Edinburgh Tours & Holidays

Edinburgh will show you how to have a good time, the Scottish way

Edinburgh is easily one of the UK’s most beautiful cities. But beneath the enchanting medieval wynds and buildings in Old Town lies a fascinating history and stories waiting to be told. Our Edinburgh tours are a perfect mix of adventure, history and culture. Follow your local guide as you step back in time at Edinburgh Castle, climb the rolling hills of Arthur’s Seat for incredible city views, and have a dram of whisky (or two) in centuries-old pubs. Continue your adventure in the Highlands or the Orkney Islands to fall even deeper under Scotland’s spell.

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Edinburgh castle dusted with snow glows in the late afternoon winter sunset, with bright blue skies
Visit Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle dominates the city skyline. It's one of the oldest fortified places in Europe and has seen its fair share of bloody battles throughout history. Follow in the footsteps of royals in the Great Hall where grand banquets took place, peek inside cells where prisoners of war were detained, and watch a live reenactment to see Mary, Queen of Scots and other historical figures in action.
Sunset on Arthur's Seat, the mountain that overlooks Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland
Climb Arthur’s Seat
Surrounded by the rolling hills of Queens Park and Holyrood Palace, this extinct volcanic peak offers some of the best views of the city. It's a decent walk to the top, but your efforts will be rewarded with incredible 360 vistas that sweep across Edinburgh and beyond. Don't forget your camera!
View down the historic Royal Mile, line with classic red telephone boxes, Edinburgh, Scotland
Explore the Royal Mile
The Royal Mile is the beating heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. Explore its ancient cobbled laneways and uncover the city's stories at the impressive St Giles’ Cathedral, Parliament Square and Castle Esplanade. Or pop into one of the many pubs to enjoy toe-tapping Scottish music over a whisky or two.
Palace of Holyroodhouse, official residence of the Queen in Scotland
Marvel at Holyrood Palace
Holyrood is the royal family's official Scottish residence. It boasts over 280 rooms — including the Great Gallery, Royal Dining Room, Throne Room and State Apartments — and spectacular gardens. Marvel at the palace's intricate design, discover ancient relics or visit the former chambers of its most iconic residents, including Bonnie Prince Charlie and 16th-century monarch, Mary Queen of Scots.
The picturesque river of Dean Village in Edinburgh, Scotland, on a sunny day with a few clouds
Explore Dean Village
With cobblestone roads, colourful cottages and the rippling Water of Leith flowing through its centre, Dean Village is as quaint as Scottish villages get. The settlement was built in the 1880s as a mill town, and you’ll find remnants of its history scattered around. Walking along the river, you'd never guess it was just a stone's throw from the city!
Whisky glass, on a barrel with light shine on it
Enjoy the Scotch Whisky Experience
Take your tastebuds on an adventure through the fascinating world of Scotland's national drink: whisky. Learn about the main whisky regions and flavours, walk into a huge vault loaded with more bottles than you could ever imagine, and visit the blending room to discover how the spirit is made.

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