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Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

This tour is led by Edinburgh Guided Tour — a small team of exceptional Guides, including PHD Historians, a Professor, and a Museum Manager. Each...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$49.71

The Original Premium, Small Group Edinburgh Food Tour

Locally owned and operated, this is not your average food tour. We visit exceptional restaurants and other stops serving superior-quality food. Our guides are some...

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (166)
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$177.89

Private Edinburgh City Half-Day Tour

Explore Edinburgh, which has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th Century and stands proudly on seven hills, from the comfort of your own...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$589.64

Edinburgh Premium Food and Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours
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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...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$171.07

Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish and More
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Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every single person to...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$139.99

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
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$138.43

Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group

With our Edinburgh E-Bike Tour, you’ll be able to see more than any other tour of the city, in less time! The tour is designed...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$79.97

Private 4 Hour Tour of Edinburgh in a Spacious 6-seater Mercedes
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During your private 4-Hour Tour soak up the amazing sights of both the Old and New Town of Edinburgh. You will be shown around in...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$608.18

Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual
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NOTE: Please arrive 15 mins before tour start time to set up. Kids under the age of 13 yrs old can join us only on...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$90.88

Edinburgh Half Day Tour (Private Chauffeur)

Truly unique tour of Edinburgh city with your guide offering the best view of the capital from the comfort of a Mercedes V Class....

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$623.73

Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert
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This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from all the hills that creates Edinburgh. Find the Scottish Highland feel &...

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (147)
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$122.06

The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl: 7 Bars!
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Some say the best way to experience Edinburgh is to dive headfirst into its vibrant nightlife, and we couldn't agree more! With over 16 years...

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 6 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (279)
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$18.36

Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour

Edinburgh doesn't give up its best stories easily, but it does give them up over food. On this 3-hour small-group tour, you'll move between the...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (258)
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$130.16

Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

This private guided walk with our unique guides (Stuart Usher or his son Richard, Professional Historians such as Dr Alison Duncan or David Forsyth, other...

3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$439.38

Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit

Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, and see the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (409)
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$108.51

Visita Guiada a Pie por Edimburgo en español

Cover all the major must-see sights in Edinburgh and learn all about the ancient city on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Listen as your guide...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$22.44

Best of Edinburgh: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours)

Commence your holiday in Edinburgh by joining our intimate Small Group Tour, a unique blend of exploring hidden gems and must-visit sites. Unlike typical tours,...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$71.33

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket

Explore Edinburgh’s Royal History Join a guided tour starting at 10:00 a.m. and walk to Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock. Discover its dramatic history,...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$123.36

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Edinburgh Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Edinburgh from a unique perspective! Get to know Edinburgh on a city tour...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (121)
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$130.85

Pub Crawl in Edinburgh

Filled with back-street 'hidden' bars and cocktail venues as well as popping clubs and character-full pubs, Edinburgh has a nightlife scene that matches its diverse...

6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$22.46

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