Edinburgh

15 Best Day Trips from Edinburgh

These day trips make the best use of a spare day in Edinburgh. Stirling Castle sits under an hour away, Rosslyn Chapel about forty minutes, and the Highlands need a full twelve hours. Most coaches leave from the Royal Mile area before 9am.

1.From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Tour

Journey through Scotland's captivating landscapes and historic sites on the 'From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Tour' to uncover hidden treasures that will leave you spellbound.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“This trip was so fun, Linda was great, and the trip was well thought out, so that we could still see everything in light even with the shortened sun hours. Would definitely recommend to someone wanting to see these sights”

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2.St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour From Edinburgh

Take a scenic journey through the fishing villages of Fife and uncover the hidden treasures of St Andrews on this small-group day tour from Edinburgh.

★ 4.5

“Would definitely recommend if your a fan of golf or just want to get out of the city for a day the guide was amazing possibly the best I’ve had on any tour great jokes and very interactive with the group his name was either…”

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3.The Outlander 1 Day Experience From Edinburgh

Get ready to step into the world of Outlander with 'The Outlander 1 Day Experience From Edinburgh'—where time-traveling tales await, leaving you eager for more.

★ 4.6

“Ian was a great tour guide. He is what made the tour so enjoyable that we will likely take the tour again. He made it an amazing experience and the highlight of our whole trip.”

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4.Outlander Film Locations Day Trip From Edinburgh

Have you ever wondered if you can visit the iconic Outlander film locations in just one day? The answer may surprise you.

★ 5.0

“If you're an Outlander fan, this is an absolute MUST DO on your Scotland itinerary. We saw so many incredible places that were featured in key moments of the show. Our guide, Alistair, was an Outlander fan with lots of fun knowledge and played an…”

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5.Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

Discover the enchanting landscapes and captivating history of Scotland on the Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour, where mythical creatures and ancient castles await.

★ 4.5

“Great day trip with Craig at the helm as we toured the Skelpies, Lock Lomond and Stirling Castle. We had lunch on the shores of Lock Lomond which included a short hike before along the shores. Craig provided a thorough review of Scottish history along…”

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6.From Edinburgh: “Outlander” Filming Locations Explorer Tour

Curious about the captivating 'Outlander' Filming Locations Explorer Tour departing from Edinburgh? Unravel the enigmatic secrets waiting to be discovered beyond the Scottish landscapes.

★ 4.8

“I loved the personal knowledge of the tour guide. Fife and the standing stones were incredible, and Castle Doune. Thank you Dave! Oh and thanks for waiting for me when I lost the group!”

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7.From Edinburgh: Outlander Adventure Day Tour With Entry

Mystical realms await on the 'From Edinburgh: Outlander Adventure Day Tour With Entry,' promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of a captivating saga.

★ 4.8

“Chaz was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable about the area and was also very funny. She made a point to get to know each of us on the trip. The castles were all beautiful [and had great gift shops]. Would recommend to friends…”

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8.Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies From Edinburgh

Uncover the hidden treasures of Scotland with the 'Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies From Edinburgh' tour, where adventure awaits at every turn.

★ 4.5

“John was our tour guide and bus driver for Stirling and Loch Lomand Boat Tour. He was funny, patient and had amazing knowledge of the history of where we went! As a bonus he shared funny stories in between the historical background. We would high…”

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11.From Edinburgh: St Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife Tour

Fascinating tales of history and beauty await on the 'From Edinburgh: St Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife Tour,' where each stop promises a new chapter of adventure.

★ 4.7

“Wonderful trip to three towns including St Andrews. Our bus driver did a great job driving thru the wind and rain and kept us very entertained with the history of these towns and other stories…he has an incredible sense of humor. Well worth the price!”

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12.From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond

Discover Scotland’s highlights in a full-day tour from Edinburgh, featuring Stirling Castle, the Kelpies, and Loch Lomond’s stunning scenery.

★ 4.7

“Peter our guide and driver was excellent. Very entertaining and very knowledgeable about the locations and Scottish history. The choice of locations was excellent, with several good options for lunch also. I would highly recommend this day trip. would highly recommended thi day trip .”

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13.From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour

Journey through Scotland's enchanting landscapes to uncover hidden treasures and legendary stories on the 'From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour'.

★ 4.7

“My guide Kirean was amazing, he had vast knowledge about history and had a really great disposition to make the trip so enjoyable. If you get him as a guide you won’t regret it. He”

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14.From Edinburgh: Outlander, Palaces and Jacobites Tour

Fascinating blend of history and fiction awaits on the 'From Edinburgh: Outlander, Palaces, and Jacobites Tour' - but what hidden truths lie beneath the surface?

★ 4.7

“Very enjoyable! The transportation was very comfortable, and the fact that it was a small group was very appreciated. The guide was pleasant and knowledgeable, and flexible with what we wanted to do. The castles were interesting. A pity that Midhope Castle is gutted on…”

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15.1-Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour From Edinburgh

Kick off an extraordinary adventure and uncover the captivating charm of Scotland on the '1-Day Castles, West Highlands and Loch Lomond Tour From Edinburgh'.

“Dusty was great and know about Scottish history and the places that we visited. Weather was not good but he made the best with it. I felt I had seen something very nice and special and had enough time to explore. Towards the end, we…”

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5.0Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrians Wall Very Small Group Tour From Edinburgh10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$123.44 4.5Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour From Edinburgh9 hours (approx.)$77.67 5.0Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park With Optional Stirling Castle Tour From Edinburg9 hours (approx.)$76.87 4.7Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Borders Tour From Edinburgh7 hours$38 5.0The Outlander 1 Day Experience8 hours (approx.)$81.83 4.5Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, & Kelpies Tour From Edinburgh8.5 hours$55 5.0The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Experience From Edinburgh9 hours (approx.)$77.36 4.5St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife From Edinburgh8 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$73.62 5.0Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour From Edinburgh10 hours (approx.)$95.66 4.8Rosslyn Chapel, Stirling Castle & Dunfermline Abbey Tour9 hours$87 4.6Edinburgh: “Outlander” Filming Locations Guided Tour9 hours$64 5.0Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in English$76 4.8Rosslyn Chapel and Hadrian’s Wall Small Group Day Tour10.5 hours$120 5.0Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond From Edinburgh10 hours (approx.)$62.72 4.5Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Whisky Tour From Edinburgh10 hours$75 4.8Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery8 hours$64 4.7Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whisky Tour From Edinburgh10 hours$94 4.7Edinburgh: St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle & Falkland Tour11 hours$87 5.0St Andrews & Cliffs and Dunnottar Castle.$89.51 4.5Rosslyn Chapel, Scottish Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery From Edinburgh8 hours (approx.)$66.67 4.2Loch Lomond, Highlands & Stirling Castle Tour From Edinburgh9 hours$80 4.5Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour From Edinburgh10 hours (approx.)$77.78 4.7From Edinburgh: Outlander Experience 2-Day Tour33 hours$312 5.0Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk, Whisky & Kelpies Tour Starting Edinburgh9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$90.28