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Top 10 tours in Edinburgh
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The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh
121 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Edinburgh
Ready to taste the best food in Edinburgh? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Edinburgh.
Want to see the best of Edinburgh? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Edinburgh!
City Escape: Loch Ness & Scottish Highlands Day Trip
340 reviews
12 hours | Day trips | Edinburgh
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Edinburgh to explore Loch Ness with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
111 reviews
2.5 hours | City highlight tours | Edinburgh
You’ve probably heard that Edinburgh is well-known for its ghosts tales, myths and legends, but do you know the stories and origin behind it? Or how much influence it has on the locals daily life? On this private city tour, you are in for a cultural treat!
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Edinburgh, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Edinburgh.
Did you know that the Edinburgh tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!
City Escape: Stirling Castle, Linlithgow palace & Highlands Day Trip
373 reviews
10 hours | Day trips | Edinburgh
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Edinburgh to explore the Highlands with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Want to get a real local taste of the Edinburgh? Give it a taste and find out on this Whisky tour in Edinburgh! Join a local host expert in food and culture on a tour that will satisfy your cultural cravings for Whisky with tastings, history, and highlights.
The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
575 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | Edinburgh
Curious to know more about Edinburgh’s history? Join a local history expert on an insightful tour that will show you a side of the city that can’t be found in any book. This experience will open your eyes to the past and origins of Edinburgh from a local perspective as you learn about Robert Louis Stevenson.
City Escape: St Andrews & Fishing Villages Day Trip
334 reviews
10 hours | Day trips | Edinburgh
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Edinburgh to explore St Andrews with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
"We had a terrific tour with Mark who fit a lot into 3 hrs w'out rushing and who gave us a true appreciation for Edinburgh - its history and present. He was a great communicator before the tour as well as being a professional - and hilarious - guide. He remembered what we were interested in and tailored the tour just for us. Highly recommend. "
maureen and claireAbout local MarkEdinburgh, December 23, 2025
5.0
Review about Chris
"Chris was an outstanding tour guide in Edinburg . He was knowledgeable and informative, intelligent, and kept the tour engaging with his great sense of humor. He presented the history and culture in a way that was both interesting and easy to follow, and he truly did an amazing job overall. Highly recommended"
RobertAbout local ChrisEdinburgh, December 20, 2025
5.0
Treasure of Edinburgh - What a Tale!!
"We met Alice for the "Treasure of Edinburgh" on our second day at sunset. Alice is a wonderful stories teller!!! She bring to life every stories (the spooky, the legend and the historical moment). Even if you know some of it, you never had it tell by Alice...
Time fly and in no time you're already at the last one...
What a wonderful experience we had !!!
I recommande Alice to anyone who like to live the stories they hear
Thank you Alice"
félixAbout local AliceEdinburgh, December 17, 2025
5.0
Knowledgeable and fun local guide
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Can you make review if a lical guide that we had for 3 hours in Edinburgh yesterday?
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Interesting insight into Edinburgh history from long gone to current.
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Review for Oluf – Local Guide in Edinburgh
We spent three hours with Oluf in Edinburgh yesterday, and it was an absolute pleasure. He is incredibly knowledgeable, with an impressive command of dates, facts, and historical context. His explanations were clear, engaging, and filled with interesting insights into Edinburgh’s past — from ancient history to modern times.
On top of that, Oluf is easy-going, witty, and genuinely funny, which made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. His storytelling brought the city to life, and we walked away knowing so much more than we expected.
Highly recommended for anyone wanting entertaining look into Edinburgh’s history and culture.
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Thorsteinn ÖrnAbout local OlufEdinburgh, November 13, 2025
Enjoy the Best of the Edinburgh Like a Local
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Private & Personalized Tours in Edinburgh with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like Edinburgh, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Edinburgh spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Edinburgh.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Edinburgh, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Edinburgh awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Edinburgh, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Edinburgh. Get ready to explore like a local!
"We had a great time with Monica! My wife and I were in Edinburgh for four days and scheduled a tour. Our guide, Monica, was flexible with the tour based on what we had already visited. She knew numerous stories related to the history of Edinburgh and she gave us greater context of the architecture and historic sights. It was like going out with a friend. Overall, it was a wonderful experience."
STILIANOS (Stelios)About local MonicaEdinburgh, November 2, 2025
5.0
A Perfect Start to Our Edinburgh Trip!
"I’m a huge fan of Edinburgh and have been many times before, but this time I wanted my friends — who were visiting for the first time — to get a really good start and overview of the city. Chris was the perfect guide for that!
We were a group of four and had an amazing 3-hour tour with him. He was funny, knowledgeable, and full of great stories that brought the city’s history and hidden corners to life. Even though I already knew quite a bit about Edinburgh, Chris still managed to surprise me with facts and sights I hadn’t seen before!
His tour was the ideal way to kick off our few days in this beautiful city, and his tips turned out to be super useful for everything we did afterwards. It honestly couldn’t have been better — absolutely perfect. Highly recommended! 👏"
SteffenAbout local ChrisEdinburgh, October 26, 2025
5.0
Lovely intro to Edinburgh!
"Russell was the best guide for our introduction to Edinburgh. We’ve never been to the city or even Scotland. We learned so much under Russell’s care and he opened our eyes to the secrets and history of Edinburgh. We also had an emergency and Russell was so accommodating - rescheduling with us and giving us plentiful recommendations for our interests while in town. He also was mindful of our limitations during the tour and adapting to what was needed. Hope to join him again one day for more deep diving into this striking city. "
KACIAbout local RussellEdinburgh, October 24, 2025
5.0
Best tour guide ever!
"If you are in Edinburgh, please make sure you book a tour with Alice. She took us to many fabulous areas and had so much information, it was almost hard to keep up. We loved all of the location she took us to and all of the secret places. She pointed out areas where there were no tourist, but had interesting information about the location. She is a great storyteller – ask her about that! And we wish we could have booked her for more tours but sadly, we were only in Edinburgh for a few days. If we are ever back in Edinburgh, we will definitely book a tour with her."
Scott About local AliceEdinburgh, October 18, 2025
5.0
Norton
"Alice was spectacular! So knowledgeable, great storyteller, and perfect pacing."
NortonAbout local AliceEdinburgh, October 18, 2025
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