Top things to do in Edinburgh in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Old Town: Professional Photoshoot & Edited Photos

Capture the most magnificent views of Edinburgh and discover the secret gems of this amazing city. Your tour will take you through the most iconic …More

Capture the most magnificent views of Edinburgh and discover the secret gems of this amazing city. Your tour will take you through the most iconic...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$74
5-Day York, Lake District & Hadrian's Wall Tour from Edinburgh

*Tour price includes admission to Bamburgh Castle, Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) and entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. Discover some of northern England’s …More

*Tour price includes admission to Bamburgh Castle, Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) and entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. Discover some of northern England’s...

5 days
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$1,214
4-Day Scottish Castles Experience Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history …More

Feel like a lord or lady as you wander through castles and manor houses. Stride ancient battlefields like a sword-wielding Highlander. And relive Scotland’s history...

4 days
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$1,105
Isle of Skye Private 4 Day Tour From Edinburgh or Glasgow

Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland. …More

Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland....

4 days Hotel pickup offered
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$641
2 Days Private Custom Tour of Scotland from Edinburgh

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can …More

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$2,090
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
5-Day Hebrides and Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

An adventure to the Historical Hebrides – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic five day tour from Edinburgh. See the Highlands, …More

An adventure to the Historical Hebrides – experience Scotland’s incredible history, nature and people on this fantastic five day tour from Edinburgh. See the Highlands,...

5 days
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$1,281
Edinburgh Photoshoot for Couples, Families & Solo Travellers

Leave the selfie stick behind and let me turn your Edinburgh adventure into a collection of stunning, professional photographs. We'll meet at a convenient location …More

Leave the selfie stick behind and let me turn your Edinburgh adventure into a collection of stunning, professional photographs. We'll meet at a convenient location...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$201
Edinburgh City 4-Hour Pre-Booked Private Guided Tour Experience

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh with your very own private guide. This tailored experience offers a deep dive into the city’s fascinating past, …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh with your very own private guide. This tailored experience offers a deep dive into the city’s fascinating past,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$538
Off The Beaten Path Edinburgh: Dean Village Private Walking Tour

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this …More

Dean Village is one of the oldest villages that lay around the original Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, with a history going back centuries. On this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Highland Cows, Glasgow Cathedral, Murals, Kelpies Half Day Tour

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit …More

See some of our beloved (and rare) 'Hairy Coos'. This now rare, and difficult to find, breed has become an iconic symbol of Scotland. Visit...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$593
Secrets of the Royal Mile: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare …More

This tour is the perfect introductory tour for anyone arriving in Edinburgh for the first time. On your tour, you will visit Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$60
Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Private Day Tour From Edinburgh

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn …More

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$169
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
Braveheart Luxury Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Braveheart Private Excursion takes in the important battlefields where Scotland’s Independence was fought, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local Scottish Driver with …More

Your Braveheart Private Excursion takes in the important battlefields where Scotland’s Independence was fought, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local Scottish Driver with...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$239
Stirling Luxury Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your Stirling and Wallace Monument sightseeing excursion takes in the Gateway to the Highlands, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local chauffeur with …More

Your Stirling and Wallace Monument sightseeing excursion takes in the Gateway to the Highlands, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local chauffeur with...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$253
Curious Tales of the Royal Mile - Private Walking Tour

Why was a pet blackbird arrested in 1736? What did a washerwoman insist on before she would pull philosopher David Hume out of a swamp? …More

Why was a pet blackbird arrested in 1736? What did a washerwoman insist on before she would pull philosopher David Hume out of a swamp?...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Edinburgh to St Andrews private driving tour

Discover St Andrews Your Way – A Private Luxury Tour from Edinburgh Explore the charming coastal town of St Andrews on a private tour tailored …More

Discover St Andrews Your Way – A Private Luxury Tour from Edinburgh Explore the charming coastal town of St Andrews on a private tour tailored...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,025
Edinburgh City Centre and St Andrews Private Driving Day Tour

Planning to tour Edinburgh and St Andrews? You've come to the right place! Don't just depend on guide books, work with an Edinburgh city expert …More

Planning to tour Edinburgh and St Andrews? You've come to the right place! Don't just depend on guide books, work with an Edinburgh city expert...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$944
Highlands Private One Day Tour of Scotland

Scotland has fast become a must visit worldwide destination and we are very proud of where come from and feel fortunate to showcase our country …More

Scotland has fast become a must visit worldwide destination and we are very proud of where come from and feel fortunate to showcase our country...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$877
The Scottish Borders Full-Day Private Tour in a Luxury Minivan with Local Guide

This tour takes you off the beaten path into one of Scotland's less visited regions. The Scottish Borders is full of fascinating history, historic places …More

This tour takes you off the beaten path into one of Scotland's less visited regions. The Scottish Borders is full of fascinating history, historic places...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$158
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