Top things to do in Edinburgh in Summer (Updated October 2026)

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Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

*Includes tour and tasting at Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery. Fancy sampling a wee dram o' whisky and exploring the rugged landscape of the Scottish Highlands? Combine …More

*Includes tour and tasting at Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery. Fancy sampling a wee dram o' whisky and exploring the rugged landscape of the Scottish Highlands? Combine...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will …More

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Stirling Castle and Best of Falkirk Private Shore Ex Edinburgh

Maximise your time ashore and let Macleod Heilan Tours take you on a Scottish adventure through some of the best historical locations in Scotland. This …More

Maximise your time ashore and let Macleod Heilan Tours take you on a Scottish adventure through some of the best historical locations in Scotland. This...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local Scotch

Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every single person to …More

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Welcome to the fairy tale of a city that is Edinburgh! Be it sunny, rainy or foggy; this city has captivated every single person to...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Edinburgh Gin Tour with a Local Guide: Private & Custom

Love gin? Love history? Love it even more when they both coincide? Then come along with one of our local hosts and find out everything …More

Love gin? Love history? Love it even more when they both coincide? Then come along with one of our local hosts and find out everything...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$129
Scotch Tour Edinburgh with a Local Expert: Private & 100% Personalized

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about …More

You’ll sip your way around Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. They’ll tell you all they know about...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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The Highlands Sail, Bike or Trail Experience Tour from Edinburgh

No matter the weather, Scotland always invites adventure. Join us on this small group tour as we leave Edinburgh, heading to the iconic Forth Bridges …More

No matter the weather, Scotland always invites adventure. Join us on this small group tour as we leave Edinburgh, heading to the iconic Forth Bridges...

8 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside …More

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

Meeting you at your city centre hotel, we will take you on a private walking tour around Edinburgh with a local and dedicated guide. Not …More

Meeting you at your city centre hotel, we will take you on a private walking tour around Edinburgh with a local and dedicated guide. Not...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Explore Edinburghs Asian Quarter and Local Scottish Cuisine

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 …More

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Private Full-Day Walking Tour in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle

Discover the timeless beauty of the Old Town, and enigmatic charm of Edinburgh's new town in a day, on a private walking tour including a …More

Discover the timeless beauty of the Old Town, and enigmatic charm of Edinburgh's new town in a day, on a private walking tour including a...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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The Highlands, Whisky and Castles Private Day Tour in a Premium Minivan

This day trip from Edinburgh offers stunning views over the highlands and lochs of Scotland. This tour offers some stunning scenery and plenty of photo …More

This day trip from Edinburgh offers stunning views over the highlands and lochs of Scotland. This tour offers some stunning scenery and plenty of photo...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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Edinburgh Full-Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a …More

Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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Private Greyfriars Kirkyard history tour

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 …More

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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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$121
Private Walking Tour: Edinburgh Highlights, including entry to Edinburgh Castle

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge …More

Join us for this half day tour of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, Edinburgh. Exploring the Old Town on foot, led by your local Blue Badge...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Taste the Best Scottish Ales: Rose Street Private Pub Tour

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking …More

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian's Wall Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and travel to the amazing and mysterious 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, across …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and travel to the amazing and mysterious 15th century Rosslyn Chapel, across...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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St Andrews, Fife Coast Walk & Historic Abbey Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of …More

16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
'A Wee Pedal's' Award-Winning Circular Cycle Tour of Edinburgh!

Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the …More

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Why book with A wee pedal? We are 2026 Visit Scotland's award winning 'Best outdoor experience' praised for high quality guest experience whilst supporting the...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$118
Hadrian's Wall and The Borders Tour from Edinburgh with Admission

* Includes entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed). Travel through 2,000 years of history as you visit …More

* Includes entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum (or Homesteads Roman Fort should Vindolanda be closed). Travel through 2,000 years of history as you visit...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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