Start at the bottom of Castle Hill and stroll through the streets of the Old Town, learning about historic Edinburgh’s history,  monuments, pubs and people! Then venture to the Georgian New Town and uncover the secrets of the Athens of the North. During this tour, you’ll be able to discover all the “unmissables” and key monuments of Edinburgh.

Discover the hidden gems and closes of the Royal Mile and follow in the footsteps of Queen Mary Stuart from Holyrood Palace to the medieval fortress of Edinburgh Castle. Visit St Giles Cathedral, discover the markets of the Tron Kirk, and step into history by learning about the lives of the people of Edinburgh’s past. From kings and queens to the colourful residents who told ghost stories that are still whispered about today...

Why is Edinburgh called the Athens of the North? What drove the city to build this area, which has become the best preserved and greatest example of Georgian architecture in the UK? Discover how the Georgian and Victorian lords and ladies lived, from the wild parties of the upper class to the shady business deals being made behind closed doors.

Visit the hidden gem that is Dean Village and the old milling neighbourhood of Edinburgh before strolling along the River Leith and enjoying the charm of nature in the heart of the city. Discover the quaint Stockbridge neighborhood and its independent bookshops. Learn a bit more about the UNESCO New Town, then head to the Royal Botanic Gardens to admire its stunning magnolias. We recommend this walk on Sundays for the farmers' market!

Go off the beaten path and discover Leith! Between street art and distilleries, Queen Mary Stuart, docker strikes, and beautiful boats moored in modern shipyards, learn the secrets of a neighbourhood that is constantly reinventing itself. We recommend this walk on Saturdays to enjoy as well the farmers' market!

It's always hard to find guided tours suitable for families with young children, so join our guided tour for the kiddos! It's only one hour long, jam packed with interactive games, and even has a song or two! It's the perfect way to explore Edinburgh as a family.

With more than 2000 years of rich history, Edinburgh Castle is the jewel of our beautiful city. Discover how it was built and the intriguing stories which took place within its walls. From the Jacobites to King Edward the First, it is one of the most besieged places in Great Britain and the brave tales of the soldiers who fought to defend it still resonate to this day.

Step inside Edinburgh’s ”other castle", which stood a mile outside the old city walls and provided a retreat from Scotland’s capital, as well as a gorgeous view of Arthur’s Seat. Learn about the skeletons discovered within its dungeon, the bedroom used by Queen Mary Stuart and the witches that were sentenced there, and many other stories that haunt its walls. Only a 10-minute taxi ride from the city centre!

For those who don't have long in Edinburgh, discover all the highlights of the city in a day! Start in the Old Town and discover its history and key monuments (St Giles Cathedral, the National Museum, Greyfriars Kirkyard, the Royal Mile, and more). Enjoy lunch in a local pub where you’ll try traditional Scottish food during a mini food tour. Then, in the afternoon, you’ll discover Edinburgh’s Georgian New Town by heading towards Stockbridge and the Dean Village. Broken up with a tea break in the middle of course!

Jump on a train with your guide in the city centre of Edinburgh and enjoy a stunning, 40-minute ride over the Edinburgh bridges before reaching the port town of Aberdour. In Aberdour Castle, nestled next to a small orchard, you’ll be able to discover how the powerful Douglas family lived. Will you try learning a medieval dance in the great hall? Or maybe imagine what your favourite bird would be in their impressive dovecot? Visit St Fillians church dating back to 1123. For those up for a walk after visiting the Castle, we'll head to the charming local port and beach.

Jump on a train with your guide in the city centre of Edinburgh and enjoy a 1h15 train ride before reaching the quaint town of Stirling. Visit the historic Old Town, learn about the real life of "William Wallace" the hero of Braveheart, before heading to discover Stirling Castle. From its intricate Great Hall to the private bedroom of the King, generations of Scottish monarchs have transformed this  beautiful fortress into the center of Scottish political intrigues.

During this immersive workshop for beginners and experts alike, learn the art of piping! Start by discovering the history of this iconic instrument. Then, with help from an experienced piper, train on chanters before trying the full bagpipes yourself. If you don’t fancy giving them a go, you can simply enjoy a bagpipe demonstration, instead!

