Things to do in Edinburgh Old Town
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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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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Discover Edinburgh in a horror sightseeing show and learn about the most haunted city in Europe.
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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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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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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and The Kelpies day trip from Edinburgh
Buy your tour tickets and explore the bonny banks of Loch Lomond, admire the beauty of the Trossachs and delve into history in Stirling.
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From Edinburgh to Rosslyn Chapel, Glenkinchie Distillery and more
Explore the Scottish Borders on a full-day tour from Edinburgh, visiting Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey, Scott's View and Glenkinchie Distillery.
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Witchcraft history walking tour through Edinburgh's Old Town
Explore Edinburgh's Old Town and Castle Esplanade, uncover the dark history of Scotland's witch trials.
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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, 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 and haunted history old town walking tour
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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The Scotch Whisky Experience Gold Tour with whisky tasting
Experience Scotland's five whisky regions with a guided tasting tour showcasing the history, production, and alchemy of Scotch whisky.
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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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Edinburgh afternoon tea with gin
Eat and drink at your pleasure as the vintage bus takes you on a wonderful journey of discovery through the city of Edinburgh.
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Chocolate tour at the Chocolatarium
Book your Tour of Chocolate at the Chocolatarium and discover the origins of this sweet treat, make your very own bar and tuck into delicious samples.
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Loch Ness, Glen Coe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Book this day tour now to discover mysterious Loch Ness, wild Glen Coe and marvel at the vast and magical Highlands, combining nature and history.
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Audio tour of Edinburgh’s Old Town
Tune into ancient and modern Scottish tales on one of Europe's oldest streets with this self-guided walking audio tour.
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Edinburgh's Royal Mile self-guided walking tour with mobile app
Explore Edinburgh's Royal Mile with a self-guided tour. Trace the tales of historical figures and discover hidden sites. Download the mobile app now.
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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.
