Best Things To Do in Edinburgh

Local Recommendations from our My Guide Edinburgh team

According to TouchLocal.com, Edinburgh has more leisure facilities and services per resident than any other regional city in the UK. Great news for visitors who want to get active on their trip to the city.

Edinburgh boasts an envious position close to the sea, the hills and the diverse landscape of Scotland, which provides the setting for a number of outdoor activities and pursuits. In more built up areas, there are plenty of entertainment venues such as sports stadiums, theatres and cinemas.

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If youʻre booking your trip to Edinburgh last minute, we have you covered. Below are some of the top tours and experiences!

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Edinburgh Uncovered Private 3-Hour Group Tour

Edinburgh Uncovered Private 3-Hour Group Tour

Edinburgh Uncovered Private 3-Hour Group Tour

Explore the medieval Old Town and Georgian New Town of Edinburgh on a private 3-hour walking tour for groups of up to 30 people. Get a fantastic introduction to the city’s major monuments on a tour that brings the history and its people vividly to life.

Festival Theatre

Festival Theatre

Festival Theatre

The Festival Theatre is a smart-looking, modern venue which is situated in Edinburgh’s Old Town. It is heavily used during the Edinburgh International Festival but also

The Royal Lyceum Theatre

The Royal Lyceum Theatre

The Royal Lyceum Theatre

The Lyceum Theatre boasts a packed schedule all year round. It is home to one of the biggest producing companies in the country and also hosts shows from touring companie

City of the Dead

City of the Dead

City of the Dead

City of the Dead Tours operates a number of different ghost tours around the haunted streets of Scotland’s capital city. There is even a tour aimed at kids with tales o

Port Edgar Marina and Sailing School

Port Edgar Marina and Sailing School

Port Edgar Marina and Sailing School

Port Edgar Marina and Sailing School is the nearest such place to Edinburgh city centre and therefore one of the busiest in Scotland. Port Edgar offers hire and lessons f

Edinburgh and Lasswade Riding Centre

Edinburgh and Lasswade Riding Centre

Edinburgh and Lasswade Riding Centre

Midlothian is beautiful place for riding, and Edinburgh and Lasswade Riding Centre will ensure you get the most out of the experience. Whether you are an expert or a comp

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Midlothian Snowsports Centre

Midlothian Snowsports Centre

Midlothian Snowsports Centre

The Midlothian Snowsports Centre, or Hillend as it is commonly known, was once the biggest dry ski slope in Europe. It is the closest ski venue to Edinburgh and has plent

Alien Rock One

Alien Rock One

Alien Rock One is an indoor climbing centre situated in a disused church. There are masses of different roped climbs to try so you are sure to find something to suit your

Blackford Hill

Blackford Hill

Blackford Hill is 164m high hill located in the south of Edinburgh. You can enjoy a clear view over Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, and Arthur's Seat, Pentland Hills and th

Malleny Garden

Malleny Garden

Malleny is a walled garden and home to a collection of old-fashioned roses and fine herbaceous borders. A particular feature of the garden is the four 400-year-old clippe

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena

Built in an abandoned quarry, this impressive climbing centre presents a challenge for all levels of climber. Experienced supervisors are on hand to help beginners, and f

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