Edinburgh
The food tours on this list trade haggis cliches for the places locals actually eat. Most cover five to seven stops across the Old Town and Leith, and the tastings add up to a full meal. Skip lunch beforehand.
Tantalize your taste buds with the Edinburgh Walking Food Tour, where every step reveals a delicious surprise waiting to be savored.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Nichola was awesome. We ran into some timing issues and she just kept going. She was very knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with.”
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1,172 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $134.81by Secret Food Tours
Join the Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour by Eat Walk Tours for a tantalizing journey through the city's culinary delights, leaving you craving for more.
★ 5.0“Tilly was such an amazing tour guide! She did such a fantastic job explaining all the food and drinks. Also providing nits of history for the city as well as the country itself. The food was amazing! Being able to eat things I wouldn’t have…”
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561 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $163.66by Eat Walk Edinburgh Food Tour
Discover Edinburgh’s culinary secrets on a 3-hour food tour. Taste iconic dishes, Scotch whisky, and a secret surprise with a knowledgeable guide.
★ 4.9“Craig was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. Really enjoyed the day!”
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493 reviews3 hoursFrom $128by Secret Food Tours
Gather your appetite and join us on a tantalizing journey through Edinburgh's culinary secrets, where each bite holds a delicious surprise waiting to be discovered...
★ 4.8“Our tour was absolutely amazing! Our guide Nichola was such a good guide. She not only was a good food tour guide her knowledge of the area was so helpful. The places we visited were so lovely and we enjoyed everything we tasted. I highly…”
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392 reviewsFrom $125by Essor
Kickstart your taste buds on the ultimate cheese adventure in Edinburgh, but be prepared for unexpected twists and turns that will leave you craving for more.
★ 4.5“Really fun little tour of three cheese stores, many cheese samples and a glass of wine! A sunny day experience!”
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231 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $48.52
Take a tantalizing taste bud trip through the streets of Edinburgh on a food tour that promises indulgence and a lower step count, but what makes it so unique?
★ 5.0“Enjoyed the tastings and whiskeys. Our guide was full of knowledge and history of Edinburgh. Definitely recommend!!!”
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223 reviews2 to 4 hours (approx.)From $325.11by Eat Walk Edinburgh Food Tour
Explore Edinburgh's historic streets and savor Scottish cuisine on this highly-rated 1.5 to 3-hour food and drinks tour, blending tradition, flavor, and local charm.
★ 5.0“Awesome tour with Emery! She greeted us in a Philadelphia Eagles hat (go Birds!), so I knew it was going to be a great day :). Emery was very knowledgeable about Edinburgh and its history, and you can tell has a real passion for the…”
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177 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $134.73by London Food Tours by Eating Europe
Discover Edinburgh’s best local flavors on this small-group food tour, sampling traditional Scottish dishes, drinks, and hidden culinary gems.
★ 5.0“We got to spend a lovely afternoon with Nichola. She was very knowledgeable and fun. The food was so tasty and of excellent quality. We learned a lot about Edinburgh and its history during the tour. For us visiting Edinburgh for the first time absolutely…”
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128 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $165.28by Skye Class Tours
Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing journey through the streets of Edinburgh, filled with savory haggis, smooth whisky, and surprising secret dishes.
★ 5.0“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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112 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $465.29by Secret Food Tours
New and exciting flavors await on 'The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour,' where participants will be taken on a culinary journey through the heart of Scotland's capital city.
★ 4.5“Chris was AMAZING! Having a private tour was the best thing we could’ve done. The only thing better was having Chris as our guide. He asked us questions to get to know us and what we were looking for and have done on our vacation…”
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71 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $187.06by Withlocals
Discover Edinburgh's authentic Scottish cuisine with this immersive 2-hour food tour featuring five dishes, four drink pairings, and insider stories.
★ 4.5“We were met by a lovely young man called Noam who advised us we were the only guests on this tour. At first we thought this might be awkward but we could not have been further from the truth. He was very engaging and we…”
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57 reviews2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $154.68by Haggis Hunters
Hungry for a taste of history and innovation? Join us on a private Edinburgh Food Tour of Old Town to uncover hidden culinary treasures.
★ 5.0“Really enjoyed the local food and trying new things. John was very knowledgeable about local products and places to eat!”
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25 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $241.33by Chubby Fellow
Take your taste buds on a tantalizing adventure through Edinburgh's hidden culinary gems with a local foodie, indulging in mouthwatering Scottish delicacies that will leave you craving for more.
★ 3.5“Our guide was such a treasure trove of historical information. He went above and beyond showing us around Edinburgh. We were able to explore and learn quite a bit about Edinburgh and the history of the Scottish people.”
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19 reviewsFrom $52by City Unscripted
Discover Edinburgh’s best food and drink spots with this 3.5-hour guided tour, blending local culinary delights, historic sights, and insider stories.
★ 5.0“Fantastic experience. James was wonderful, full of information, humorous and funny. The food was fantastic and atmosphere fun and private.”
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19 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $123.68by Taste and Tour
Kickstart your culinary adventure in Edinburgh with the ultimate Food and Wine Tasting Experience, where you'll visit three renowned restaurants and discover the city's hidden gastronomic gems.
★ 5.0“My wife and I had an amazing time on the tour. We learned a lot about wine and whisky that we didn't know, and got to taste a lot of great food. We highly recommend this to anyone coming to Edinburgh who wants to experience…”
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18 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $611.02by Swirl Sip Socialise Limited
I plan Edinburgh around castles, closes and whisky, then let the Highlands pull me north for a day.