Edinburgh Tours & Sightseeing 2020

In a city where the 'New Town' is a masterpiece of Georgian mansions built in the 1700s, you can only imagine the rich history and heritage contained in the medieval 'Old Town'. Scotland's capital promises to wow the instant you arrive, and what better way to take in the sights of this hilly Scottish city than from the top deck of an iconic Edinburgh city sightseeing bus. See the 12th castle standing proudly atop the city on its mount, visit the infamous sight of many hangings on Grassmarket, hop off and stroll down the cobbled Royal Mile, see if the Queen's at home at her Scottish residence of Holyrood Palace and navigate the topsy turvy streets of Canongate and Cowgate.

Join this day tour from Edinburgh to for Scotland’s natural beauties and amazing historical moments. Pass by Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s most magnificent and historically significant castles. Go to Glencoe and gaze upon the picturesque and dramatic valleys as you breathe in the fresh air. Next, head to the town of Fort William for a delicious lunch. It is the second largest settlement in the Scottish Highlands. As a frequently used film location, you may recognize certain parts of the town from scenes in movies like Braveheart and Harry Potter. Explore Urquhart Castle, a castle that overlooks Loch Ness. See its ancient walls and feel the history still living within it. The castle played roles throughout Scottish history, the most notable of which was the Scots’ struggle of independence during the 1300’s. Finally, enjoy your visit to Loch Ness, the country’s largest loch. It is also famous for being the home of the mysterious sea-monster, Nessie. Although its existence is still up for debate, you’re welcome to try and spot its dark figure emerging from the waters. While you’re at it, take in the loch’s filmic views, making for quite a climactic end to this tour.

Get a snippet of Scotland's rich history—and perhaps spot the famed Nessie—in this Loch Ness Explorer Day Tour! Loch Ness is famed for its rolling hills, picturesque towns, untamed wilderness, and most especiatlly for its legendary Loch Ness monster. With a local Scottish tour guide, you'll pass by the ramparts of Stirling Castle and drive through the Trossachs Park. Then you'll cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor, which boasts pubs that stock the finest whisky and the steam train that took Harry Potter to Hogwarts. The next stop is Glencoe, the site of a notorious massacre in 1692. In Fort Augustus, you can take a boat cruise on Loch Ness and go monster hunting, or just relax by the Caledonian Canal. Other highlights of the tour include Ben Nevis, Great Glen, Loch Lagan, Drumochter Pass, Perthshire, and Forth Bridges.

Explore the magnificent Scottish capital of Edinburgh on this hop on and hop off bus tour. This city makes an unforgettable impression with its hilly, historic landscape on top of extinct volcanos. Hop off to visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle, the main attraction and masterpiece of the city. Then stop by other famous tourist hotspots like the Grassmarket and Palace of Holyroodhouse, and stroll through the cobbled streets of Royal Mile, the city's oldest street. Edinburgh is also filled with quirky nooks and closes that will entice you to explore beyond the usual attractions.

Explore the royal splendors of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, with this 48 hour hop on hop off ticket. This tour will take you through the Old Town and Georgian New Town, as well as grant you skip the line access to the three royal attractions: Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Yacht Britannia, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Edinburgh Castle was a frequently besieged castle towering over the city. See the Stone of Destiny inside the castle, where kings of England and Scotland have been crowned for over a thousand years.

Travel to the picturesque Scottish Highlands and marvel at beautiful lochs and glens. Begin the tour by meeting up with a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide at Rabbie's Café Bar, Waterloo Place in Edinburgh. You’ll then travel over the Queensferry Crossing to the Kingdom of Fife. As you continue north, the scenery changes from the rolling farmland of the Scottish Lowlands to forested hills and mountains as you approach the highland fault line. Once you’re in the Highlands, you’ll arrive at your first stop, the gorgeous cathedral town of Dunkeld, which sits by the banks of the Loch Tay; you’ll get to explore the architecturally fascinating cathedral and the quaint streets of this picturesque village. Not far from the village is The Hermitage, a national site where you can take a fantastic woodland walk leading up to the Black Linn Falls. From The Hermitage, you’ll follow the wide valley of the River Tay towards the Victorian resort town of Pitlochry. You’ll get to spend around one hour here, so you have lunch and visit the many great shops found all around it. After lunch, you’ll take a scenic drive through the mountains of Highland Perthshire, and take a short stop at the Queen's View overlooking Loch Tummel. On a clear day the view here is awe-inspiring as it looks over to the beautiful peak of Schiehallion and beyond to the mountains of Glencoe. Continuing alongside Loch Tummel, you’ll head over the hills into the ancient lands of Breadalbane, or the “High Country”, which surrounding Loch Tay. Once you’re in Breadalbane, you’ll make a short stop at the waterside village of Kenmore, and then make your way to the town of Aberfeldy and Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, where you can discover the secret of how Scotland's national drink is made. After enjoying a dram of Scotland’s “water of life”, the tour returns you to the lowlands and back to Edinburgh.

