Top 10 City Tours in Scotland, United Kingdom

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

See Edinburgh like a local on a small-group walking and photography tour with a professional photographer who used to work for Lonely Planet. You will learn how to use your camera to get the best results. We explain everything in easy to understand language and make sure you get the photos you always wanted whilst we go to the popular spots in the city and get off the beaten path to take great photos. All the while you will learn about Edinburgh's history and some of it's more interesting characters as well.

Inclusions: Professional photographer guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

This guided tour of Greyfriars Kirkyard (Scots for ‘churchyard) will reveal to you the stories of some of Scottish history’s most fascinating and significant characters. That’s something very special.That’s something that makes our Greyfriars tour almost unique. Come with us and you’ll get one of the most comprehensive Greyfriars Kirkyard tours available.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Get ready for a unique Edinburgh experience and taste the best beers in town. Explore the city one gulp at a time and try out all of the locals’ favorites beers. Plus, get insights about the local breweries and the city’s beer culture. What can be better than that? Say "Slàinte" and kick-off your beer experience at a haunted pub located un an infamous historical area best known for its public executions. Try one of Stewart Brewing beers; your local host recommends, ‘Edinburgh Gold’ for a nice entry-level lager or ‘Radical Road’ for something a bit hoppier and more adventurous. If you are a big beer fan, Brewdog Cowgate is the place you need to go to. This innovative brewery created what it was once the world's strongest beer. Give its famous "Punk IPA" a try, or ask the staff for recommendations. The best part? Get useful tips from your local host about the best places to go out at night. From local bars to the newest party spots in town - it’s time to enjoy the vibrant nightlife!

Inclusions: Private tour, Pizza, Local guide, 5 alcoholic drinks: beer

Exclusions: Food and beverages not listed as inclusions, Hotel pick-up and drop off

Oh, bonny Scotland. You’ll spend a day in Edinburgh with one of our friendly local hosts and visit sites like Edinburgh Castle and Scott Monument before taking a turn off the beaten path to some less-touristy spots. Take in the view from Calton Hill, discover Old Town together or explore Edinburgh Food Market. Enjoy making this historic city your own, with bonny memories and plenty of scotch, ye ken? Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized, 8 hour meet-up with a local host, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions , Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)

Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a half-day minivan tour. Taking a bespoke tour allows you to tailor your time Edinburgh to your exacting interests and requirements. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will show you around Edinburgh's many sights onboard your private Mercedes Minivan. Hear the stories that make Edinburgh famous and learn about the cities often gruesome past. We'll venture through the historic old town, Royal Mile, Georgian new town and explore local areas full of history outside the city centre. We will tell you the stories and history that make each attraction come to life! Our vehicles are the perfect size to squeeze down the city's narrow streets and see the 'off the tourist trail' sights whilst still being spacious.

Inclusions: Professional local guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water for each guest, Bottled water

Exclusions: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Our comprehensive private guided Edinburgh tour is a fantastic way to explore the big sights and hidden gems of the Scottish Capital City on a full day private tour. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver guide will show you around Edinburgh's many sights onboard your private Mercedes Minivan. Hear the stories that make Edinburgh famous and learn about the cities often gruesome past. We'll venture through the historic old town, Royal Mile, Georgian new town and explore local areas full of history outside the city centre. We'll visit the impressive Forth Bridges and view the grandeur of Hopetoun House.We will tell you the stories and history that make each attraction come to life! Our vehicles are the perfect size to squeeze down the city's narrow streets and see the 'off the tourist trail' sights whilst still being spacious. You can customise the itinerary to your interests and your knowledgable guide will ensure you get the most from your day.

Inclusions: Kilt-wearing professional local guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water for each guest, Bottled water, WiFi on board, Private transportation

Exclusions: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Sightseeing is Fun, though #Sightdoing is Better! 5 Star Accredited, Active Sightseeing tour of Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. We go out and explore the beautiful land around Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. We go for short Hikes, visit Waterfalls and have a great time discovering the spectacular Scottish Scenery • Extra Small group Sizes of no more than 8 Travellers per day • Guaranteed Departures as soon as 2 Travellers book on • 5 Star Accredited Tour from Visit Scotland and fellow Travellers on TripAdvisor • We go #Sightdoing, we get out of the vehicle to really experience the area

Inclusions: Small-group Active sightseeing tour, Driving and Walking Tour, We get out and experience the beautiful sights, Driver/guide, Local guide, Refreshments, Snacks

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Explore Glasgow's music scene with this two hour guided walking tour of iconic venues in the Merchant City and East End. Entertaining and informative, this tour has all the stories about the legendary performers who have stayed, played and made music in Glasgow. The city has an unrivalled reputation for producing brilliant bands, making memorable music and putting on unforgettable shows. This tour will show you how and why. Our guides are enthusiastic music fans and writers who are immersed in Glasgow’s cultural life. The tour finishes at the hip and happening Mono Café Bar where customers can enjoy a 20% discount on food. You don't need to be a music expert to enjoy the tour and even if you are, you may still learn new things. Jam-packed with anecdotes, the tour is designed to show a different side of Glasgow to both visitors and locals.

Inclusions: Includes voucher for 20% discount on food at Mono Cafe Bar.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Edinburgh's hysterical, historical, and completely original Mountebank comedy walking tour is back and we are in desperate need of a laugh now more than ever! Come and laugh off the pandemic on the only tour of Edinburgh that is led by a local, professional, stand-up comedian guaranteed to make you laugh yourself silly! The aim is simple, to make you laugh a lot while you learn a little about Scotland's incredible capital. *Please note I sometime have to take my mega friendly dog Brahan aka 'The Bonnie Prince' on the tour, he is the softest dog in Scotland but if you have any issues with dogs please let me know "a star on the rise at the moment with material totally on the pulse, Daniel is one to watch". (Mumble Comedy) '5* best history show 2019 Fringe' (Herald) 'the best walking tour I've ever been on,' 'my face ached from laughing so much,' 'laugh riot humor and historical intrigue,' 'masterfully executed,' 'I'll never look at a unicorn the same way again' (guest reviews)

Inclusions: Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities