Top 10 Walking Tours in Edinburgh

Destination: Edinburgh.
Lind and Lime Gin is forged from the talent, heritage and industry of Edinburgh and its historic distilling district of Leith. In everything that is produced, the watchword is ‘balance’. Over the course of 75 minutes: Enjoy your signature Gin and Tonic on arrival. Hear the stories behind the origins of Lind and Lime Gin Put in a shift on the capsule spinner on the bottling line as you fill and label your very own 5cl bottle of Lind and Lime Gin. Pay attention, take a seat and mix your perfect Gimlet. Sip your Gimlet while you hear few more stories. Taste some more delights in the shop on the way out. Wheelchair accessible 20 min tram or bus/ 10 min taxi / 40 min walk from Edinburgh City Centre to Leith
Known For: Edinburgh Food & Drink, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Likely To Sell Out, Edinburgh New Product, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Walks offer unique small group private guided walks through parts of this UNESCO World Heritage city of Edinburgh. Your guide was born in Edinburgh, has lived all his life in the city and has an intimate knowledge of the place. With local knowledge to the fore, you can customise your tour to your own requirements. You are in charge. Discover the real Edinburgh in a friendly, relaxed and informative way. You will experience breathtaking views of Edinburgh and learn about the history of the surrounding area. Each of the walks around Edinburgh will take you to places of interest and beauty that tour buses cannot reach, allowing plenty of opportunities to stop, shop, rest and take photographs. Edinburgh, a city that HAS to be walked.
Known For: Edinburgh Private and Luxury, Edinburgh Historical Tours, Edinburgh Best Conversion, Edinburgh Cultural Tours, Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tours, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Half-day Tours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
The Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinburgh what it was. We'll share some of the most important, most interesting and most surprising stories about these rather fascinating people. And we'll do this in an entertaining, professional and respectful manner. Greyfriars is a fascinating place that has links to some incredible stories from Scotland’s history (not 'just' Edinburgh's history). Their stories are the stories of Edinburgh. You’ll learn about these characters as you stand only inches away from where their bodies lie buried. Hear the stories behind martyred Covenanters, an amusing artist, an infamous ghost, grave robbers, the Irish murderers Burke and Hare, a tortured spy and, of course, the devoted Skye Terrier, Greyfriars Bobby. Are you ready to ‘meet’ the ‘Dead of Old Edinburgh’?
Known For: Edinburgh Historical Tours, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh City Tours, Edinburgh Likely to Sell Out, Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tours, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Likely To Sell Out.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
The perfect introduction to the city. Your guide will lead you through Old Town Edinburgh, where you'll be introduced not only to the most famous landmarks, but also to some of the hidden gems that make our beloved city so special. You'll learn about the origins of Scotland and Edinburgh, hear the stories of our illustrious citizens and (in)famous residents, wander among graves and through cobbled streets, always in the company of a knowledgeable and personable guide. Not to be missed!
Known For: Edinburgh City Tours, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Cultural Tours, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh Best Conversion, Edinburgh Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Ready for the ultimate night out in Edinburgh? Join us and dive into the city's buzzing nightlife! We'll take you to 7 lively bars and finish at a top club, with 8 free shots, VIP fast-track entry, and drinking games that get the party started. Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or celebrating something special, this crawl is all about good vibes, new faces, and unforgettable memories. Our energetic hosts keep the night flowing with laughs, dares, and unbeatable drink deals. No queues, no cover charges — just nonstop fun and party chaos. Plus, we upload all the madness to our Instagram so you can tag yourself the next day. Don’t miss out — book now and crawl Edinburgh like a true legend!
Known For: Edinburgh Spring Break, Edinburgh Beer & Brewery Tours, Edinburgh Nightlife, Edinburgh New Product, Edinburgh Food & Drink, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Half-day Tours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Explore the oldest parts of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site with an award-winning, five-star rated local guide! Robert was born within sight of the Old Town. He has lived in Edinburgh all his life and even went to a university on the Royal Mile! He teaches in a local primary school. Robert will wear traditional Scottish attire for your tour. We don't think you can get much more local flavour than this!
