Best Edinburgh Night Tours

Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Tourists and a local guide walking along a street in Edinburgh at night

Top Edinburgh night tours and other experiences

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best Edinburgh private night tours & experiences with locals

The Scottish capital was made for atmospheric evenings. In this breathtakingly beautiful cityscape that demands exploration, Edinburgh at night will mesmerize you with towering spires, gorgeous Gothic architecture, and lamplit cobbled streets lined by medieval tenements. On a personalized Edinburgh night tour with City Unscripted, your night on the town will be unlike any you’ve experienced before. Whether you sip a dram (or two) of whisky at a traditional pub, take an eerie moonlit stroll down razor-thin alleys, or listen to live music at a hidden gem, an Edinburgh night tour reveals a charismatic capital that effortlessly caters to every type of traveler.

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Experience Edinburgh after dark

On an Edinburgh night tour, it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped back in time. The city comes alive when the Royal Mile lights up, street lamps switch on, and historic buildings are dramatically illuminated against the night sky. An Edinburgh night tour with a local guide will let you experience the after-hours pastimes of the people who call the city home. Whether you decide to club hop, bar crawl, enjoy a sit-down dinner, or stargaze at the Royal Observatory, the things to do in Edinburgh at night are unforgettable. Simply tell us what you want to do, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Local guide walking down a street in Edinburgh with a tourist while on a night tour of the city

Pick a place to suit your pace

Every traveler’s idea of the ultimate night out is different, so an Edinburgh night tour with City Unscripted will always be 100% personalized. The city’s diverse districts have something for a certain type of night owl, and we’ll plan your night tour in an area that suits your style. If you want drinking and dancing, the Cowgate area with its live music, quirky speakeasies, and electrifying clubs is a must-visit. But if you prefer your Edinburgh night tour a little more low-key, you could head to George Street’s elegant cocktail lounges or the late-night shops on vibrant Princes Street.

Couple of tourists looking out over Edinburgh at dusk

A hauntingly beautiful city

There’s something spooky about the atmospheric Scottish capital, and in Edinburgh at night, there’s a definite chill in the air. An Edinburgh night tour is the perfect time to discover the city’s pagan past, creepy ghost stories, and unnerving tales of mystery and murder. If you’re feeling particularly brave, you could learn about the real-life inspiration for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and see the sites of old witch trials, or turn your experience into an Edinburgh haunted tour at the city’s historic graveyards and underground vaults rumored to be plagued by restless spirits.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Gwen’s custom tour made for an amazing experience. I feel I saw the highlights and hidden gems. Gwen managed to highlight things of interest specifically to me throughout the tour! Personal and amazing!

October 2023

Constance A
I was so happy and impressed with Cameron! He tailored my tour to exactly what I was looking for. I also learned so many unique things while still seeing the main attractions. Additionally, he is quite nice to be around and makes you feel very comfortable!

October 2023

Alicia H
Fedor made our day in Edinburgh a memorable one. Coming from a cruise ship, it was an about a 25-minute bus ride to the city. The communications with Fedor prior to our arrival made it easy to find the meeting location and almost immediately we found him. It was obvious Fedor had lived in the area for some time. He was very knowledgeable of Edinburgh’s history and customs. His walking tour was conducted at an easy pace, and he did not hesitate to stop so we could purchase a coffee, a sevener or take some photos. Thank you, Fedor, for a wonderful tour.

October 2023

Mark R
We had the pleasure of exploring Edinburgh with Calcedonio during a half day private tour. He took us on an amazing walking tour of the the old and new town while pointing out important sights along the way. His tour was very thorough and intriguing. Because of him, we will likely visit Edinburgh again!

October 2023

Melissa R