7 Comedy & Live Shows in Scotland to Build a Trip Around

1.The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,813 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Join Scotsman and comedian Daniel Downie for a two-hour walking tour from Monkey Barrel Comedy through Edinburgh’s Old Town. Expect Scottish history, adult humor, city legends, Edinburgh Castle views, and stops at the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Daniel’s dog Braan often joins the fun. The tour is for ages 16 and over.

“Daniel and Bran were excellent tour guides, but we were really feeling our age (75!) by the the! Daniel knows his history and he made it fun and interesting. HR went out of his way to learn everyone's name to personalize the whole experience. Yes, his language was "colorful" but never over the top. We had a great time, then enjoyed our afternoon nap!”

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2.Silent Disco Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 385 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Put on a radio headset and follow an upbeat host through Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, gardens, station area, and past the Scott Monument. You’ll dance, sing, and perform simple routines while the city watches on. The tour lasts about an hour, suits groups, runs in English, and includes hosts such as Matt, Sophie, or James on some departures.

“Brilliant fun , well organised , definitely recommend , great music and good host . Thank you so much”

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3.The Comedy Lock-In

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 96 reviews · from $19

Meet at 20 Grassmarket for a roughly 1-hour-45-minute late-night comedy show at The Comedy Attic, above the Beehive Inn. Expect an MC and several live acts, with drinks available at the bar. Pre-booking secures entry, and the small venue can create a lively night, though stairs, heat, and uneven comedy are worth noting.

“This is a good venue, a compère and 2 comedians. Wasn't a large audience the evening we went but the 3 people worked hard to generate an atmosphere. Was good enough, but might have been better on another night with more people in.”

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4.A Silent Disco Adventure in Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Meet at Katie’s Bar at 3 pm for a one-hour silent disco walk through central Glasgow. Your host leads the group along Buchanan Street and around George Square while everyone hears the same pop playlist through radio headsets. Expect coordinated dance moves, a little over a mile of walking, public performances, and plenty of cheerful embarrassment.

“Tour guide was fantastic and made us feel welcome and relaxed. Fantastic value for money. Had a laugh and dance all in one!”

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5.2.5 Hour Experience Scottish Dinner and Folk Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 41 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Meet a bagpiper outside Biblos on Chambers Street, then head upstairs for a Scottish dinner with live folk music from Kevin and Eddy. Choose from haggis, salmon, fish and chips, or vegan shepherd’s pie, followed by dessert and a whisky toast. The evening lasts about 2 hours 45 minutes and suits visitors wanting food, music, and a friendly cultural night out.

“Great, enjoyable, family friendly. The Scottish food was delicious, nice options for each course. There were three of us, different selections, all very tasty. The folk music was excellent, found and downloaded his album on Apple Music. Just excellent overall.”

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6.The Mountebank Comedy Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $16Best value

Meet comedian and historian Daniel Downie at the Waverley Bar for a 90-minute tasting of four malt whiskies from across Scotland. Daniel explains whisky making, Scottish history, regions, and tasting basics with adult humor, lively stories, and help from his affectionate dog, Brahan.

“We had so much fun with Daniel during this whisky tasting. He was quite knowledgeable about how Scotch whisky is made, the various types, and the regions they come from. Daniel's jokes were hilarious, and I have to say this was one of my favorite events we booked during our stay in Edinburgh.”

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7.Stuck in the 90s A Nostalgic Music Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Step into Blade Heart’s 1990s music studio and investigate his suspicious death before the police arrive. You’ll solve varied clues, explore retro props, and follow a boyband murder mystery with help from a game master such as Aimee, Eliska, Joe, Amy, or Edi. The private Glasgow experience lasts about 75 minutes.

“Me and my partner played stuck in the 90’s and we absolutely loved it! Genuinely one of the most fun rooms we’ve played, and we’ve played a good few now! Eliska, our game master was so kind and made us feel welcome :) we’ll definitely be back to play the other rooms! 10/10!”

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