Things to do in Edinburgh Old Town
The Scotch Whisky Experience, silver whisky tour with tasting
Book your Silver Whisky Tour with tasting and dive into the history and alchemy of blending the perfect dram of Scottish whisky.
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Discover Edinburgh in a horror sightseeing show and learn about the most haunted city in Europe.
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Harry Potter Magical Walking Tour in Edinburgh
Take a magical 2-hour walking tour of Edinburgh and discover the city where the world of Harry Potter was conceived. Find out your Hogwarts House, and more.
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The Edinburgh Haunted Vaults tour
Book this haunted Vaults tour of Edinburgh to visit its spooky underworld, hear about paranormal activity and maybe even experience some first-hand.
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Book the Vaults tour now for a unique perspective on Edinburgh. Explore the former slum, hear gruesome tales of criminals and see a witches' temple.
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City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of Edinburgh
Book your 24-hour Edinburgh bus pass with unlimited hop-on hop-off access and 360º panoramic views of the city on a flexible ticket.
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Historic underground walking tour of Edinburgh
Book a tour of Edinburgh's underground caverns and learn the secret history of the city's Old Town with stories and artifacts from Georgian times.
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Murder mystery experience at the Royal Mile in Edinburgh
Book this murder mystery self-guided experience at the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Experience history in a new way, find the culprit and enjoy the hunt.
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Jacobite Steam Train and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
Book your Jacobite Steam Train and Scottish Highlands tour and discover Edinburgh's connections to Harry Potter as you check out the scenery.
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Silent Disco Adventure in Edinburgh
Book your silent disco adventure in Edinburgh and get ready to get groovy! Meet your guide and have a boogie while seeing the sights.
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Edinburgh's underground vaults and graveyard ghost tour
Explore the haunted Blair Street Underground Vaults with access no other tour company can offer, then head to the Canongate graveyard, where the spirits of the dead await.
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Ghostly underground walking tour of Edinburgh
Book this ghostly underground walking tour of Edinburgh now to explore haunted caverns and discover the city's darker side in the safety of daylight.
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Dark history of Edinburgh - self-guided audio tour using an app
Discover the dark history of Edinburgh through a self-guided audio tour using an app on your phone.
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Royal Mile Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle Entry Tickets
Explore Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile and gain priority entrance to the iconic castle. Discover Scotland's rich history with an expert guide.
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, Kelpies with ticket to Stirling Castle
Discover the remarkable beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and the beguiling history of Stirling Castle.
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Best of Edinburgh 3-Hour Private Tour
Follow an expert guide and navigate through the cobbled streets that encapsulate the city's rich history, experiencing Edinburgh like never before.
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Edinburgh 3-Hour Small Group Walking Tour
Book your guided tour to explore Edinburgh and see its historical highlights.
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National Museum of Scotland In-App Audio Guided Tour
Visit the National Museum of Scotland with this audio guided in-app tour that will conduct you and teach you about the museum's greatest highlights.
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Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh's old town highlights
Book your tickets for a self-guided audio tour in Edinburgh and discover the origins of Scottish design
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Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness 5-Day Tour from Edinburgh
Book your Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness tour and spend 5 days exploring the Scottish wilds. Discover the Eilean Donan castle, a Highland Whisky distillery and more with a local guide.
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Edinburgh witches old town walking tour and underground vault
Book this guided walking tour, discover the wicked history of the Witches of Scotland and visit places where mysterious and sinister events occurred within the Old Town.
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Ghosts of Edinburgh and the bloody past exploration game
Go on a spooky Edinburgh walking tour where you will follow clues to discover haunted places and local stories using your smartphone.
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Guided group walking tour of Edinburgh
Book your Guided group walking tour of Edinburgh and get to grips with the historical, cultural and architectural side of the city.
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Outlander Explorer day trip from Edinburgh
Book your Outlander Explorer day trip from Edinburgh and feel like you've stepped into the TV show as you check out some of Scotland's finest castles and villages.
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The inside story
The Old Town is the name given to the oldest part of Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh. Full of beautiful ancient buildings, narrow alleys, cobbled streets and hidden courtyards, Edinburgh’s Old Town is steeped in the city’s history.
Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995, the medieval Old Town stretches from the famous Edinburgh Castle, from its position on Castle Rock (an extinct volcano) to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Edinburgh’s Old Town is packed with things to see and do, as well as being home to some of the city’s best restaurants, cafes and nightlife.
Discover the charm of the bustling streets as you take a stroll along the Royal Mile, the heart of the Old Town and enjoy the medieval architecture, the packed pubs and the beautiful gift shops. Go back in time and visit Edinburgh Castle, a historic fortress once residence to the monarchs of Scotland. Explore the National Museum of Scotland and learn more about Scottish history or why not visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse also known as Holyrood Palace, the Queen and the Royal Family’s official residence in Scotland.
