Edinburgh

15 Best Edinburgh Food Tours

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.

1.Edinburgh Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

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 very knowledgeable and helpful. Had a great understanding of the history of Scottish foods and preparation. Tour moved at a good pace allowing time to enjoy the dishes and have some conversation.”

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2.Edinburgh Food & Drink Tour With Eat Walk 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

“It was just my wife and I on the tour, and we had a great time! Our tour guide Tamara was very informative and provided great recommendations afterwards. The food and drinks were delicious!”

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4.Edinburgh: 3-Hour Guided Secret Food Tour

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 intimate with only a group of 4 people. Our guide Nyssa told us so much about the city as we walked along many historical places. She is so knowledgeable and made the entire experience memorable. I was nervous about trying some of…”

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5.Edinburgh Cheese Tasting Foodie Walking Tour

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

“Excellent experience. Visited two cheese mongers and a deli . Tasted seven different cheeses. Xander our guide was excellent and gave a detailed explanation of the cheeses. Great day out.”

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6.Edinburgh Food Tour With Lower Step Count

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

“The guide was knowledgeable, amiable and funny. Also he had earpieces so we could all hear him. The selection of foods and drinks was perfect.”

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7.New! Edinburgh Old Town Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe

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

“Excellent food with a great guide. Rhys was very personable and attentive. The fringe festival kept us entertained.”

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8.Premium Edinburgh Traditional Food Tour

Discover Edinburgh’s best local flavors on this small-group food tour, sampling traditional Scottish dishes, drinks, and hidden culinary gems.

★ 5.0

“Nichola was an incredible guide! We ate so many good dishes and had a fun whisky/gin tasting as well. She also gave us some great history and facts about the city. Cannot recommend this tour enough!”

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9.Edinburgh Private Walking Food Tour With Secret Food 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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10.The 10 Tastings of Edinburgh With Locals: Private Food Tour

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

“Marc was great! We felt like we had a local friend showing us around and feeding us. Highly recommend! We do food tours everywhere we go. This was one of the best!”

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11.The Best Food Tour in Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh's authentic Scottish cuisine with this immersive 2-hour food tour featuring five dishes, four drink pairings, and insider stories.

★ 4.5

“This is a definite must do if you love food and Scotland. Mia gave us so much interesting information while we were served 5 star dishes. We highly recommend you try this tour.”

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12.Private Edinburgh Food Tour of Old Town

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

“An absolute delightful experience! Dining at locally owned restaurants was true Edinburgh, Scotland! Experiencing local favorite dishes and locally grown ingredients made the culinary experience amazing! Loved the fresh Vegi’s and that local beef was delicious. Our personal guide John had so much knowledge of…”

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13.Edinburgh Food Tour With a Local Foodie Custom & Private

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

“When we showed up I have to say Adam seemed really young and I wasn’t sure how the evening would go even thought he had been in contact making sure he had every I dotted and t crossed. But once we started going we realized…”

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14.Taste & Tour: Edinburgh Food Tour with Drinks

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

“This was a good experience with great Scottish food along with some great history of Edinburgh. Our tour guide Brendon was very personable and knowledgeable and he made the experience memorable. We were stuffed by the end of the tour so make sure you don’t…”

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15.Edinburgh Food and Wine Tasting Experience Visiting 3 Restaurants

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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