SCOTLAND
Scotland's standouts.
The 10 most-booked walking tours in Scotland. What each day actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Walk Edinburgh’s Old Town to hidden underground vaults under South Bridge, hearing grisly 18th-century stories in about an hour.
“Great tour that gives a great insight into the history of the vaults as well as being slightly spooky. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide than Kieran. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, funny and friendly!”
Edinburgh Castle guided walking tour with entry ticket: royal palace stories, Great Hall history, photo stops, and time to explore.
“The tour itself is all outdoors, so bundle up accordingly. After the official tour you are able to go inside the various buildings, which is very cool. Our tour guide was extremely informative and entertaining. We loved it!”
Edinburgh Castle skip-the-line walk on the Royal Mile with a local guide, then time to explore on your own after 90 minutes.
“This was the best tour of the castle. I’ve taken three in my lifetime and this was the best by far. All because of our guide Graeme. He was so good.”
A 2-hour evening walk on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, with murder, witch trials, and cemetery stops plus Calton Hill views.
“A Great tour in Edinburgh, Brian was an excellent guide with a thorough knowledge of the area and he told some great ghost stories with enthusiasm.”
1-hour Haunted Vaults tour in Edinburgh: guided underground history, a torture exhibit, and paranormal stories, starting from $33.29.
“Really enjoyed the tour Dom was amazing and we really enjoyed it! We took our 10 year old daughter and he kept checking in she was ok thanks Dom”
2-hour guided Old Town walk in Edinburgh with stories and sights like St Giles and Mercat Cross. Mobile ticket; $24.96.
“This was a great introduction to Edinburgh and Max was a very knowledgeable guide. I did the tour with my mother who was a little nervous about the hilliness of the city but it was very accessible for her.”
Comedy meets Scottish history on an Old Town walk with Daniel Downie and his dog Braan, stopping at key sights including Edinburgh Castle.
“I never expected to laugh this hard while learning so much about Edinburgh. This comedy tour is an absolute standout — the perfect mix of sharp wit, fascinating history, and the kind of spontaneous humor you only get from someone who truly knows and loves their city. Daniel had an incredible way of making every…”
Edinburgh at night: Greyfriars graveyard and underground vaults with a live guide. Spooky, story-driven, great value.
“Very poor. Couldn't keep up with tour guild lost them and Couldn't understand what they was saying has they needed a mic. Decided to GIVE UP has we lost them again”
Royal Mile and Old Town walking tour in Edinburgh with a small-group guide, 3-hour route from Usher Hall to Scott Monument.
“This tour was one of the best of our cruise. I was able to see the home of one of my ancestor's home. (Jenny Geddes). What a thrill! Lots of great stories.”
Small-group Royal Mile walk with skip-the-line Edinburgh Castle, guided stories in closes and wynds, plus big views from Castlehill.
“Nicola was an excellent guide, providing historical insights and information. Communicated very well. Thoughtful of the physical needs of older people, on the walk up the hill. I was very grateful for the mobility transport up the steep walk into the castle. Really enjoyed this tour.”
