What is not to miss in Edinburgh? The Scottish capital is one of the most beautiful cities in all of the United Kingdom. The city is a pinnacle of culture and arts, known for its lively festivals especially the Edinburgh International Book Festival where more than 1000 authors gather to celebrate the world’s largest festival of the arts. The famous attractions of Edinburgh can be divided into two sets. There is an 18th century version of the city filled with elegant Georgian neighborhoods that spring forth from the second version which is an Old Town of steep staircases, hidden passageways and Old Town’s narrow winding lanes. Some of Edinburgh famous attractions you shouldn’t miss include Edinburgh Castle (Scotland’s most famous landmark), Palace of Holyroodhouse and Holyrood Abbey, Royal Mile, Arthur’s Seat and the Salisbury Crags, Royal Yacht Britannia, National Museum of Scotland, Royal Botanic Garden, and many more.
One of the free things to do in Edinburgh is taking a Royal Mile walking tour where you will sightsee many charming townhouses, brilliantly built churches and historic landmarks. You can take a shopping tour of the exquisite shops, and with your Edinburgh city pass, you will gain undisturbed admission into the museums. The streets are also lined up with cafes and restaurants where you will feed your stomach on an Edinburgh food tour. Your tour guide will feed you with live commentary and create a link for communication with the locals. While you shouldn’t miss the ‘lands’ and ‘winds’ of Edinburgh, don’t forget there is a coastal section you should explore too. Get one of Edinburgh cruise tickets and hop on with your family or spouse. From Edinburgh, do you know you can go on day trips to neighboring UK attractions which are some miles from the city borders? Now you know, don’t forget to add it to your list of activities.
The list below contains the best tours and tickets in Edinburgh. They are carefully handpicked by reading hundreds of honest travelers’ comments and getting validation from travel experts. We also compare prices from top suppliers to help travelers with different types of budgets see their choices. There is also an attached section of information of each option to help in your decision making. What are you waiting for? You have everything prepared for you!
Read more See lessThe Royal Yacht Britannia Ticket
Edinburgh Dungeons Tickets
1-Hour Real Mary King's Close Underground Tour in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle Skip The Line Tickets
Palace of Holyroodhouse Ticket
The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky
Whisky Tour and Tasting
The Palace of Holyroodhouse entry ticket with an Edinburgh self-guided tour
Edinburgh Castle: Ticket and Audio Tour on Mobile App
Tickets for The Palace of Holyroodhouse
Edinburgh Sky to Sea Bike Tour by Manual or E-Bike
Southern Highlands Day Tour from Edinburgh with Optional Whisky Tour
Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Private Luxury Day Tour
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
West Highlands, Lochs & Castles Day Tour (*inc. entrance from 1st April 2023)
St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
Alnwick Castle, the Northumberland Coast & the Borders Day Tour from Edinburgh
Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh
Small Group Ghostly Underground Vaults Tour in Edinburgh
1-Hour Real Mary King's Close Underground Tour in Edinburgh
Ghost and Gore Walking Tour of Edinburgh
Skip-the-Line Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour
JK Rowling' s Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Whisky and Folklore in Edinburgh Including Four Single Malt Scotch Whiskies
Walking Tour of Edinburgh's Old Town - History and Tales
Edinburgh Private Walking Tour
Half Day Sailing Trip
Full Day Sailing Trip
Coasteering Day Trips from Edinburgh
Coasteering Adventure from Edinburgh
Private Mindful Seaswimming in Portobello Beach
Edinburgh - Whitewater Rafting in Aberfeldy with Transport
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Scottish Culinary Experience at Chef's home - tasting menu
Relaxing Handmade Pasta with meal and wine - Safe Cooking Class
Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults
Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Private Day Tour From Edinburgh
Glasgow City Full-Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan from Edinburgh
Alnwick Castle and the Viking Coast Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan
The Scottish Borders Full-Day Private Tour in a Luxury Minivan with Local Guide
The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan
Outlander locations experience, Private Tour in a premium Minivan