Do you know what a ceilidh is? Since the 17th century, Scottish people have gathered for dancing and stories, and now it’s your turn to join in on the tradition in a beautiful Edinburgh church hall. Helped by professional dancers and a local live band playing timeless ceilidh tunes, learn the steps of “Strip the Willow”, the “Gay Gordons” or the “Dashing White Sergeant” and have a grand old time!

Join a private lunch/evening like no other. Welcomed by a piper and traditional dancers, discover Scottish cuisine and hosting culture. As you taste local food, a live band and actors will share traditional tales of the legends and heroes of Scotland with you. Learn about the Jacobites and Bonnie Prince Charlie, William Wallace, the witches of Fife, and more. Finish your evening with some sea shanties and a whisky tasting.

Discover the historical art of spinning your own yarn using a drop spindle during this immersive workshop. You can even take what you make home with you and use it in your own projects just like Scotland’s seamstresses of old!

Discover the multifaceted city that is Glasgow and admire not just its street art, but also the rich history of its Georgian city centre. From slave-trade and shipyards to Mackintosh and The Glasgow Boys, the second capital of Scotland has shaped the UK in ways still felt today. Start on Buchanan Street before heading to visit the beautiful St Mungo’s Cathedral.

For those who don't have long in Glasgow, discover all the highlights of the city in a day! Start in the city centre with its street art and head towards St Mungo’s Cathedral. Head to visit the Riverside Transport Museum before visiting the University and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Start your day by discovering an old Scottish legend by visiting the gigantic Kelpie statues, then discover the stunning hidden beauty of Loch Katrine during a cruise deep in the Trossachs National Park. Finish your day by enjoying a guided tour of Stirling Castle.

Discover the region of Fife. Visit St Andrews and the ruins of its abbey and castle. Enjoy the fishing villages of Elie, St Monans and Anstruther and Pittenweem.

Enter the Highlands during this private day trip from Edinburgh. Visit beautiful Blair Castle, look for salmon in the victorian town of Pitlochry, enjoy a walk in the woods at the Hermitage, and finish by admiring Queen Victoria's favourite viewpoint over the lochs.

Are you looking for a guide for single or multi-day tours of the Scottish Highlands? From Glencoe to Skye and beyond, we can help. Whether it be simply providing a guide (French or English speaking), to helping you refine your itineraries with local knowledge, we offer a range of services. These also include:

• Panoramic tours of Edinburgh and Glasgow

• Airport pickups

• Transport with a driver (for day trips only)

During this guided tour, discover the main sights and history of Edinburgh's Old Town. Visit St Giles Cathedral, the Royal Mile, and the Grassmarket while sampling traditional Scottish nibbles, then finish your guided tour by sampling three different whiskies in a traditional pub.

The perfect Edinburgh food tour at low prices! Try some local snacks and learn about the culinary history of Scotland. Venture from the Grassmarket to the Royal Mile to discover the main sights of the Edinburgh Old Town and finish your tour by a trying haggis or a cullen skink (fish soup) paired with a whisky, gin or beer.

Did you know that angels drink whisky in Scotland? Or that we really do eat stuffed sheep’s belly (our famous haggis)? On this guided tasting tour, we'll visit Edinburgh's Old Town together and enjoy its rich culinary heritage by tasting traditional alcohol, trying local snacks, learning how people baked bread without ovens, and stopping off at two traditional pubs to try three different dishes (haggis, cullen skink and cranachan). Discover the history of Scotland through your taste buds and have a light breakfast, we're going to eat well! 

After our delicious food tour of Edinburgh, become a chef yourself by learning to make your own fudge! You will have to mix the ingredients and work the sugar to create your own sweet delicacy you can bring home with you.

Did you know that people drank more than 1L of beer per day back in medieval Scotland?! Enjoy a guided tour of Leith! A vibrant community off the beaten path, it has a history strongly tied to whisky, gin and beer. Discover its rich history, ranging from Queen Mary Stuart to modern street art, before joining a guided tour of a local craft brewery where you will try three beers, each of which have been paired with matching Scottish cheeses and cured meats.

Did you know that it had more than a hundred warehouses dedicated to storing freshly made whisky?! Enjoy a guided tour of Leith! A vibrant community off the beaten path, it has a history strongly tied to whisky, gin and beer. Discover its rich history, ranging from Queen Mary Stuart to modern street art, before joining a guided tour of a local whisky distillery. Try a range of whiskies and bottle your own 10ml mini whisky bottle to bring home!

