Experience City Tours in Edinburgh with Withlocals
The best city highlight tours in Edinburgh are with a local! Be part of a unique experience where you can see the best from Edinburgh through the eyes of a local. Step away from touristy crowds on a one of a kind city tour in Edinburgh.
The best city highlight tours in Edinburgh are with a local! Be part of a unique experience where you can see the best from Edinburgh through the eyes of a local. Step away from touristy crowds on a one of a kind city tour in Edinburgh.
Make your stay in Edinburgh complete with these things to do
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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Edinburgh
318 reviews
3 hours | City highlight tours | 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!
Treasures of Edinburgh: Ghosts, myths and legends Tour
108 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!
The History of Edinburgh: Robert Louis Stevenson Tour
552 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.
Welcome to Edinburgh! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Edinburgh to start your city trip on the right foot.
Literature, Art & Politics: A Walking Tour of Historic Edinburgh
133 reviews
2.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Step into the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and explore the city where literature, art, and politics have long collided to shape Scottish identity. From the graves of poets to the halls of power, uncover the stories behind rebellious ideas and cultural icons. This tour is a journey through the minds and movements that made Edinburgh a world capital of thought and creativity.
Off The Beaten Track in Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat & Holyrood Park
27 reviews
3 hours | off the beaten track | Edinburgh
Escape the city streets and explore Edinburgh’s wild side with a guided hike up Arthur’s Seat and through Holyrood Park. Climb ancient volcanic paths, discover hidden lochs, and enjoy panoramic views with your local host leading the way. This active tour is perfect for nature lovers with a moderate fitness level looking for stories, scenery, and a unique perspective on the city.
Support Reducing Homelessness with a Royal Mile Tour
14 reviews
1.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Join a host for a Royal Mile Tour that supports a project dedicated to elevating the issue of homelessness in Edinburgh. Your local guide is someone that has struggled with homelessness, but thanks to this amazing project, is now fully trained to guide amazing tours through Edinburgh with a perspective like no other. Book now and we'll waive part of the service fee and donate it directly to the project, the rest of the cost goes directly to the guide and supports keeping them off the streets. Let's make a difference together!
Help reduce homelessness with a women of Edinburgh tour
13 reviews
1.5 hours | city highlight tours | Edinburgh
Join a host for an experience to get to know the real women of Edinburgh's past and present that support an NGO dedicated to alleviating the issue of homelessness in Edinburgh. Discover the amazing female characters of Edinburgh while making a positive impact on the community. Book now and we'll waive part of the service fee and donate it directly to the project, the rest of the cost goes directly to the guide and supports keeping them off the streets. Let's make a difference together!
"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
5.0
Edinburgh Walk Tour with Russell & Brodie
"Russell was a wonderful, knowledgeable, tour guide, born in Edinburgh. We enjoyed his historical and whimsical stories immensely. With our permission, his very kind and mellow labradoodle dog named Brodie joined us. Brodie made us feel at home, as we were missing our whoodle dog. I highly recommend Russell as a guide, and the bonus guide Brodie, if you'd like some canine company as well!"
TamelaAbout local RussellEdinburgh, October 17, 2025
5.0
Fantastic tour of Edinburgh with Mark!
"Mark has an incredible knowledge of the city – every building seemed to come with a story, truly impressing! What we appreciated most was how well he adapted to our wishes: we wanted to explore a bit off the usual tourist paths, and he absolutely nailed it.
Mark is super friendly, open-minded, and easy-going – the whole tour felt more like a walk with a friend than a guided tour. He had an answer to every question, kept checking in for feedback along the way, and even reserved us a great spot in a cozy, authentic pub – where he organized a whisky tasting just for us! On top of that, he gave us some amazing local tips for hidden gems, restaurants, and pubs that made the rest of our stay even better.
Highly recommended – thank you, Mark, for such a great experience!"
tatjanaAbout local MarkEdinburgh, October 15, 2025
Private city tours with locals in Edinburgh
Our locals will give you the best experiences that Edinburgh has to offer
Private & personalized city tours in Edinburgh with a local
Discover Edinburgh like never before with a private city tours led by a local guide. These tours are tailored just for you, with no fixed routes or crowds. Whether you’re into history, hidden alleys, iconic landmarks, or everyday local life, your guide will customize the experience to match your interests.
Walk through Edinburgh with someone who truly knows the city, hear the stories behind the sights, and uncover corners most tourists miss. Want to focus on art, neighborhoods, or cultural quirks? It’s your tour, your pace. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned explorers, our personalized city tours help you connect with Edinburgh in a meaningful way.
Say goodbye to generic tours and hello to a one-of-a-kind local experience in Edinburgh.
"Chris, thank you again for taking my husband and me around the Edinburgh neighborhoods. We enjoyed all the information you shared with us. "
VictoriaAbout local ChrisEdinburgh, October 10, 2025
5.0
A Fine Day in Edinburgh
"We saw more than expected, learned more than expected, and that meant we had a great tour. Chris was engaging as well as knowledgeable about all things Edinburgh. He was able to give us a great feel of the city and help us plan our next few days."
"We were 2 couples who had a great tour with Xavier. He was so knowledgeable, personable and helpful. We so enjoyed the tour and learned so much about Edinburgh's history. He not only told us great stories but also sang for us. He has a wonderful voice and we felt at the end of the tour we had made a new friend. We would highly recommend Xavier for any tour."
KathleenAbout local XavierEdinburgh, October 5, 2025
5.0
Informative and Delightful!
"What a great guide! Monica gave us a terrific introduction to the famous landmarks and \"hidden gems\" in the area around the Royal Mile of Edinburgh. She gave us a bit of history so that we could understand what we were looking at, told many interesting stories of notable Scots and brought us to some beautiful (and quiet) parts of this otherwise very busy section of Edinburgh. We learned what a \"Close\" is, about famous authors and thinkers who hailed from Edinburgh and she treated us to a piece of the best fudge in Edinburgh! Monica made us feel welcome and at home. By the end of the tour, we felt like we had made a new friend."
MaureenAbout local MonicaEdinburgh, October 4, 2025
5.0
FUN afternoon!
"We had an absolutely wonderful tour of Edinburgh with Sven-Erik! From the very beginning, he was warm, personable, and engaging, making us feel like we were exploring the city with a good friend rather than just a guide. His knowledge of Edinburgh’s history, architecture, and hidden corners was truly impressive, and he shared it in such a fascinating, easy-to-understand way that kept us captivated the entire time.
What really stood out was how attentive and thoughtful he was—tailoring the tour to our interests, answering all of our questions with great depth, and weaving in stories that brought the city to life. Sven-Erik has a genuine passion for Edinburgh, and it shines through in every detail he shares.
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and experience. Highly recommend Sven-Erik to anyone visiting Edinburgh—you’ll come away with not only a deeper appreciation for the city, but also some truly memorable moments."
DebraAbout local Svend-ErikEdinburgh, October 4, 2025
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