Things to do in Edinburgh Old Town
Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Buy your tickets for this day tour from Edinburgh and discover Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands with your guide.
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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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Glenfinnan, Fort William and Glencoe Adventure from Edinburgh
Visit Glenfinnan Viaduct and see the Harry Potter steam train. Take in the views at Glencoe and enjoy the Highland town of Fort William.
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Glenfinnan, Mallaig and Loch Ness full day guided tour from Inverness
Explore Glenfinnan, Mallaig and Loch Ness, a must for Harry Potter fans, on a full day guided tour from Inverness. Take photos, enjoy the views and search for Nessie!
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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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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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Explore Harry Potter’s Edinburgh on a self-guided audio tour
Follow a self-guided audio tour through Edinburgh on an app and see Harry Potter's Edinburgh
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Private Edinburgh People's Story tour
Book your Private Edinburgh People's Story tour and explore this iconic city through the tales of those who call it home with a local guide.
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Private Edinburgh history and culture tour
Book your private Edinburgh history and culture tour and discover the hidden secrets that only true locals know with your expert guide.
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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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Highland day tour with Edinburgh Tattoo admission
Book your Highland day tour with Edinburgh Tattoo admission and sample a dram of whisky at a local distillery and explore the Highlands.
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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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Edinburgh Dungeon standard entry tickets
Go underground and delve into Scotland's darkest history at the Edinburgh Dungeon. See, hear, and smell Edinburgh's dark past.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands small-group day tour from Edinburgh
Book your Scottish Highlands tour now! Experience 'Scotland in a day' on this expansive tour of Loch Ness, and the castles and glens of Scotland.
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Harry Potter adult-only guided tour in Edinburgh
Book now your spot to join this Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh including a drink in a local pub! Adults only!
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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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Edinburgh Full-Day Small-Group Walking Tour With Entry to the Castle
Discover the charm of Edinburgh on a walking tour. Explore New Town, Old Town, and Edinburgh Castle. Book now for a memorable immersion into history.
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Edinburgh Castle guided tour with early VIP access
Experience Edinburgh Castle with exclusive early access. Enjoy a guided tour of Scotland's Crown Jewels and areas typically closed to regular visitors.
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Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Holyrood guided tour
Explore Edinburgh's royal heritage with a guided castle tour, Royal Mile walk, and visit to Holyrood Palace or whisky tasting.
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Alnwick Castle and the borders guided tour with tickets
Lose yourself in tales of the past on a guided tour between the border of Scotland and England.
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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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Loch Ness guided tour with boat cruise
Admire the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle and drive through the Trossachs National Park, Rob Roy country.
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Outlander guided tour with tickets to three castles
Explore some of the most famous Outlander filming locations such as Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, and Blackness Castle.
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Ghostly Tales of Edinburgh's Royal Mile
Hear spirits echo through Old Town Edinburgh streets on this ghost tour. Embark on an immersive experience to uncover the city's dark past.
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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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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.