Known For: Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Likely To Sell Out, Edinburgh Historical Tours, Edinburgh Crime Tours, Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tours, Edinburgh Likely to Sell Out, Edinburgh Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Don’t limit yourself to just the Royal Mile; the Extended Photo tours take in both the Street Tour and the Night Tour so you can cover more ground and come away with more spectacular images. Let a professional photographer guide you through your setting as they whisk you to their favourite spots to capture the best images in the Capital. We will lead you to superb photographic opportunities for all kinds of subjects, from landmarks and people watching to hidden secrets and great views over the city, all the while offering practical tips and helping you to develop your own creative vision. Each tour is crafted to the skills and needs of the participants. Apart from taking photos, you can also expect to learn: Creative composition, using lines, repetition, camera angles Training your eye: composition, subjects, lighting Taking control of your camera: ƒ-stop, shutter speed, ISO and focusing Night photography basics Long exposure light streaking - cars, boats Reviewing your photography
Known For: Edinburgh City Tours, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Likely To Sell Out, Edinburgh Half-day Tours, Edinburgh Private Sightseeing Tours, Edinburgh Photography Tours, Edinburgh Likely to Sell Out, Edinburgh Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Join us for our signature tour and be jolly with us as we open the doors to the quirky and fascinating world of Pickering's. You will discover the story behind our award-winning brand and explore all our hand-built Ginventions, production spaces, and learn the processes behind making our delicious small batch gin. The tutored tasting of our core range of gins will be punctuated by a refreshing historical cocktail. Your tour will wrap up with a perfectly poured Gin&T at the Royal Dick Pub. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore a unique hidden gem in the heart of Edinburgh!
Known For: Edinburgh Food & Drink, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Likely To Sell Out, Edinburgh New Product, Edinburgh Small Group, Edinburgh Likely to Sell Out, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 1 hour.

Destination: Edinburgh.
Old Town Royal Mile is a MUST DO tour as this was the original Edinburgh during the ancient times and it is part of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Come and discover Real Edinburgh with a local expert & Tour Guide. This is the Best Tour in Edinburgh. We will discover unknown, hidden spots and well-known historic places , including some HARRY POTTER sites, we will explore how the medieval Edinburgh looked like & how the city walls enclosed ancient Edinburgh and many more. Join me on this exciting, fun, mysterious and Historical walk through one of the oldest cities in the world, High Street and Beyond. I guarantee I will give you the Best History Tour in Edinburgh ! We will explore in detail the entire Old Town-Royal Mile. You will learn how old Edinburgh was, how people lived, what was real life during the medieval times and many many more things, facts & histories about Auld Reekie (Old Smokey the ancient name of Edinburgh). We will pass under & over different levels.
Known For: Edinburgh Hiking Tours, Edinburgh Private and Luxury, Edinburgh Culture, Edinburgh Historical Tours, Edinburgh Seasonal, Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Cultural Tours, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh Bus Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Edinburgh.
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! I (William) will be hosting you. I want to share my passion for eating in Edinburgh by showcasing hidden gems in the food industry while supporting local family businesses. We've handpicked each dish based on personal favourites, while taking in mind the history and heritage of each location. We've spent the last year researching the tour, visiting our favourite locations and getting to know the owners and their stories. There are a lot of hidden gems in Edinburgh that people don't know about and we've included dishes you wouldn't expect to eat in Scotland. On this tour you'll be away from the tourist traps, with changing locations and dishes based on what's available in the city on that day. Once we come to an end, we'll provide personal recommendations to help you make the most of your vacation!
Known For: Edinburgh Walking Tours, Edinburgh Small Group, Edinburgh Culinary Tours, Edinburgh Half-day Tours, Edinburgh Excellent Quality, Edinburgh Food & Drink, Edinburgh New Product.
Duration: Around 3 hours.