Activities

Old town food and drinks guided tour in Edinburgh

from

£85.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 3 hours

Instant confirmation

Guided tour

Local touch

Meal included

E-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

You will taste locally produced Scottish cheeses from a family-owned cheesemonger
Savour a pie with local ale at a historic Royal Mile tavern
You will enjoy an indulgent, deep fried delight in the historic Grassmarket

What to expect

Embark on a culinary journey through the medieval charm of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle, and stunning Georgian architecture of its New Town, exploring the heart of Scottish cuisine.

This walking tour will take you to some of The Royal Mile’s best hidden spots. From haggis and whisky infused treats (that’s Scotch whisky, not Scotch whiskey, aye!) to iconic seafood restaurants and the most indulgent of Scottish desserts, you’ll sample quintessential Scottish flavours in new and exciting ways.

Discover the city’s food culture through locally made cheeses, traditional pub fare, and unexpected culinary delights that showcase the best of Scottish cuisine on this Edinburgh tour. Wander down the legendary Victoria Street, explore historic closes, and taste your way through some of Edinburgh’s most beloved eateries.

What's included

Drinks
Guided walking tour
Food tasting
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks

What's not included

Additional food and drinks

Where

Melville Monument, Saint Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2AD, Scotland, UK

Meeting point:

Meet your guide in St Andrew Square by the Melville Monument. The guide will be wearing a purple tote bag and will be standing near the monument, by the bench with Paddington Bear.

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour involves areas with limited accessibility and may not wheelchair or stroller accessible
Not suitable for guests with severe or life-threatening allergies

Know in advance:

This is a small-group experience, with a maximum of 12 participants
This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, the local partner will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed
Vegetarian, gluten-free, kosher or vegan options are available but may be limited.Please let the local partner know if you have any food allergies or intolerances. You'll find the contact details in your voucher after booking
Infants aged 0-3: free (food not included)

Provider

Eating Europe

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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