Things to do on New Year's Eve in Edinburgh (Updated 2026)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Traditional Scottish Cooking Class & Dinner with Edinburgh Local

Immerse yourself in the warmth of traditional Scottish hospitality for a cooking experience and 3-course dinner as you step into the welcoming embrace of local …More

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Immerse yourself in the warmth of traditional Scottish hospitality for a cooking experience and 3-course dinner as you step into the welcoming embrace of local...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$183
Private St Andrews & Fife Day Tour from Edinburgh

Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a …More

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Travel with an experienced Scottish driver-guide who brings local knowledge and a genuine interest in Scotland’s history, golf and heritage to your day. As a...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,011
5-Day Orkney and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

An adventure to the Orkney Isles – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic four day tour! Visit the pre-historic sites of …More

An adventure to the Orkney Isles – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic four day tour! Visit the pre-historic sites of...

5 days
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$1,281
Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Highlands: 3-Day Private Luxury Tour

Discover the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands Let us take you to the breathtaking landscapes of the Isle of Skye, a truely unique …More

Discover the Isle of Skye and the Scottish Highlands Let us take you to the breathtaking landscapes of the Isle of Skye, a truely unique...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$5,999
Potion Experience at the Edinburgh School of Magic

Every wizard must know the cornerstones of magic: spell casting, runecraft, and of course, potions. To perfect your knowledge of alchemy, join our candlelit Edinburgh …More

Every wizard must know the cornerstones of magic: spell casting, runecraft, and of course, potions. To perfect your knowledge of alchemy, join our candlelit Edinburgh...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$259
Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport

Book our private airport transfer service and enjoy a safe, reliable, comfortable, and convenient journey from your accommodation in Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Let …More

Book our private airport transfer service and enjoy a safe, reliable, comfortable, and convenient journey from your accommodation in Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Let...

35 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$19
From Edinburgh: Glenkinchie Distillery & Whisky Experience

Our adventure begins at 22 St Andrew Square in Edinburgh (EH2 1AY), where we depart for Glenkinchie Distillery. Leaving the city behind, the landscape transforms …More

Our adventure begins at 22 St Andrew Square in Edinburgh (EH2 1AY), where we depart for Glenkinchie Distillery. Leaving the city behind, the landscape transforms...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$74
2 Day Private Tour of Skye and the Highlands from Edinburgh

Witness the iconic landscapes that Skye has to offer, and which have dazzled generations of visitors. From crystal clear beaches with dinosaur foot prints, to …More

Witness the iconic landscapes that Skye has to offer, and which have dazzled generations of visitors. From crystal clear beaches with dinosaur foot prints, to...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
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$2,427
Outlander and Castles Film Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn why …More

16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn why...

7 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of …More

See Puffins in Scotland! 16 clients maximum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Tantallon Castle that sits on top of...

7 hours
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$216
Stirling and Loch Lomond. Myth, Royalty, Scenery and Whisky

All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to …More

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All our day tours are individual to your needs. We only travel with you. The tours are flexible. You can visit what you wish to...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$742
Private Half Day Tour of Edinburgh in a Black Cab

Experience the majestic charm and historic beauty of Edinburgh in a London Taxi. Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Edinburgh in a classic London …More

Experience the majestic charm and historic beauty of Edinburgh in a London Taxi. Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of Edinburgh in a classic London...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$624
Whisky tasting experience

Join our top-rated whisky tastings and discover the legendary history of this iconic drink in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. For the past 10 years …More

Join our top-rated whisky tastings and discover the legendary history of this iconic drink in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. For the past 10 years...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$47
5 Day Isle of Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh

We offer extra small group tours for up to only 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous locations in the Highlands of Scotland and …More

We offer extra small group tours for up to only 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous locations in the Highlands of Scotland and...

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$957
Full Day Private Tour of Edinburgh Including Edinburgh Castle

On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also …More

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On this full day exploration of my home city Edinburgh, I'll take you to some of the most famous sites in the city but also...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,079
The Dirty Olde Town Walking tour - Adults only

This is an Adults only walking tour of Edinburgh so no screaming kids to worry about, small groups (15 max) and plenty of bad language. …More

This is an Adults only walking tour of Edinburgh so no screaming kids to worry about, small groups (15 max) and plenty of bad language....

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$809
Multi-Sensory Small Group Historic Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond …More

Edinburgh’s Master Storytellers, Mercat Tours, are redefining the walking tour, promising to enrich and deepen your connection with Edinburgh’s people and its past far beyond...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private Tour to St Andrews & Charming Coast Towns from Edinburgh

Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with …More

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Make the most of your day in Scotland with a private scenic tour to St Andrews and the picturesque east coast, blending coastal beauty with...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$133
Loch Ness and The Highlands from Edinburgh

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the …More

Discover the majestic landscapes of Scotland on this 12-hour Loch Ness and Highlands tour departing from Edinburgh. Journey through the stunning Rannoch Moor and the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,133
Loch Ness Private Day Tour up to 8 passengers

Visit the Highlands with a Kilted Scotsman! Starting from Edinburgh. As your tour is private you are in charge of the places you want to …More

Visit the Highlands with a Kilted Scotsman! Starting from Edinburgh. As your tour is private you are in charge of the places you want to...

12 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$944
Private Edinburgh Castle Tour

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour …More

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most evocative castles in the whole of Britain and has dominated the Edinburgh skyline for centuries. In this 3-hour...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$270
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