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Hidden Gems in Edinburgh

Castle on the rock, closes off the Royal Mile, ridges you can walk before lunch. The lesser-known corners of Edinburgh most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h to 6h

Edinburgh Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city of stories—and this experience is built around the ones that matter to you.

4.7★ · 96 reviews
Free cancellation

From $70 a person

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!

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $123 a person

Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town

Journey along Edinburgh's Royal Mile hearing some of Edinburgh's darker history before visiting the infamous hidden and supposedly haunted vaults beneath the South Bridge in...

Top-rated · 4.7★
Bestseller

From $29 a person

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Come on this Harry Potter themed walking tour of Edinburgh.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $19 a person

12h 30m

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $61 a person

3h to 8h

Edinburgh Private Custom Walking Tour - Highlights & Hidden Gems

Edinburgh is a city where well-known landmarks and quieter corners exist side by side, often just a few streets apart.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $104 a person

1h 30m

Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt

Join the only Edinburgh Castle guided walking tour that guarantees a local guide wearing a Scottish kilt!

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $53 a person

The Water of Leith, seen from the Old Bridge in Dean Village

Edinburgh: Dean Village Circus Lane Walking Tour with a Local

Escape the overcrowded Royal Mile and enjoy an intimate, personal tour of Edinburgh's hidden gems with a friendly local guide!

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $25 a person

1h 15m

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.

4.7★ · 10135 reviews
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From $26 a person

2h to 2h 10m

Edinburgh Historical Gems Tour with Whisky & Local Flavours

Excellent storytelling as you explore the Old Town, finishing at The Palace of Holyrood House.

4.9★ · 56 reviews
Free cancellation

From $55 a person

1h 30m

Old Town Historical and Underground Tour

Led by either the holder of a PhD in Scottish history or a guide with decades of experience providing historic tours in Scotland’s capital, this 90-minute tour is a fascinating...

Top-rated · 4.8★
Bestseller

From $27 a person

Edinburgh - Dark History

Ah, Edinburgh! They don't call it "The Jekyll & Hyde City" for nothing.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $25 a person

4h to 5h

Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert

This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from all the hills that creates Edinburgh.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $115 a person

2h 30m

Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Edinburgh with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

A fun and different way to see Edinburgh.

4.9★ · 52 reviews
Free cancellation

From $20 a person

Edinburgh Old Town: Historical Guided Walking Tour

Edinburgh has become one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $27 a person

2h to 4h

Edinburgh Walking Tour: Private & Custom with a Local (2-4hrs)

Discover Edinburgh with a local host who tailors the experience around your interests, pace, and travel style.

Free cancellation
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From $70 a person

Explore Edinburgh's Asian Quarter & Local Scottish Cuisine

As locals who love to eat, we've learned that Edinburgh has a huge amount of diversity to offer on the culinary front beyond just traditional dishes - we want to show it to you!

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From $129 a person

1h 15m

Exclusive Underground Vaults Multi-Sensory History Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond your...

Top-rated · 4.7★
Free cancellation

From $40 a person

2h to 4h

Dine & Drink at Four Hidden Gem Restaurants in Edinburgh

Edinburgh's first food tour in 2011 - Eat Walk is locally owned.

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $323 a person

2h 30m

Small Group Walking Tour with Hidden Walks Author in Edinburgh

Opportunity to explore Edinburgh Old Town with experienced walking guide and the author of the book series "Hidden Walks".

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From $20 a person

Hidden gems of Edinburgh Tour

Travel back in time as you dive into the origins of Edinburgh and visit the Old Town's many landmarks including the Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh University and...