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Explore Art & History: Scottish National Gallery Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in the heart of Edinburgh's cultural scene at the Scottish National Gallery. Discover an extraordinary collection of world-class fine art, ranging from Renaissance masterpieces to stunning Scottish landscapes. Whether you are booking a professional guided museum tour or exploring the historic New Town at your own pace, this premier Edinburgh attraction offers an unforgettable artistic journey. Experience the magic of history and creativity through curated sightseeing tours that bring every brushstroke to life. Perfect for art lovers and travelers seeking authentic Scottish cultural experiences.

4.95/5 avg ratingTours from $108 unique experiencesGuided tours included

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Rating

Rating

4.95★ average

Based on 1,506 pooled reviews with ~94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$21–$162 typical

Median price is $127, with a full spread of $10–$367

Tour Length

Tour Length

1.6–5.2 hours

Median duration is 3.5 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Sightseeing & Cultural

75% of options focus on sightseeing and cultural themes

Tour Format

Tour Format

Guided & Private options

75% are guided tours, with 25% offering private experiences

Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly

50% of options

Half of the available tours are tagged eco-friendly

14 Products

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included

5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.95 (892 reviews)
95.42%
4.58%
Great tourvery knowledgeablegreat tour guide
Viator
$129
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Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included
Summary

Join our small-group walking tour and visit Edinburgh in one day. Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, New Town, the National Gallery of Scotland and the inside of a historic house museum. You’ll learn about the history, culture and heritage of the Scottish capital, and there will be a break for lunch.

Inclusions
  • Edinburgh Castle entrance ticket and guided tour
  • Admission to 1 Historic House, either Gladstone’s Land or The Georgian House
  • Local Tour Guide
  • Scottish National Gallery guided tour (highlights)
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Charlotte Square
  • Georgian House
  • Princes Street Gardens
  • National Galleries Scotland: National
  • Mercat Cross
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • Heart of Midlothian
  • Royal Mile
  • Greyfriars Bobby
  • Greyfriars
  • Grassmarket
  • Victoria Street
  • Writers' Museum
  • Castello Di Edimburgo
  • Edinburgh Castle
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please wear comfortable shoes, Edinburgh is a hilly city. We also recommend a windproof and rainproof jacket., You will have free time during the lunch break. There will be cafes, pubs and restaurants for you to choose from with vegan and vegetarian options available., The duration of the tour will be approx 5 hours, including the lunch break. We may need more time to access the historical sites and navigate the city during peak travel season (April to October), when more travellers are in town. Please note that in these months, the tour might be slightly longer., The company is not responsible for participants arriving late and missing the beginning of the tour. If you miss the group at the starting point, please note that the first stop of the group would be Charlotte Square
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Silent Disco Adventure Tour

1 hrEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.87 (397 reviews)
93.17%
6.83%
Great funhilariousamazing
Viator
$25
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Silent Disco Adventure Tour
Summary

Join the team as we take you on a journey of song and dance through the famous streets of Edinburgh. This musically instructed adventure aims to have your funky moves on display and your pop star voices serenading the people of the capital! Hi-tech headsets will fill your body with beats, theme song...

Inclusions
  • Advanced radio headsets
  • Adventure Host
Exclusions
  • Please be aware that we have no place to store valuables
Itinerary
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • National Galleries Scotland: National
  • Princes Street Gardens
  • Scott Monument
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
  • The Meadows
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult (no under 5's please), Wear comfy shoes or trainers, Our tours still run in the rain (but please check the forecast and bring a suitable rain coat with you if appropriate)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour

3.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.94 (285 reviews)
97.27%
2.73%
amazingknowledgeableGreat tour
Viator
$424
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Guided Edinburgh Private Walking Tour
Summary

This private guided walk with our unique guides (Stuart Usher or his son Richard, Professional Historians such as Dr Alison Duncan or David Forsyth, other prominent guides such as Prof. John Frank), will both entertain and enthral your group. Your party (up to 12 people) will be the only visitors on...

Inclusions
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off if requested
Exclusions
  • Cost of food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Edinburgh Guided Tour
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Edinburgh Old Town
  • Royal Mile
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • New Town
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • National Galleries Scotland: National
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Wheelchair possible but there are hills and steps, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle

5 hrsEco-Friendly
4.96 (90 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$127
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Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle
Summary

Discover Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and New Town in one small-group tour, including Edinburgh Castle, a historic house and the Scottish National Gallery, with entry tickets included.

Ghosts of Edinburgh: Bloody Past Exploration Game and Tour

Ghosts of Edinburgh: Bloody Past Exploration Game and Tour

1 hrPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4 (28 reviews)
69.44%
30.56%
Great funExpérience magnifiquereally enjoyed
Viator
$7$8
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Ghosts of Edinburgh: Bloody Past Exploration Game and Tour
Summary

Go on a haunted Edinburgh tour where you will follow clues to discover striking places and local stories. Play the role of a devilish staff on this spine-tingling walking tour, which takes you on a journey through some of the city’s most haunted places, including Greyfriars Kirkyard, the site of t...

Inclusions
  • Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
  • Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection to play this city game
  • This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
  • If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
Exclusions
  • A physical tour guide
Itinerary
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • The Real Mary King's Close
  • Grassmarket
  • National Galleries Scotland: National
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Edinburgh Walking Experience With Stga Blue Badge Guide

Private Edinburgh Walking Experience With Stga Blue Badge Guide

4 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (3 reviews)
Viator
$404
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Private Edinburgh Walking Experience With Stga Blue Badge Guide
Summary

A list of Edinburgh landmarks does not explain the city’s layered history. This private walking experience, led by a Scottish Tourists Guide Association Blue Badge Guide, connects Castle Rock, the medieval Old Town, the Royal Mile, and Georgian New Town to the people, politics, architecture, and sto...

Inclusions
  • Private tour
  • Scottish Tourists Guide Association professional guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off if requested
Exclusions
  • costs of the food and drinks
  • Entry/Admission to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Itinerary
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Edinburgh Old Town
  • Royal Mile
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • Royal Mile
  • Victoria Street
  • Tron Kirk Market
  • Canongate- Edinburgh
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • National Galleries Scotland: National
  • Scott Monument
  • New Town
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour

Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour

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$10
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Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour
Summary

This in-app audio tour will guide you through timeless masterpieces of world art and Scottish artistic heritage housed in the Scottish National Gallery.

Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle|United Kingdom

Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle|United Kingdom

Eco-Friendly
0
KKday
$129
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Edinburgh Full-Day Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle|United Kingdom
Summary

Discover Edinburgh’s historic Old Town and New Town in one small-group tour, including Edinburgh Castle, a historic house and the Scottish National Gallery, with entry tickets included.

Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour

Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour

2 hrs
0
Musement
$10
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Scottish National Gallery In-App Audio Guided Tour
Summary

This in-app audio tour will guide you through timeless masterpieces of world art and Scottish artistic heritage housed in the Scottish National Gallery.

Inclusions
  • With audioguide
Good to know
  • With audioguide
Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided City Walking Tour

Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided City Walking Tour

5.5 hrsEco-Friendly
5 (1 reviews)
Tiqets
$127
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Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided City Walking Tour
Summary

Join a full-day walking tour in Edinburgh to learn about the city's history, culture, and heritage by visiting Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and the New Town. See artworks by famous Scottish artists at the Scottish National Gallery. Walk through Princes Street Gardens, St. Giles Cathedral, Grey...

Inclusions
  • Entry ticket
  • All entrance fees
  • Live guide
  • Guided tour
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Snacks and beverages
  • Tips
  • Transport

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