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Edinburgh private tours

Top private tours in Edinburgh

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

Discover secret Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Discover secret Edinburgh

From a secret village to a roof top terrace with spectacular views of the city, your host will unlock the hidden gems you would miss on your own

$101.84 per person

3 hours

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Must see Edinburgh with a local
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Edinburgh Must see Edinburgh with a local

See some of Edinburgh's top sites in a day, from the Royal Mile to Calton Hill, and a sprinkle of hidden gems on an experience fully tailored to you.

$229.14 per person

8 hours

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Explore Edinburgh's landscapes
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Edinburgh Explore Edinburgh's landscapes

Explore Edinburgh’s stunning natural surroundings from trails up Arthur’s Seat to catch sight of the city from above, to the windswept coastal paths.

$127.3 per person

4 hours

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Family day in Edinburgh with a local
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Edinburgh Family day in Edinburgh with a local

Discover the best of Edinburgh to be enjoyed by the whole family on an experience tailored to by a host who knows what the kids will love to explore.

$127.3 per person

4 hours

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Edinburgh whisky experience
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Edinburgh Edinburgh whisky experience

Stroll through the historic Old Town with a fellow whisky-lover, stopping to try four whiskies from Scotland’s major whisky-producing regions.

$141.37 per person

3 hours

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Full day in Edinburgh with a local
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Edinburgh Full day in Edinburgh with a local

The Edinburgh you want to experience in a day! See the main sites, taste the diverse food scene or go off the tourist trail. It's totally up to you!

$229.14 per person

8 hours

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A night in Edinburgh with a local
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Edinburgh A night in Edinburgh with a local

Explore beautiful Edinburgh after dark, guided by your host! From walking along the Royal Mile to mingling with the locals at a bar, it's up to you!

$147.4 per person

4 hours

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Edinburgh private tours

The best Edinburgh private tours & experiences with locals

Looking for the ultimate Edinburgh private tours? City Unscripted has got you covered. Whether you have a full day, half a day, or just three hours to spend with our local hosts in Scotland’s storybook capital, our private tours in Edinburgh help you strike an easy balance between the city’s top sights and hidden gems, because we believe a blend of both is what makes a trip truly memorable. From iconic attractions like the Old Town to secret streets that inspired Harry Potter, our private guided tours in Edinburgh give you an experience you won’t soon forget. And with a knowledgeable local leading the way, absolutely nothing will be off-limits to a traveler like you.

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Edinburgh private tours

Edinburgh through a local lens

From cliffside castles and whisky distilleries to all-night entertainment and astounding natural beauty, exploring the world-famous attractions in Scotland’s hilly capital is easy – but uncovering all the best-kept secrets in this compact cityscape (of which there are several) is only possible on private guided tours in Edinburgh. Our local guides know everything there is to know about their hometown, and they couldn’t be more eager to share it all with visitors like you on Edinburgh private tours. Get ready to experience the city like someone who’s lucky enough to call it home!

Edinburgh private tours

More than the top 10 sights

Because the city’s tourist trail spans so many miles of world-renowned attractions, Edinburgh private tours can easily get you caught in a tourist trap before you even realize it. But take the paths less traveled – the ones your guidebook doesn’t even know about – and private walking tours of Edinburgh reveal a city with unequaled charm and charisma. We won’t make you miss out on any of the must-sees on your bucket list, but we’ll be sure to show you some of the hidden haunts and lesser-known landmarks loved by your local host on Edinburgh private tours you won’t soon forget.

Edinburgh private tours

The city tailored to you

Are you a foodie eager for an Edinburgh private tour revolving around Scotland’s culinary contributions, or a whisky connoisseur who wants to embark on private distillery tours from Edinburgh, the so-called “gateway to Scotch whisky”? Maybe history and heritage are what attract you to the Scottish capital more than anything. With City Unscripted, it doesn’t matter what type of traveler you are – our private guided tours of Edinburgh are always 100% personalized to suit your interests, and no two tours are alike. Simply tell us what you want from your tour, and we’ll make it happen!

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Latest reviews from our guests

    Alice was phenomenal! If I could leave her 50 stars I absolutely would! We were captivated by her stories and the choices she made for us were perfect! We asked to get out of the busy tourist areas and see things off the beaten path. She did exactly that! She even chose a local pub that was wonderful. It was here that she wrapped up our tour with a few final stories and personal experiences. Request Alice and you will have such a unique and truly enjoyable experience!

    25 March 2026

    Robin L

    Calcedonio gave us a great tour of Edinburgh. He gave us wonderful background on the history, architecture and growth of Edinburgh over the years. Calcedonio was very passionate about Edinburgh, welcomed questions and made recommendations. He was also very flexible to our requests. Well worth the experience and very reasonable.

    20 March 2026

    Julie V

    G Davidson was an amazing tour guide. Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We had an amazing time visiting the different sites along the Royal Mile.

    30 January 2026

    Laura H

    Amazing tour!!!! Alice did amazing job and had the best stories!!! I would recommend this tour to everyone

    4 January 2026

    Nicole M

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