Private Tour Guides In Edinburgh

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

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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

$103.36 per person

3 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.

$129.2 per person

4 hours

  • (77)

Day trip to south Queensferry
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Edinburgh Day trip to south Queensferry

Take a day trip from Edinburgh to this charming harbour town and explore the quaint town center full of quirky shops and independent boutiques.

$327.76 per person

8 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.

$129.2 per person

4 hours

  • (70)

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.

$154.36 per person

3 hours

  • (59)

Edinburgh arts and culture experience
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Edinburgh Edinburgh arts and culture experience

Explore the internationally renowned arts scene in Edinburgh and immerse yourself in its rich culture with an art-savvy host.

$103.36 per person

3 hours

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The best private guides and local insiders in Edinburgh

Looking for the best private tour guides in Edinburgh for your next trip to the spectacular Scottish capital? Your search can stop right here because City Unscripted has got you covered! We have a network of knowledgeable local hosts leading a varied range of private tours in Edinburgh that strike the perfect balance between the city’s tourist sights and local haunts. From iconic attractions like the picturesque jumble of historic buildings in the Old Town to simple snapshots of the local lifestyle, like watching raindrops roll down the windows from inside a cozy café serving shortbread and scones, our personalized Edinburgh tours have something for everyone.

Meet some of our Edinburgh private guides

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Hosts handpicked for you

No two travelers are the same, and that’s why our local hosts aren’t, either. Our team of private tour guides in Edinburgh come from all ages, careers, and perspectives, but they share one thing in common: they’re incredibly passionate about their beautiful city and want to share its best-kept secrets with travelers like you on our personalized Edinburgh tours. See Edinburgh through the eyes of someone intimately familiar with every inch of it. We’ll be sure to pair you with the private tour guides in Edinburgh who share your interests, whether food, art, nature, or architecture.

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Itineraries crafted with you in mind

At City Unscripted, we take the time to get to know you – your personality, your interests, and your travel style – so our private tour guides in Edinburgh are able to create the perfect tour for you. All you have to do is choose from our selection of experiences, and we’ll do the rest! Whether you want to get to grips with navigating the city on our “Kickstart your trip to Edinburgh” tour, sip liquid gold on our “Edinburgh whiskey experience”, or squeeze in as many attractions as possible on our must-see tour, our private tour guides in Edinburgh tailor every experience to you.

Groups of tourists walking toward Edinburgh Castle on a tour of the iconic sights of Edinburgh

Highlights and hidden gems

Many of the most amazing experiences in Edinburgh are the ones your guidebook doesn’t even know exist. You could easily spend a day exploring the top tourist attractions, but only with private tour guides in Edinburgh is it possible to uncover the hidden gems and holes-in-the-wall that only locals know about. The local hosts leading our Edinburgh tours know exactly where to go for the tastiest food and the most unique entertainment. You won’t be limited to the tourist traps, and our experiences will give you a true feel for the city down the secret backstreets free from food traffic.

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Latest reviews from our guests

    We really enjoyed our time with Jill. She knew we had been to Edinburgh before and detailed a tour that included hidden pockets of history within the Royal mile as well as other features on Princess Street and The Potrait Gallery and ending at the Sir Walter Scott Memorial. Jill was well informed and very pleasant to be with.

    16 July 2026

    Kim D

    We had a wonderful time on our walking tour with James. He was a fantastic guide and brought Edinburgh’s Old Town to life with great stories, local history, and interesting details about the streets, architecture, and hidden gems. As a bonus, we happened to be on the Royal Mile when the Scottish Crown was being driven down to Holyrood so the King could open Parliament, which made the experience even more memorable. The tour was engaging, well-paced, and a really enjoyable way to experience the city. We would highly recommend James to anyone visiting Edinburgh!

    7 July 2026

    Angela B

    James was an experienced and knowledgeable guide. We learned a lot and he answered all questions. Highly recommend!

    5 July 2026

    Maureen H

    Cal if very knowledgeable and passionate about the history and architecture of Edinburgh.

    30 June 2026

    William C

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