The Culinary Scene

Edinburgh's Quartermile area with historic stone buildings and modern glass structures.

Edinburgh's skyline seen from a hilltop with two people viewing.

Edinburgh cityscape with Edinburgh Castle visible at sunset.

5 (84)

A night in Edinburgh with a local

4 hours English

5 (84) 100% Personalized

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!

How It Works

Book your date

Choose your preferred date, start time and group size for your experience.

Share your interests

Complete your personalisation form after booking, for a tailored experience.

Explore with your matched host

We match you with a local host who shapes the route around you.

Experience Overview

Time:

4 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalised itinerary

4 hours in the city with a host

Walking experience

2 drinks of your choice in a local bar

Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks in addition to any included above

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Mostly walking, with food, drinks, transport and entry fees paid separately unless stated.

Reviews of Our Edinburgh Experiences

We had a great time with Michael. He is quite knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh. He led us to some interesting places. He was quite knowledgeable about different gins and whiskeys. He introduced us to some interesting ones. He also gave us great recommendations during the tour and followed up with some others the next day.

Sonia

Edinburgh

If you are a gin lover, this is the tour for you and if you are really lucky you will get James as your guide. Once he found out where we were staying he adjusted to meet us at our hotel. We visited 3 great gin pubs and gained so much knowledge about how gin is made, the different blends, why it came to be in Scotland, and also learned a lot of Scottish history and culture along the way. This is a must do tour!!!!

Jodi

Edinburgh

Jodi

Edinburgh

Thomas was a very knowledgeable tour guide who was able to answer all the questions that we peppered him with and gave us additional information that we didn’t know prior to our tour.

Joseph

Edinburgh

It didn’t matter what question I asked. He had a answer for everything regarding the history of the town as well as Scotland’s history. He was very knowledgeable as well as pleasant.

Joseph

Edinburgh

Tom was wonderful. He did a great job telling us about the history and culture of Scotland. He gave us some wonderful recommendations to explore.

Sabena

Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, Our Guests Way

Here are our guests exploring on a City Unscripted experience.

Bundled up in Edinburgh against the dramatic castle backdrop.

Enjoying a colorful stroll through Edinburgh's vibrant streets.

Sharing smiles over a meal in a cozy Edinburgh café.

Admiring Edinburgh's historic statues under a blue, cloud-streaked sky.

Smiles abound in front of Edinburgh's gleaming distillery window.

Pausing outside a lively folk music bar in Edinburgh.

Enjoying a lively day beneath Edinburgh's historic architecture.

Exploring Edinburgh's vibrant streets under a patchwork of dramatic clouds.

Exploring Edinburgh under a bright blue sky, smiles all around.

Edinburgh Castle rises majestically above sunlit spring foliage.

Laughter and good food in a cozy Edinburgh pub.

A sunny day exploring the historic charm of Edinburgh's streets.

Smiling together under Edinburgh's clear blue skies.

Bundled up warmly, they explore Edinburgh's rich historical settings.

Posing with Edinburgh Castle's rugged beauty in the background.

Exploring the intricate stone beauty of Edinburgh's historic architecture.

Stopping by Greyfriars Bobby for a classic Edinburgh snapshot.

Sharing a cozy moment by the ornate Edinburgh fountain.

Enjoying a sunny stroll near Edinburgh's historic architecture.

Sharing smiles in a cozy Edinburgh pub.

Pausing for a cheerful photo under Edinburgh's striking architecture.

Basking in the sunshine at Edinburgh's iconic hilltop monument.

Strolling through Edinburgh's history with a view of the majestic spire.

Sunlight bathes Edinburgh Castle, peeking through springtime foliage.

Soaking up history under Edinburgh's towering cathedral spires.

A cheerful moment beside a historic Edinburgh landmark.

Edinburgh Castle stands majestically against a clear blue sky.

Relaxed smiles after discovering a hidden gem in Edinburgh.

Beautiful memory

Enjoying the crisp Edinburgh air outside a local distillery.

Savoring local brews in a cozy Edinburgh pub corner.

Enjoying the lively atmosphere of an Edinburgh pub together.

Smiling faces and kilts under Edinburgh Castle's majestic presence.

Enjoying a relaxed afternoon drink in an Edinburgh pub.

A cozy evening in Edinburgh with drinks and warm smiles.

Enjoying a sunny bench break with a friendly bear companion.

Enjoying a sunny day outside Edinburgh's historic museum.

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★★★★★

Sarah

22 June 2026

I was very glad to stumble accross a tour offer for solo travelers! Kaori was so easy to communicate with and made sure to plan the day perfectly around my needs! It was a great experience for me as a solo traveler to have such a knowledgeable local as a guide, accompanying me on my trip around Hiroshima. Kaori shared many interesting facts and special places with me, which I'm very grateful for. Would very much recommend this service to friends who are looking to explore Hiroshima.

Yvonne

Mayu is an amazing tour guide. She reached out several days before our tour and selected a meeting location that was conveniently close to our hotel. We booked a four-hour tour and covered a lot of the city. One of the highlights was visiting a local grocery store, where Mayu educated us about Japanese produce, Wagyu beef grading, and other local delicacies. As a former chef, she shared fascinating insights from her culinary background along with cooking tips that we found incredibly interesting. We learned so much during our time with her that, when we later visited Kyoto, we had a much deeper understanding and appreciation of Japanese culture. Mayu also took numerous photos throughout our tour, and I was amazed by their quality. She is an exceptionally talented photographer, and the pictures are one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. I would highly recommend Mayu to anyone looking for an informative, engaging, and memorable tour experience.

Nina

21 June 2026

I have worked with City Unscripted in several cities. I love the flexibility when needed and the ability to change the agenda on the fly if something else appeals to me.