Are you a fan of the Outlander TV series? Venture into the places where the show was filmed by going on this tour! You’ll begin by meeting with your tour guide at Rabbie's Café Bar, Waterloo Place at Edinburgh, then you’ll hop on a coach that with take you over the Queensferry Crossing to the town of Culross, a virtually-unchanged 16th century village that overlooks the sea and poses as the fictional town of Cranesmuir. You’ll have the time to visit Claire’s Herb Garden, explore the village’s palace, or wander the ancient streets while you imagine what life must have been like 400 years ago. After spending time in Culross, you’ll journey past Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument to Doune Castle, or as it’s called in Outlander, Castle Leoch. This formidable building gives you an insight into the living conditions of a Scottish earl in the 14th century. You can also listen to an excellent audio guide about how this castle was used as a filming location for Monty Python and the Holy Grail. After Doune Castle, your next stop is Linlithgow Palace. Here you have time to enjoy beautiful views of the Forth bridges, have a picnic by the loch, explore the ruins of Mary, Queen of Scots’ birthplace, and if you’re feeling brave, you can visit the spot where that gruesome Outlander scene took place. Next up is the Blackness Castle, which is known as the “ship that never sailed” because it resembles a giant stone boat. You’ll have time to walk along its ramparts and explore the fictional headquarters of Jack Randall. Midhope Castle is the last castle you’ll visit, but unfortunately, visitors are unable to go inside the castle, but Jamie’s lovely Lallybroch home is still an essential photo opportunity for any fan of the show. Before heading back to Edinburgh after a long day of geeking over Outlander, you’ll stop by the colorful harbor area of South Queensferry to admire the scenery.

Travel further afield to visit some of the Scottish Capital's royal gems, including the Royal Yacht Britannia, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, and The Palace of Holyroodhouse. The Royal Yacht Britannia is the former Royal Yacht of the British monarchy and gives you the chance to see how the Royal Family relaxed and had fun on board, while the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a science centre for the study of plants and is another popular tourist attraction. The Palace of Holyroodhouse is another must see, as it's the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II.

Black Linn FallsA country known for its rich history, verdant landscapes, and a world-famous warming drink, Scotland sure is something that should be on your travel bucket list. In this tour, you'll explore much of Scotland's iconic scenery, sights, and experiences. The guide will first take you to the ancient Scottish capital of Stirling, which is home to the iconic Wallace Monument and the legendary Stirling Castle, and where you'll learn about William Wallace and the Battle of Stirling Bridge.

If you’re an alcohol connoisseur, this tour is for you! You’ll visit two famous Scottish distilleries and get a taste of Scottish Malt Whiskeys and other alcoholic beverages. The tour begins by meeting up with an alcohol-loving tour guide, who will tell you stories and provide commentary on Scottish alcoholic beverages all throughout the tour. You’ll drive by Stirling Castle and arrive at Glengoyne Distillery, where you will be introduced to the simple yet magical process of turning barley, water, and yeast into fine malt whisky. After that, you’ll take a scenic drive to the shores of Loch Lomond for a tasty pub lunch and the chance to sample some local beers. After lunch we, you can take a short walk to the viewpoint overlooking the loch before heading towards the second distillery of the day, the Deanston Distillery, which is a converted cotton mill on the banks of the River Teith. It has many interesting features and produces some unique whisky flavors. After a relaxing afternoon visit there, you will return to Edinburgh with the stories and flavors of single malt whisky fresh in your mind.

