Scotland · HISTORICAL TOURS
14 reviewed
Of the 14 historical tours on this site, these 14 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and what each day actually covers are set out below.
A 2-hour guided walk through Edinburgh’s UNESCO Old Town with stories, key landmarks, and great views, from $24.96.
“Two hour walking tour of old Edinburgh - very knowledgeable guide - mixture of historical facts and fascinating stories”
Relaxed Old Town and underground vaults tour in Edinburgh, led by expert guides, visiting Tron Kirk and Canongate Kirkyard.
“Holly was amazing! Funny, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable. Honestly, wish it could’ve lasted longer!”
Small-group Edinburgh vaults tour with dark stories under South Bridge, plus artifacts at Mercat Tours. 1 hr 15 min, English.
“What a fascinating piece of history. Really interesting and informative. Our guide was clear and enthusiastic and it was well paced and had loads of interesting facts which made the tour a really fascinating part of our trip to Edinburgh”
2-hour guided Edinburgh Old Town walk, medieval to modern, ending at Greyfriars. Professional guide, English or French, $24.96.
“Very informative. Now I see the city with different eyes. History and places were a good match. There were also many tips.Auto-translated”
A 2-hour Royal Mile walk through Edinburgh’s prison, executions, plague, and graveyard lore, led by funny, story-driven guides.
“Really informative tour! The stories Joe told were fascinating and he told them with flare. He was super knowledgeable and answered our questions like the historian he is - highly recommend!!!!!!”
A 75-minute Edinburgh witch and haunted history walk, from St Giles to Grassmarket, with funny, respectful storytelling at real locations.
“A wonderful day touring Edinburgh with the lovely Juniper mesmerising story telling informative Witch. Highlighting knowledgable and engaging guide . Blending historical facts with storytelling and humour. Even my husband enjoyed it as well .”
Small-group Edinburgh pub and beer tour with cask ale tastings and Old Town stops, led in English.
“Great! well worth the money. A must when traveling to Edinburgh for the first time. Ian was knowledgeable and easy going.”
A 2-hour Old Town walking tour that strings together the Royal Mile, Greyfriars, Grassmarket, and St Giles with story-first guides.
“Pleasant and knowledgeable guide with a fund of stories, albeit a little lacking on the history of the old town.”
St Andrews Old Course history tour with a pro caddie guide. Walk iconic holes, hear golf origins, and get Swilcan Bridge photos.
“Never received the tickets. When We went to retrieve the tickets we got a message something went wrong oops try again. We tried repeatedly but were unable to get the tickets. I called the service centre but with the time change it was closed. I will be following up with Viator when we return home to Canada”
A guided St Andrews walking tour of town, university ruins, and the Old Course, ending at Swilcan Bridge, with a local golf history author.
“Wonderful tour, great historian and speaker. Truly appreciated his knowledge of the game, history and future expansion of the area. This was a very enjoyable tour not only for golf enthusiasts, he covers the St. Andrews history in great detail.”
Glasgow pub and history walking tour with beer tastings at three pubs, a small group stroll through Merchant City, 2 hours.
“Such a great afternoon! Fran did an excellent job of teaching us about the different types of beer. It was a very informative and tasty afternoon. A must do tour”
Private 90-minute Greyfriars Kirkyard tour in Edinburgh with Robert. Tailored stories in the cemetery for up to 2.
“The enthusiasm and knowledge of the tour guide was brilliant and made us feel very comfortable in his presence.”
Small-group coffee walk through Edinburgh Old Town, with underground 18th-century cafe access, included coffee, and close wynd stories.
“In 90 minutes I got a lot of information about coffee in Edinburgh since early 1700. Sarah is a great storyteller. She showed lovely places and especially their own Lost Close! And 2 cups of lovely coffee.”
Small-group Fife day trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews, Dunfermline Abbey, and coastal walks with free highlights and flexible castle options.
“Magnus was great! Friendly, fun and full of wonderful historical facts that we wouldn’t have likely learned otherwise. He was very respectful to accommodate the entire group by also letting everyone know he could give as much or little information, just let him know what worked. I would recommend this tour & Magnus did great striking a balance for everyone.”
