Old town food and drinks guided tour in Edinburgh
Overview
Book your tour and enjoy a culinary journey through the medieval charm of Edinburgh's historic Old Town.
Highlights
- There's a chance to try haggis with a contemporary twist, featuring whisky marmalade
- You'll stroll through Victoria Street, said to have inspired Harry Potter's Diagon Alley, and along the Royal Mile
- You can enjoy classic fish and chips at a Grassmarket pub, with a hint of eerie charm
- Visit a historic pub with its own spooky resurrection tale and enjoy classical pub food
- The tour ends with a sweet indulgence, leaving you on a high note
This three-hour small-group tour offers an easy way to explore Edinburgh through its food and neighbourhoods, moving between the Georgian streets of the New Town and the narrow, cobbled closes of the Old Town.
Along the route, you'll stop at four carefully selected locations to sample a range of Scottish flavours. You'll try haggis in a way that surprises even the most sceptical, warm up over a classic Scottish smoked fish soup in the city's oldest gastropub, linger in a historic pub with its own spooky resurrection tale, have a sweet treat for dessert, and more.
Passing by the Scott Monument viewpoint, with sweeping views of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, and Arthur's Seat, and moving through the Royal Mile, the 900-year-old spine of the city, the tour ends in the Grassmarket, where a locally beloved pub and the city's most infamous ghost story await.
What's included
- Drinks
- Guided walking tour
- Food tasting
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Meeting & pickup
Your guide will be wearing a purple tote bag and will be standing near the monument, by the bench with Paddington Bear. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time.
Additional info
Accessibility:
- This experience isn't suitable for guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies
Know in advance:
- The itinerary and food stops may vary depending on the day or season
- Please contact the local partner in advance if you have any dietary requirements. You'll find the contact details on your voucher after booking
- The minimum age for this tour is 7
- This experience requires a minimum of 2 participants. If this isn't met, you'll be offered an alternative date or a refund
Remember to bring:
- Comfortable clothes and flat shoes
- A bottle of water
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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