Venture into the Scottish Borders and make your way to the legendary Hadrian’s Wall in Roman Britain by going on this fun-filled, educational tour! Begin by meeting up with an accommodating, knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide at Rabbie's Café Bar, Waterloo Place in Edinburgh. From there, you will ride on a coach and travel down Roman Dere Street, which linked the supply ports of the south of England up to modern day Scotland. Then you’ll make your way to your first stop of the tour, the border town of Jedburgh, a historic burgh dominated by a magnificent 12th century Augustinian Abbey. Once you arrive at Jedburgh, you’ll have time to take a short walk through its narrow streets and explore its ruins. After Jedburgh, you’ll continue south and make a stop at the scenic Carter Bar on the edge of the Cheviot Hills. This crossing point between Scotland and England runs close to the ancient Roman road and has formed the border between the two countries for the past 700 years. From there, the tour continues through the magnificent forests of Northumberland National Park before turning west towards Hadrian’s Wall. Upon arrive at the wall, you’ll follow the road that takes you along the south side of the wall, stopping at Steel Rigg. You’ll have time to walk beside the wall and experience the isolation that Roman foot soldiers would have experienced as they fought for their empire against the “barbarians” from the north. You continue your journey along the wall where your guide will recommend the best of the sites to visit; you’ll have time to explore sections of the wall or the remains of the Roman settlements before you turn north and travel back to Edinburgh through the Galloway Hills.

Step back in time with this Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, and the Kelpies day tour, and discover the legends and landmarks that defined Scottish history. You'll see lochs, forests, and stunning mountains, while learning about the country's greatest heroes from a local Scottish tour guide. This tour starts with a woodland walk, and some time to admire the views of the magnificent Ben Lomond. Situated in the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, this mountain in the Scottish Highlands is a popular mountain climbing site, with its well made route and clear path with some challenging rocky sections.

If you tend to be captivated by stories concerning the supernatural and true crime, then you’re in luck! Book the infamous Doomed, Dead, and Buried Tour through Klook and go on an adventure to discover Edinburgh’s darkest corners where many heinous crimes and supernatural phenomena occurred. You’ll visit Blair Street’s infamous Underground Vaults and this tour will give you access to its deeper sections. Inside, you’ll find a lot of artifacts lying around; these were left by many shady figures who were active in illegal gambling games and bootlegged liquor as well as more malevolent crimes like murders and kidnappings. You’ll also visit the Canongate Graveyard and visit the burial grounds of some of the city’s famous figures, like: 1) Adam Smith, the father of economics; 2) David Rizzio, the lover of Mary, Queen of Scots; 3) James Douglas, the third marquess of Queensberry. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some otherworldly entities roaming around. All throughout this tour, you’ll be accompanied by a tour guide who will weave terrifying tales about cannibals, body snatchers, deals with the devil, gruesome killings, ghosts, and curses. This is a must for fans of all things macabre and looking for a good scare.

Venture into the Scottish Borderlands and enter two of Scotland's famous consecrated spaces. Begin your tour by meeting up with a fun and knowledgeable tour guide at Rabbie's Café Bar, Waterloo Place in Edinburgh; the guide will regale you with stories and commentary all throughout the tour. Your first stop is the beautiful Scott's View, a wonderful vantage point overlooking the gorgeous Tweed Valley, which you can take panoramic photos of. You also get the chance to visit the nearby statue of the great Scottish patriot, William Wallace. From there, you will travel to Melrose, home of the Melrose Abbey, a now partially ruined abbey founded by the Cistercians back in the 12th Century; the Cistercian monks had close connections with the Knights Templar, and legend tells that the abbey is the burial place of Robert the Bruce's heart, brought back from the crusades in Moorish Spain. Following Melrose, you will make your way to the stunning Rosslyn Chapel, built back in the 15th Century and was made world famous in Dan Brown’s book, "The Da Vinci Code". Here, you will have the time to explore the chapel and find out more about the myths and legends surrounding the whereabouts of the "Holy Grail". You will surely have profound experiences in these sacred places.

Besides visiting famous landmarks and attractions, one of the best things to do while traveling is to get to know a country’s culture through taste! If you’re going to visit Edinburgh during your trip to Scotland, then make sure to book through Klook and get to join a Secret Food Tour that’ll take you to the magnificent city’s best places where the locals go to satisfy their bellies! All throughout this tour, you’ll be accompanied by a fun and engaging foodie tour guide who will take you for a long stroll through the bustling streets, its Old Town, and in front of the majestic Edinburgh Castle. You’ll be able to try the famous Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties as well as other delights such as creamy Scottish cheese, scrumptious cakes as well as a wide variety of local whisky flavors and soul-soothing tea. As you move along, your guide will share wonderful tales about the city’s history as well as incisive commentary about its phenomenal, ever-evolving culinary culture. To make this tour more special than it already is, you’ll get to feast on a secret Scottish dish that you will not find anywhere else in the world. This is definitely a must for anyone looking to discover the best meals that Edinburgh has to offer.