potter fans who know that they are in fact boarding the Hogwarts’ Express! Our passionate guides will immerse you in all the magic of Harry Potter, plus the real-life beauty and history of Scotland. Disclaimer: This Tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites related to the Harry Potter franchise. This tour does not have any association with, connection to, sponsorship by or endorsement of, the Harry Potter franchise nor the author J.K. Rowling.
Attractions in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle
- Stirling Castle
- Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Old Town
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Forth Bridge
- Loch Lomond
- Arthur's Seat
- St. Giles Cathedral
- Alnwick Castle
- National Museum of Scotland
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Grassmarket
- Calton Hill
- Royal Yacht Britannia (HMY Britannia)
- Edinburgh Dungeon
- Scott Monument
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Blackness Castle
- Falkland Palace and Garden
- Scottish Parliament
- Real Mary King's Close
- Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
- Linlithgow Palace
- Gladstone’s Land
- The Canongate
- John Knox House
- Forth Road Bridge
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Melrose Abbey
- St. Andrews Castle
- Princes Street
- Isle of Islay
- Museum of Edinburgh (Huntly House)
- Greyfriars Kirk
- Scottish National Gallery
- Georgian House
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One)
- Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two (Dean Gallery)
- Iona Abbey
- Royal Scottish Academy
- Hopetoun House
- Nelson Monument
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery
- Edinburgh Cruise Port at Leith
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
- Ocean Terminal
- Royal Observatory
- Rosslyn Castle (Roslin Castle)