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15 Food Tours in Edinburgh Worth the Day

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The 15 best food tours in Edinburgh you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.

Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More - Scotch, Scottish cheese, cakes, and the changing secret dish
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Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More

1.Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,172 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Spend three hours walking Edinburgh’s Old Town and tasting Scottish classics, including haggis, neeps and tatties, whisky, cheese, cakes, tea, and a changing secret dish. Guides such as Carlos, Nichola, Nyssa, Joanne, Craig, and Madge mix food with stories about Edinburgh’s streets, buildings, customs, and folklore.

“All the food was very tasty. Started with the cullen skink . A very hardy, flavorful soup. The haggis was well prepared, similar to a shepard's pie without crust. The Chranacan was delicious, was prepared like an ice cream. Tried 2 whiskey that were both good. Finish with scones at a bakery. They were just ok. More like a biscuit than a scones. Not enjoyable after whiskey. Overall a nice experience. Several dishes were shared and still, portions were just way too large.”

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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge - Is $24.96 a good value?
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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

2.Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24Best value

Spend about two hours at Edinburgh’s Hot Toddy lounge tasting four single malt Scotch whiskies from Scotland’s main producing regions. Guides such as Ben, Euan, Alasdair, and Max combine whisky basics with folklore, family stories, jokes, and local history. Non-whisky drink alternatives are available, and the experience ends where it begins.

“Angus was a pure delight! Despite not liking whiskey at all, still had an amazing time and enjoyed all his stories about whiskey and more.”

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Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours - Dietary needs and drink choices
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Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours

3.Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 561 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Walk Edinburgh’s Grassmarket, Old Town, Royal Mile, and New Town while eating a full meal and sampling paired drinks. Guides such as Tamara, Tilly, Tom, Wag, and Christy combine Scottish food with stories about the city. Groups are capped at 12, and dietary needs can be arranged with advance notice.

“The tour guide, Tilly, was amazing. She provided interesting details on the history of the food and area. She was bubbly and bright. Also, the food was amazing. It was my first time trying haggis and I was pleasantly surprised.”

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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting - Inside the guided distillery tour
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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

4.Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $37

Spend about an hour inside Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery, where a guide explains the making of gin and single malt whisky before you taste several products. The small, modern distillery focuses on experimentation rather than old traditions. Guides such as Diego, Brice, Chris, and Neil have earned praise for clear, friendly presentations.

“Very cool building, many great photo opportunities. Tour guide was very knowledgeable, fun, and engaging personality. Had both whiskey & gin drinkers in my group and everyone enjoyed the tasting.”

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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town - Meeting at Parliament Square
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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

5.90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Meet at John’s Coffee House & Tavern in Parliament Square for a 90-minute introduction to Scotch whisky beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town. Your guide leads you through four regional drams in The Lost Close, explaining production, flavour, and Scottish whisky culture. Guides may include Mark, Dan, Haley, Eleanor, or Nicky, with small groups and optional higher-level tastings available.

“Interesting and tasteful unique whiskey tasting experience in a vibrant location with experienced guide!”

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Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting - Cowgate, pubs, and your first tastings
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Edinburgh: Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

6.Pubs & History Walking Tour with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $63

Walk from St Giles’ Street through Edinburgh’s Old Town, Canongate, and Cowgate with a guide such as Wag, Iain, Christy, Sara, or Mhairi. Visit three pubs, taste included beers ranging from cask ales to sour styles, and connect Edinburgh’s brewing past with its lively pub culture. Groups are limited to 12 people.

“Our host, Iain, managed to make it even tho it snowed! Very thankful he put the effort in. He even brought snacks, which were delicious! We tried a very wide arrangement of beers, and Iain had tons of knowledge on the history and process off them all. Very fun experience!”

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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour - Stockbridge Market and the local food scene
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Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

7.Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 231 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Walk from Comely Bank to Stockbridge with a guide such as Jenny, Xander, or Kieran, stopping at local cheese shops and a deli for around seven cheese samples, possible pâté, and a glass of prosecco or wine. Most tastings take place outdoors, so wear weather-ready shoes and clothing.

“Jenny was our guide. We had a great time. The cheese was interesting and plentiful and Jenny was full of information. The people we met on the tour were good company. We will be happy to recommend the tour to others.”

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Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours - Old Town: centuries of stories, away from the busiest sights
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Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours

8.Edinburgh Luxury Private Food & Drink Tour with Eat Walk Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $325

Spend two to four hours walking Edinburgh’s West End, New Town, and Old Town with a private guide such as Tom, Wag, Julie, or Anastaziya. Expect a full meal’s worth of Scottish food, paired adult drinks, local history, small-group conversation, hotel pickup, and a useful map with restaurant and bar discounts.

