Things to do in Edinburgh
72 things to do in Edinburgh. Popular: City explorers, Solo travelers, Groups. Tickets from €5.78.
Best things to do in Edinburgh
- Lind & Lime Tour & TastingGroups, rated 5/5 from 15 reviews
- Holyrood Distillery2-3 hours, rated 4.9/5 from 20 reviews
- Hop-on Hop-off Bus EdinburghCity Tours, rated 4.8/5 from 97 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile: Guided Walking TourCity Tours, rated 4.8/5 from 38 reviews
- Edinburgh CastleFirst-time visitors, rated 4.8/5 from 25 reviews
- Palace of HolyroodhouseFirst-time visitors, rated 4.7/5 from 971 reviews
- Edinburgh: Royal Attractions Tickets + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TourFirst-time visitors, rated 4.7/5 from 850 reviews
- Edinburgh Bus Tour Hop-On Hop-OffCity Tours, rated 4.7/5 from 61 reviews
- Palace of Holyroodhouse: Entry TicketVisit The King's official residence in Scotland★ 4.7 · 971 reviews
- Edinburgh: Royal Attractions Tickets + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TourHop on a bus and explore multiple royal attractions★ 4.7 · 850 reviews
- The Scotch Whisky Experience: The Silver TourA barrel of Scotch fun in the world of whisky★ 4.6 · 447 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided TourExplore the castle's promenade and learn about the the origins and sieges★ 4.6 · 342 reviews
- The Real Mary King's Close: Entry TicketHear the real stories of Edinburgh's past residents underneath the city streets★ 4.6 · 221 reviews
- The Ghost Bus Tour EdinburghA journey through Edinburgh's chilling history★ 4.5 · 159 reviews
- Hop-on Hop-off Bus EdinburghSee the best of Auld Reekie with this handy pass, covering multiple routes★ 4.8 · 97 reviews
- Edinburgh PassEnjoy a quintessential tour of the Scottish capital★ 4.6 · 62 reviews
- Edinburgh Bus Tour Hop-On Hop-OffReady to discover the stunning Scottish capital?★ 4.7 · 61 reviews
- The Edinburgh Dungeon: Entry TicketLive actors, spooky sets and stories, and thrilling rides for the whole family★ 4.4 · 58 reviews
- John Knox House: Entry TicketLast medieval building left on the Royal Mile★ 4.5 · 43 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile: Guided Walking TourWalk the historic Royal Mile and see the Crown Jewels of Scotland★ 4.8 · 38 reviews
- The King’s Gallery at Palace of HolyroodhouseSee the latest exhibitions at the royal residence in Scotland★ 4.4 · 36 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile: Guided Walking TourFrom Mary Queen of Scots to city streets and scotch - a fun-packed tour for all★ 4.8 · 25 reviews
- Loch Ness ExplorerSee the spectacular Highlands with a local Scot as your guide★ 4.4 · 24 reviews
- Holyrood Distillery: Guided Whisky & Gin Tasting Tour + Welcome DrinkVisit the Holyrood Distillery and learn about the making of gin and whiskey!★ 4.9 · 20 reviews
- Haunted Underground: Blair Street Underground Vaults TourExplore Edinburgh's underworld with this guided tour on the city's gruesome past★ 4.5 · 17 reviews
- Lind & Lime Tour & TastingEnjoy the ultimate tasting tour in Edinburgh's working gin distillery★ 5 · 15 reviews
- Edinburgh: Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking TourVisit Scotland's most haunted graveyard, Old Calton Cemetery and more!★ 4.3 · 15 reviews
- Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & The Kelpies: RoundtripMajestic natural and manmade wonders in Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, and more★ 4.1 · 10 reviews
- The Port of Leith Distillery: Tour and TastingDiscover the essence of Scotland's cherished beverage★ 4.5 · 8 reviews
- Hard Rock Cafe EdinburghTry the Hard Rock Cafe's most famous burger and admire rock memorabilia★ 4.4 · 8 reviews
- Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Entry Ticket + Harry Potter Walking TourDiscover sights that inspired J.K. Rowling's wizarding world★ 3.8 · 8 reviews
- Scottish Highlands: Harry Potter Train + Tour from EdinburghJoin a coach journey to Mallaig to board the renowned Jacobite Steam Train★ 4.7 · 7 reviews
- Loch Ness: Day Trip from Edinburgh with Boat CruiseSoak up the beautiful surroundings of the Scottish Highlands★ 4.3 · 7 reviews
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Walking TourExplore various sights that inspired the iconic wizard series★ 3.7 · 7 reviews
- Doom, Dead & Buried: Underground Vaults & Graveyard TourTake a spooky stroll through Edinburgh's most haunted locations★ 4.8 · 6 reviews
- The Scotch Whisky Experience: The Gold TourSample whisky from different regions and learn about blending techniques★ 4.8 · 6 reviews
- Historical Walking Tour EdinburghMeander the medieval grandeur of Edinburgh on a guided history tour★ 5 · 4 reviews
