Cultural & Theme Tours in Edinburgh

Ideal for first-time visitors, this 2-hour tour of Edinburgh's Old Town lets you follow in the footsteps of important Scottish figures such as Mary Queen of Scots, Robert Burns, and Bonnie Prince Charlie. In a small group limited to 15, you'll visit three of the Old Town's former execution spots, admire the cobbled streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town, and see the site of the notorious Tolbooth Prison. Throughout the tour, your guide provides photographic evidence of historical Edinburgh to enhance your experience.

Located in the heart of Edinburgh, the Greyfriars Kirkyard is rich in history - and on this in-depth, nighttime tour, you'll discover a side of the landmark that most visitors miss. Follow your guide to the cemetery's key points of interest, learn about the characters buried here with an interactive projector tour, and even discover how Greyfriars inspired Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling.

Delve into Edinburgh's ghoulish side with an 80 minute early evening walking tour of the city's eeriest sites!  As you venture down the historic  Royal Mile you will hear tales of torture, witchcraft, plague and mayhem from your local ghoslty guide - Mr Alexander Clapperton (deceased) - a former Edinburgh cemetery director.  Learn about and meet infamous apparitions such as the Mad Monk of Cowgate, the witch Agnes Fynnie, and the wild and bloody Higlander Rhuari McLeod.  Prepare yourself for a night of good fun in the shadows!

Experience the magic of the world's most famous wizard on a 2-hour Harry Potter walking tour of Edinburgh, perfect for families with kids. Alongside your Potter-mad guide, you'll explore the winding streets and mysterious alleys that inspired J. K. Rowling to create the iconic wizarding world, and see filming locations featured in the movies. Plus, tick off top Edinburgh attractions such as the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Princes Street.

See the Scotland of the hit television series 'Outlander' on this 8- to 10-hour tour through the countryside. With a driver-guide, you'll visit sites used for Lallybroch (Midhope Castle), Fort William (Blackness Castle), Crainsmuir (Culross), and Castle Leoch (Doune Castle). When booking, select pickup from Glasgow or just outside Edinburgh.

Get a richer experience of Edinburgh's fascinating architecture than possible alone on this private guided tour led by a local architecture graduate. In the company of just your party and guide, learn about such native styles as Scottish Baronial, as well as foreign architectural influences on the capital's buildings, as you walk through the Old Town, along the famed Royal Mile and dipping into hidden closes (alleys) and courtyards en route to the strikingly modern Scottish Parliament Building.

Travel with a small group through time to the era of the Jacobite uprising and see the Edinburgh area filming locations for the Outlander series. Visit the familiar sights where Claire and Jamie ventured in the series and learn the fictional past and factual history of the fascinating buildings. This day-long tour will take you to the places that acted as Lallybroch, Wentworth, Jamie's Cave, Castle Leoch, and Fort William.

Scotland's rugged landscapes and historic castles provide a spectacular backdrop to hit TV series Outlander, but you'll need a guide if you want to follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters. This full-day tour from Edinburgh gives fans the inside scoop, visiting memorable filming locations such as Doune Castle, Culross, and Falkland.

Experience one of the world's most famous universities with a 1.5-hour walking tour of the prestigious Cambridge University. Follow your guide, a Cambridge University student, around architectural highlights like Trinity College, King's College and Corpus Christi College; see the halls where alumni like Sir Isaac Newton, C.S.Lewis and John Harvard once walked; and peek into student haunts like The Eagle Pub. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people for a personal experience.

Scotland has been the site for many beloved films, from Outlander to Monty Python and the Holy Grail. See these iconic landscapes for yourself on a Scotland's History on Film tour. Visit the filming locations of your favorite productions and learn about the real-life events that inspired them.

Experiencing Edinburgh's many highlights can be tricky on limited time. Maximize your visit on a private day tour, and discover landmarks including Arthur's Seat, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle. Learn about the city's history and culture from your guide, and travel the seven hills with ease via air-conditioned, panoramic minibus.

Visit filming locations from the hit TV show 'Outlander' on this day trip from Edinburgh. Follow the footsteps of Claire and Jamie as you see sites used for Lallybroch, Fort William (Blackness Castle), Crainsmuir (Culross) and the Mackenzie stronghold, Castle Leoch (Doune Castle).

A must for Outlander fans visiting Scotland, this private tour visits the show's filming locations around Edinburgh. With a dedicated guide for just you and your party, you'll enjoy personalized attention, a flexible itinerary, and plenty of chances to ask questions. Round-trip private transportation from your Edinburgh hotel included.

Discover numerous cities, visit three countries, explore the UK's beautiful countryside, and immerse yourself in history on this five-day tour. Leave the logistics and planning to someone else, and look forward to an in-depth tour of the UK's key sights. You'll discover Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon, visit Edinburgh and Glasgow, admire Lake District scenery, drop by Liverpool and Chester, cross the border to Cardiff, discover the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge and Bath, and more. Breakfasts, accommodation, walking tours, entry at selected landmarks, and round-trip transit are all included.

Leave Glasgow behind and feel like you are spending the day with the Frasers in the 17th century. Visit various locations used for filming scenes in the Outlander series and learn where fact and fiction meet and diverge. Stops include Doune Castle (Castle Leoch), Culross (Claire's herb garden), Mercat Cross (Cranesmuir), Blackness Castle (Fort William) and several others. There will also be stops at important landmarks of interest to fans of Scottish history.

Travel back to the action-packed world of Outlander on a 9-hour private trip to Scotland's TV filming locations. Enjoy a guided tour from Edinburgh to the Highland areas featured in the popular program like the villages of Culross and Falkland "“ which represents Inverness in the series "“ and cinematic landmarks like Castle Leoch (Doune Castle). Along the way, enjoy insider stories and trivia about the series, cast and crew.