“Outstanding host, excellent food, and even better stories and information about the area!! Our host (Tom) was exceptionally versed in many different facets of the area, and provided some very interesting information. Tom was very friendly and had some of the best facts and stories about the local area that we have ever experienced anywhere. The food was truly outstanding and there is nothing that I would change about our experience.”

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Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour - Views that connect Old Town and New Town
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Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour

9.Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Spend three hours walking Edinburgh’s Old Town with an English-speaking guide such as Ailsa, Luana, Reece, or Andre. Try Cullen skink, haggis bon bons, pie, Scottish cheese, and a deep-fried Mars bar while hearing stories about the Royal Mile, Victoria Street, Edinburgh Castle, and local life.

“Our group was a small group but we had so much fun! We were able to talk to each other and get to know each other (our tour guide never rushed us just so she could speak to us about our tour). It was GREAT! We went to places we wouldn't have found on our own.”

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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min - How the tasting itself works
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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 90min

10.Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 90min

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Spend 90 minutes beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town tasting five rare whiskies from five Scottish regions. Guides such as Mark, Eleanor, Sara, and Nicky explain production, flavor, and local history in The Lost Close, an atmospheric underground venue for groups of up to 10.

“You’ll receive a great history lesson to go along with the fantastic scotch’s provided. I would definitely do it again.”

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Tailored Premium Edinburgh Food Tour with Highest Quality Dishes - The Royal Mile in a short, useful stretch
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Tailored Premium Edinburgh Food Tour with Highest Quality Dishes

11.Tailored Premium Edinburgh Food Tour with Highest Quality Dishes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $165

Spend four to five hours eating your way through Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town with local guides Skye or Nichola. Expect traditional dishes, coffee or tea, snacks, an alcoholic drink, Scottish history, and stops adjusted to your tastes. The tour covers about two miles and welcomes up to 10 people, but cannot accommodate vegans.

“A perfect afternoon in Edinburgh! Nichola with Syke tours was amazing! Great food, interesting history and just the right amount of walking! Highly recommend!”

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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery 'Journey to Whisky' Tour & Tasting - Four drams, with an important expectation to set
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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery ‘Journey to Whisky’ Tour & Tasting

12.Holyrood Distillery ‘Journey to Whisky’ Tour & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $43

At Holyrood Distillery, an English-speaking guide such as Brice, Dave, Dan, Connor, Henry, or Finn leads you through the whisky-making process. You’ll see how spirit changes from new make to maturing whisky, learn how ingredients and casks shape flavor, and taste four samples. The one-hour tour begins and ends at 19 St Leonard’s Lane.

“Just 5 minutes walk from bus stop. Fun and informative tour. We chose the tour where you could also taste.Auto-translated”

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Private Food Tour of Edinburgh with Haggis, Scotch & More - Haggis, neeps, and tatties: the essential Scottish plate
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Private Food Tour of Edinburgh with Haggis, Scotch & More

13.Private Food Tour of Edinburgh with Haggis, Scotch & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $465

Meet your private guide at St Giles’ Cathedral at noon for a three-hour food walk through central Edinburgh. You’ll try haggis with neeps and tatties, Scottish cheese, cakes, a secret dish, and Lowland single malt whisky while seeing the Castle, Scott Monument, and other city sights. Guides such as Nicola and Skye bring food and culture together.

“Nicola was a great tour guide. She is knowledgeable, passionate about Scottish culture and funny. We enjoyed our tour immensely. Haggis, scones, whisky and ice cream were delicious.”

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Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland - Meeting at John Knox House
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Scotch Whisky Tasting – The True Spirit of Scotland

14.Scotch Whisky Tasting – The True Spirit of Scotland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Meet your English-speaking guide at John Knox House, then head to a central Edinburgh whisky bar for three single malts and one new make spirit. Guides such as Marcos, Nick, David, Victoria, and Richard explain Scotch regions, production, history, and tasting technique in a relaxed 90-minute session.

“Very knowledgeable guide and good selection of spirits. Last spirit added a lot. Great location for the tasting. Adding 1 ghost story would be nice”

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The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour - Grassmarket: a first taste of Edinburgh
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The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour

15.The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $187

Explore Edinburgh’s Royal Mile with a private local guide such as Alec, Chris, Mark, or Michelle. Over about three hours, expect Scottish classics, whisky, haggis, pies, fried pizza, sweets, drinks, and city history. The experience is personal and flexible, but the number and quality of tastings can vary, so confirm the food plan before booking.

“WOW! This tour was worth every penny! Our tour guide, Alec, was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. It felt like being walked around the city by an old friend. We visited many historical locations throughout the city and learned much about each of them. These visits were interspersed with three food stops. We tasted haggis with neeps and tatties, a variety of meat pies, and deep fried pizza. We were also able to get many suggestions for things to do on the remainder of our trip to Edinburgh. I can't speak highly enough about our time with Alec. The hours just flew by, and I highly recommend this tour to anyone…”

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