- Alnwick Castle and Scottish Borders Tour including Castle AdmissionTake a cross-border day trip through the Scottish and English countryside★ 5 · 3 reviews
- Stirling Old Town TourDiscover Stirling Old Town through a local's eyes★ 5 · 2 reviews
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Sights Tour + Edinburgh Dungeon EntryExplore the city like a true Potterhead and learn about its scariest stories★ 5 · 2 reviews
- Edinburgh: City Audio Guide App for Your SmartphoneDiscover the local history, secrets and facinating facts of Edinburgh★ 4.5 · 2 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour + City Audio GuideLearn about the castle's history and view a medieval cannon★ 4.5 · 2 reviews
- Outlander Tour with Doune Castle EntryVisit a number of top Outlander film locations during this day-long tour★ 3.5 · 2 reviews
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Sites Tour + House of Illusions ExperienceVisit key attractions and sites which inspired JK Rowling's Harry Potter books!★ 3 · 2 reviews
- Big Bus Edinburgh: Hop-on Hop-off Bus TourRide around the Scottish capital on an open-top bus★ 3 · 2 reviews
- Edinburgh: Scotch Whisky TastingDiscover the history and tradition of Scotch whisky in Edinburgh!★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided City Walking TourVisit Edinburgh Castle and walk through the Old and New Town★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Edinburgh: Evening Ghosts & Ghouls Guided Tour + DrinkStroll through dark alleys and descend into haunted underground vaults★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Edinburgh: Guided Food TourTaste traditional dishes and learn about local culinary history★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Borders: Guided Tour from EdinburghExplore an ancient chapel and visit a historic abbey★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Loch Ness, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands: Guided Tour from EdinburghSee a famous Scottish lake and visit a Victorian village★ 5 · 1 reviews
- Edinburgh: Audio Guide App by TouringBeeDiscover the capital's royal allure and its hidden mysteries★ 4 · 1 reviews
- Historic Vaults: Blair Street Underground Vaults TourLearn history, hear stories, and visit the hidden vaults in Edinburgh.★ 4 · 1 reviews
- Edinburgh: Self-Guided Audio TourVisit the castle and hike the hill★ 1 · 1 reviews
- Full-Day Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Scottish Highlands TourSee the real Scotland with a scenic Highlands tour and military tattoo show
- Highland Games TourExperience a brawny cultural carnival in the airy Highlands of Scotland
- The Edinburgh Literary Pub TourEnjoy a drink and hilarious spirited duologue about Scottish Literary History
- Edinburgh Beer TourDiscover the history of Edinburgh through beer
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Walking Tour + Whisky TastingExplore the landmarks that sparked the world's most beloved wizard series
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Private Walking TourLearn about Harry Potter’s origins from your fun Potter-head guide
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Sights Guided Walking Tour + Gin TastingVisit Greyfriars Kirkyard and try multiple gins from different regions
- Edinburgh: Harry Potter Sights Tour + Holyrood Palace EntrySee Tom Riddle's grave and visit the Elephant Café
- Edinburgh: Leith Saturday Guided Food TourVisit a local roastery for coffee and a Danish pastry then sip locally-made gin
- Edinburgh: Scottish Cooking Class + DinnerCook traditional Scottish soup and make all-butter shortbread to take home
- Edinburgh Airport: Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium GroupRelax at the lounge and enjoy traditional coffee
- Edinburgh: 2-Hr Guided Cheese CrawlTaste different cheeses and walk through the city's streets
- Edinburgh: Guided Silent Disco AdventureGroove through historic streets and sing along to theme songs
- St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife: Guided Tour from EdinburghVisit traditional fishing village and explore medieval town ruins
Frequently asked questions
- How many things to do are there in Edinburgh?
- There are 72 things to do in Edinburgh.
- What are the most popular things to do in Edinburgh?
- Popular categories include City explorers, Solo travelers and Groups.
- What are some hidden gems in Edinburgh?
- According to closeticket.com, lesser-known favourites include Doom, Dead & Buried: Underground Vaults & Graveyard Tour, The Scotch Whisky Experience: The Gold Tour and Scottish Highlands: Harry Potter Train + Tour from Edinburgh.
- How much do tickets in Edinburgh cost?
- Tickets in Edinburgh start from €5.78.
- Where is Edinburgh?
- Edinburgh is in United Kingdom.