EDINBURGH
Edinburgh’s best days out.
The 15 most popular private tours in and around Edinburgh. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, running times and who to book through.
Private Harry Potter walk through Edinburgh: JK Rowling inspiration spots, playful guide stories, and an end on Diagon Alley-like Victoria Street.
Most Popular“Charlie was awesome. This experience was so much more than a Harry Potter tour, but is was magical in every way.”
Private Highlands trip from Edinburgh with Highland cows, Loch Lomond, Glencoe stops, Inveraray Castle grounds, and The Kelpies in comfort.
“We traveled to Scotland from the America last month (over New Years). My 3 friends and I did the private Highlands tour with Taimur as a tour guide/driver. The tour itself was great but Taimur made the trip incredible. We saw so many amazing places (Luss being our favorite)—it was totally comfortable and relaxing but…”
Private Edinburgh walking tour with a guide, Castle views, Old Town closes, St Giles’ Cathedral, optional interiors, and pickup options.
“Stuart is great - he has loads to worldly and local tour/Scotland experience. highly recommended. Enjoy the pace and sights”
Private Old Edinburgh walk with Robert: Greyfriars, execution sites, Tolbooth Prison, Royal Mile, and University murders in about 2 hours.
“Robert was great with explanations customized to our needs. The tour was very interesting with some great tips. Highly recommended!”
Private Edinburgh food and drink walk with pickup, full-meal tastings, paired drinks, and insider history across West End, New Town, and Old Town.
“Our guide Wag was excellent. Great source of Edinburgh history. Food was great, portions sizable. They will customize based on your suggestions. Beverages are also sample sized. Would have preferred the ability to purchase even a regular glass of wine while eating. Overall, was very expensive but good food and Wag was the highlight.”
A private 4-hour Edinburgh highlights tour in a spacious 6-seat Mercedes with pickup, live commentary, photo stops, and flexible walking.
“Stephen was an absolutely amazing tour guide in Edinburgh! From the moment we met him, he made the experience fun, relaxed, and unforgettable. He’s a fantastic storyteller with a great sense of humor, proudly wore his kilt, and truly is a big teddy bear—warm, welcoming, and full of personality.”
One-way private Edinburgh Airport transfer with a flight-tracked driver, name sign pickup, and luggage help for a stress-free arrival or departure.
“No hunting it waiting on cabs. A little more than a cab but you got a clean car and informative tour otw in”
Luxury private Highlands and Loch Ness day tour from Edinburgh with a small-group feel, smart stops, and optional Loch Ness cruise.
“We had a fantastic time! Andy asked us at the beginning what we really wanted to see and do. We talked it through and he made a plan. He is one of the best Guides that we have had! He was so personable and very knowledgeable of all the sites and areas.”
Private 3-hour Edinburgh Old Town walk with a local guide: Castle Rock views, Grassmarket stories, university sights, plus a drink.
“Our tour was fabulous! Our tour guide Gain was terrific. very knowledgeable, and we had several laughs along the way. he led us at a pace the two of us could handle given that we both use a cane. we still managed to see so many parts of Old Town even with the sloping streets…”
A private 3-hour Edinburgh walking food tour with haggis, Scottish cheese and cakes, plus Lowland single malt whisky near the Royal Mile.
“Nicola was a great tour guide. She is knowledgeable, passionate about Scottish culture and funny. We enjoyed our tour immensely. Haggis, scones, whisky and ice cream were delicious.”
Private Central Highlands tour from Edinburgh with a local guide, scenic stops, optional whisky, and flexible timing in a private minivan.
“Perfect way to see The Highlands without the worry of driving. Our driver, Scott was the perfect guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable and a great story teller of Scottish history. We made lots of stops along the route and saw some amazing things that I’m not sure you would see if you were driving on…”
Private Edinburgh tour with a local host: tailored highlights, Dean Village and Arthur’s Seat, whisky pubs, and panoramic Camera Obscura.
“Edinburgh was a spectacular city and its a shame that the 8-hour walking tour did not meet expectations. The guide really makes the difference and although our guide Doug was a very nice individual, it just did not work out. We had to remind him several times to slow down as one of our guests…”
A 3-day private Scotland tour from Edinburgh with Dave’s sharp commentary and flexible planning, plus a no-nonsense approach to Inverness Castle.
“I have visited 78 countries in the last 30 years and I have never had a tour and guide I enjoyed as much as Dave. Funny, knowledgable, and flexible. He works with you to let you help design the tour to meet your needs. He provides great commentary. He made everything enjoyable. His tours are…”
A 2.5-hour private walk in Edinburgh’s Old Town: St Giles, the Royal Mile, Grassmarket views, Victoria Street, and story-heavy local history.
“well worth booking. Very informative and interesting. Our guide Kieran really knows his history and took us to places we would have never found on our own!”
Private Edinburgh to Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands day trip with hotel pickup, scenic stops, and optional 1-hour Loch Ness cruise.
“It was a wonderfull experience, booked it for a trip with friends. Mohamed was a great guide, atentive, and funny, for me he created a perfect balance between sharing information and jokes.”
The Old Town and the New, the castle and the closes, and every road north into the Highlands.
