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

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Private 'Outlander' Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

Private day trip of locations featured in the ‘Outlander’ TV series. Depart from Edinburgh and follow in the footsteps of the Jamie and Claire as …More

Private day trip of locations featured in the ‘Outlander’ TV series. Depart from Edinburgh and follow in the footsteps of the Jamie and Claire as...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$164
Private - Culloden, Clava Cairns Day Tour from Edinburgh

Spend the day traveling through some stunning Scottish Scenery.  Hear how the ordinary people lived in the Highlands in the times of the Jacobite Rising.  …More

Spend the day traveling through some stunning Scottish Scenery.  Hear how the ordinary people lived in the Highlands in the times of the Jacobite Rising. ...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,295
Outlander locations experience, Private Tour in a premium Minivan

Our fantastic private guided Outlander tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the on-location castles that were used in Scotland for hit TV show Outlander. …More

Our fantastic private guided Outlander tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the on-location castles that were used in Scotland for hit TV show Outlander....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$137
Edinburgh Photo Shoot - capture your memories!

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos …More

L&L photography is dreamy, moody, shadowy, gloomy but glowy! This photoshoot is ideal for solo travelers, couples, families, no rule! *I provide 15 digital photos...

30 to 50 minutes
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$245
Edinburgh: West Highlands Privately Guided Day Tour in Luxury MPV

Enjoy a private, guided tour through the West Highlands. On this tour, you will see the most famous sights of Scotland including Stirling Castle, before …More

Enjoy a private, guided tour through the West Highlands. On this tour, you will see the most famous sights of Scotland including Stirling Castle, before...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$206
Taste the Best Scottish Ales: Rose Street Private Pub Tour

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking …More

Embark on a journey through time & heritage, from old to new within the heart of Edinburgh, home to many of the UK’s oldest drinking...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Private Edinburgh Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized

Make life-long memories with your tribe as you follow our local Edinburgh host on a family-friendly adventure through this fairytale city of castles and legends. …More

Make life-long memories with your tribe as you follow our local Edinburgh host on a family-friendly adventure through this fairytale city of castles and legends....

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Edinburgh City 4 Hour Private Guided Taxi Tour

See Edinburgh on a private, half-day guided taxi tour tailored to your interests. Choose where to stop as you visit highlights including the Royal Mile, …More

See Edinburgh on a private, half-day guided taxi tour tailored to your interests. Choose where to stop as you visit highlights including the Royal Mile,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$377
From Edinburgh: Argyll, Castles & West Highlands Day Tour

Epic mountains, mystical lochs, and castles straight out of a legend - aye, this small-group tour is a cracker! We’re off on a wild ride …More

Epic mountains, mystical lochs, and castles straight out of a legend - aye, this small-group tour is a cracker! We’re off on a wild ride...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$78
On the Trail of Mary Queen of Scots Private Tour in a Minivan from Edinburgh

Our fantastic private guided Mary Queen of Scots tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the locations that were connected to Mary, including her birth, departure …More

Our fantastic private guided Mary Queen of Scots tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the locations that were connected to Mary, including her birth, departure...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$137
Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Adventure - Private Day Tour

This one day private tour is perfect for those who love a dram or two of whisky. Along the way, you’ll be captivated by the …More

This one day private tour is perfect for those who love a dram or two of whisky. Along the way, you’ll be captivated by the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$297
Edinburgh: Private Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour

Fancy exploring the places that brought your favourite films and TV shows to life? Join TRIPorganiser, a family-run business, on a private journey through Scotland's …More

Fancy exploring the places that brought your favourite films and TV shows to life? Join TRIPorganiser, a family-run business, on a private journey through Scotland's...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$407
Private Edinburgh City Tour

Explore Edinburgh, which has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th Century and stands proudly on seven hills, from the comfort of your own …More

Explore Edinburgh, which has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th Century and stands proudly on seven hills, from the comfort of your own...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,053
St Andrews & The Old Course Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Your St Andrews Luxury Private Day Tour and Shore Excursion takes in the "Home of Golf" along with a Whisky Distillery & Scottish Fishing Village. …More

Your St Andrews Luxury Private Day Tour and Shore Excursion takes in the "Home of Golf" along with a Whisky Distillery & Scottish Fishing Village....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$255
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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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...

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$1,234
Isle of Lewis and Harris 5 Day Tour from Edinburgh

Experience an extra small group tour of up to 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous areas in the Highlands of Scotland and the …More

Experience an extra small group tour of up to 16 clients. Explore some of the most gorgeous areas in the Highlands of Scotland and the...

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$1,022
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...

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$1,123
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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$651
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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$2,125
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,...

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$1,302
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