15 Best Guided Tours In Edinburgh

“Had our review with Jen and she was as mad as bag of cats , made our tour experience for sure. I’m not sure our tour would have been as interesting with a different guide , she had a great insight on the castle and Edinburgh and seemed very knowledgeable as a whole. Would recommend.”

5,540 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $51.32by Scotland City Tours - Somos Escocia

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Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle Tours, Guided, Old Town & Royal Mile Walking Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English

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5.Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour in English

A 90-minute guided walk on the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle with skip-the-line entry, then free time to explore the grounds.

★ 5.0

“Euan was full of funny stories and facts... During winter...wear warm clothes because it gets very windy”

5,214 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $52.70by Little Fish Tours

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Edinburgh, Guided, Harry Potter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

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6.Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

A family-friendly Harry Potter walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town, with photo spots, trivia, and a finish near Edinburgh Castle.

★ 5.0

“Nadine’s tour was so interesting and entertaining. Both my son and myself thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and seeing the beautiful sites of Edinburgh that inspired Harry Potter. And we were delighted to come tops in Nadine’s HP quiz!”

4,236 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $19.42by See Your City

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Edinburgh, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Underground Vaults Tours

Edinburgh: Real Mary King’s Close Guided Tour

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7.Edinburgh: Real Mary King’s Close Guided Tour

Guided tour of Edinburgh’s Real Mary King’s Close, a preserved 17th-century street with 400-year stories under the Royal Mile.

★ 4.7

“Josh was brilliant brought everything to life he has an amazing future”

3,950 reviews1 hourFrom $38by The Real Mary King's Close

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Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle Tours, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours

Edinburgh Castle: 120-Minute In-Depth Tour with Expert Guide

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8.Edinburgh Castle: 120-Minute In-Depth Tour with Expert Guide

120-minute Edinburgh Castle tour with expert stories, Crown Jewels sights, St Margaret’s Chapel, and panoramic views. Ticket included.

★ 4.9

2,969 reviews2 hoursFrom $49by EDI Tours

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Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle Tours, Guided, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Tours

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Tickets Included

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9.Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Tickets Included

Guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle with entry ticket included. Hear battles, royals, rebels, then explore on your own at your pace.

★ 4.8

2,615 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $49by All-Star Guides

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Edinburgh, Guided, Loch Ness & Highlands Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

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10.Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Guided Day Tour from Edinburgh

A full-day guided coach trip from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands with expert commentary, big scenery, and optional cruises.

★ 4.5

“I had an absolutely amazing time Alastair was our guide and he made the tour a blast and was very informative would absolutely recommend if your in Scotland this is a must do!!”

2,233 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $85.99by Timberbush Tours

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Edinburgh, Guided, Outlander Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Edinburgh: The Outlander Experience Guided Tour

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11.From Edinburgh: The Outlander Experience Guided Tour

Outlander fans get a full-day coach tour from Edinburgh to filming spots: Falkland, Culross, Doune Castle, Linlithgow Palace, and Lallybroch at Midhope.

★ 4.6

1,821 reviews8 hoursFrom $62by Gray Line Scotland

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Edinburgh, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Whisky Tours & Tastings

The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour – An Introduction to Whisky

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12.The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour – An Introduction to Whisky

Guided Scotch whisky introduction in Edinburgh beside the Castle. Learn aromas, taste one dram, and leave with a crystal tumbler.

★ 4.5

“Super fun intro to scotch. Even our daughter who dislikes scotch enjoyed the experience. And my husband, who is a serious scotch lover, enjoyed the tour as well.”

1,578 reviews50 minutes (approx.)From $35.10by The Scotch Whisky Experience

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