Did you know that the first juniper berries arrived in Scotland through the Leith harbor?! Enjoy a guided tour of Leith! A vibrant community off the beaten path, it has a history strongly tied to whisky, gin and beer. Discover its rich history, ranging from Queen Mary Stuart to modern street art, before joining a guided tour of a local craft gin distillery. Try some gin, make your own cocktail and bottle your own 5ml mini gin bottle to bring home!

You better behave... in Edinburgh the Bloody Code reigned supreme with more than 220 crimes punishable by death. Led by expert storytellers, join our tour where we'll unveil chilling tales of crimes, dark secrets, and the restless spirits that linger in the city's ancient corners. Wander through the eerie streets under the moonlit sky as we reveal the stories that have earned Edinburgh its reputation as one of the most haunted cities in the world. Brace yourself for a night of suspense and history during this spine-chilling tour!

Get ready for a spooktacular adventure in Edinburgh! Join our family-friendly tour led by expert storytellers to discover the mysterious secrets of the city's ancient corners. Unveil chilling tales of crimes, dark secrets, and even meet some friendly spirits along the way. Perfect for budding ghost busters and curious kids, this tour offers a kid-safe exploration of Edinburgh's history, steering clear of anything that might cause nightmares. Join us for a fun-filled, educational journey through the city's hidden past!

In 1876, a young Arthur Conan Doyle joined the Edinburgh Medical School and became the assistant of Joseph Bell, a consulting doctor for Police Scotland. Discover the crimes and legends of Edinburgh which inspired him when he first invented Sherlock Holmes and learn about his incredible life and exploits during an immersive private tour. Did you know he was something of a detective himself?

Thieves have stolen an artefact from the National Museum of Scotland! Help Sherlock Holmes find out who did it during an immersive investigation where you’ll have to crack puzzles and solve a mystery. Along the way, learn more about the famous detective and discover how Edinburgh inspired Conan Doyle when he wrote the adventures of Sherlock Holmes.

Join a private Harry Potter guided tour of Edinburgh to discover all the iconic landmarks behind the imagination of JK Rowling. Learn about the history of the city and how its legends inspired the author.  Discover iconic landmarks such as Victoria Street and the the Royal Mile. Finish your tour at the beautiful Greyfriars Kirkyard where Harry Potter secrets hide behind the graves.

Join an extended Harry Potter fan tour of Edinburgh to discover all the iconic landmarks behind the imagination of JK Rowling. Which streets are behind Knockturn Alley or Diagon Alley? Who was the real Nearly Headless Nick? Discover iconic landmarks such as Victoria Street, the Royal Mile, and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Venture into the National Museum of Scotland to see objects which inspired the author and, at the end of your tour, make your own potion to join the magical world yourself.

Every wizard needs their own book to record their spells! Join our wizard's workshop to create your own custom grimoire. Select your leather, learn the craft of bookbinding, and engrave your own leather cover!

A good broom is the tool of a great wizard! Join our broom crafting workshop to create your own custom broom. Select your wood, learn the craft of binding broom corns, and select the flowers and charms necessary to decorate it!

Every wizard needs their own wand! Within one of Edinburgh’s oldest buildings, join us for a unique crafting experience. Select the wood that calls to you, gather your magical core, and craft a wand unique to yourself!

There has been a murder in the Castle tonight - will your team be able to solve it? This immersive experience invites participants to unravel a meticulously crafted murder scenario, employing forensic techniques, crime scene analysis, suspect interrogation, and codebreaking. Led by seasoned mystery writers and detectives, attendees will collaboratively work in teams, navigating surprise twists and turns while deciphering cryptic clues.

Can you manage to find the secret treasure? We create for you a bespoke treasure trail based on your venue , you and a theme. Half escape game, half trail, you will have to follow clues and crack codes to win the prize!

Do want us to organise a ghost hunt at the location of your choice? We'll bring EMF, pendulum, movement detection apps and more equipment to help you contact the after life. Most importantly, our guide will research the history of the space to make sure any discovery is based on facts. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of storytelling.

Enter the Highlands during this private day trip by train from Edinburgh. Visit beautiful Blair Castle, look for salmon in the victorian town of Pitlochry an enjoy a dram of whisky at the Blair Atholl distillery.