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United Kingdom · spring (Mar-May)

Spring in Edinburgh: Best Things to Do (March-May)

Castle on the rock, closes off the Royal Mile, ridges you can walk before lunch. Cherry blossoms, garden tours, spring festivals, outdoor markets and shoulder-season crowds in Edinburgh — the best bookable spring activities before summer prices hit.

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Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour
2h 15m

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included

Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with our guided walking tour that combines a walk on the historic Royal Mile and a guided visit inside Edinburgh Castle (entry included).

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $72 a person
Guided Tour
2h

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

This walking tour is designed to give you a broad understanding of Edinburgh, it's history and culture.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $25 a person
Mercat Tours History Walk of the Royal Mile inc Edinburgh Castle
2h 15m

Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking 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 · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $72 a person
1h 30m

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included

We pre-collect your tickets so that our Castle Tour gives you easy access into Scotland's most iconic fortification.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $53 a person
2h

Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

Explore the rich pub culture of Scotland with a unique walking tour of Edinburgh Sample a variety of local craft beers at charming historic pubs and modern craft beer bars, while...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $61 a person
Palace of Holyroodhouse,© Royal Collection Enterprises Limited 2025 | Royal Collection Trust.jpg
5h

The Royal Tour: Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood & Royal Mile

Enjoy a tour of Edinburgh’s old Town and its royal highlights in 5 hours.

  • 4.9★ · 54 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $131 a person
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
1h 30m

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Scotland’s second-most-popular tourist attraction as you learn about the bloody history including stories of the kings and queens who lived in this castle.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $53 a person
2h

Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

See Edinburgh’s shady side.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $33 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
  • Instant confirmation
From $70 a person
3h

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.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $66 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
Lots of toppings to choose from!
1h 30m

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

A chocolate experience to remember!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $44 a person
Greyfriars Bobby
2h

Edinburgh: History Lovers Old Town Walking Tour

Discover the history Edinburgh's most historic quarter in a personal small group setting with an expert local guide.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $25 a person
30 to 50 mins

Private Airport transfer From or to Edinburgh airport (One way transfer)

This transport service will provide a relaxes ride to your destination, our driver will assist with your luggage.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $45 a person
1h 10m to 1h 15m

Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

Step into Scotland's rich and mysterious past on this captivating walking tour, as you explore haunted locations and uncover chilling stories and secrets hidden along the closes...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $25 a person
1h 45m

Edinburgh Ghost Tour: Mysteries, Legends and Murders

Learn about the alleys where the 17th century people lived in the city of Edinburgh, but especially how they died during the Black Death, and the doctors who tried to cure them...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $25 a person
City Sightseeing Edinburgh
1h 10m

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

Explore the historic and vibrant city of Edinburgh in your own time, with an award-winning unlimited 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $27 a person
8h 15m

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $127 a person
3h

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.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $48 a person
5h

Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $131 a person
1 min to 2h

The Edinburgh Dungeon Entrance Ticket

Make your way to the Edinburgh Dungeon and allow yourself to feel immersed in Edinburgh’s narrow cobbled closes and wynds (small side streets).

  • 4.6★ · 734 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $26 a person
50 min

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

This 50-minute guided tour, ideal for whisky novices and families, is the perfect introduction to the world of whisky.

  • 4.7★ · 1634 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $35 a person
3h

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

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