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Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh's old town highlights
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Self-guided audio tour of Edinburgh's old town highlights

Book your tickets for a self-guided audio tour in Edinburgh and discover the origins of Scottish design

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Edinburgh witches old town walking tour and underground vault
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Edinburgh witches old town walking tour and underground vault

Book this guided walking tour, discover the wicked history of the Witches of Scotland and visit places where mysterious and sinister events occurred within the Old Town.

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Explore Harry Potter’s Edinburgh on a self-guided audio tour
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Explore Harry Potter’s Edinburgh on a self-guided audio tour

Follow a self-guided audio tour through Edinburgh on an app and see Harry Potter's Edinburgh

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Private Edinburgh People's Story tour
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Private Edinburgh People's Story tour

Book your Private Edinburgh People's Story tour and explore this iconic city through the tales of those who call it home with a local guide.

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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh

Buy your tickets for this day tour from Edinburgh and discover Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands with your guide.

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Edinburgh Dungeon standard entry tickets
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Edinburgh Dungeon standard entry tickets

Go underground and delve into Scotland's darkest history at the Edinburgh Dungeon. See, hear, and smell Edinburgh's dark past.

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The Scotch Whisky Experience Gold Tour with whisky tasting
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The Scotch Whisky Experience Gold Tour with whisky tasting

Experience Scotland's five whisky regions with a guided tasting tour showcasing the history, production, and alchemy of Scotch whisky.

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Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour
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Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour

Discover Edinburgh in a horror sightseeing show and learn about the most haunted city in Europe.

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Edinburgh Castle express guided tour with entrance tickets
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Edinburgh Castle express guided tour with entrance tickets

Discover the highlights of Edinburgh Castle on an express guided tour, discover St Margaret's Chapel and more. Book your guided tour now!

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Harry Potter adult-only guided tour in Edinburgh
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Harry Potter adult-only guided tour in Edinburgh

Book now your spot to join this Harry Potter tour in Edinburgh including a drink in a local pub! Adults only!

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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, Kelpies with ticket to Stirling Castle
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, Kelpies with ticket to Stirling Castle

Discover the remarkable beauty of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and the beguiling history of Stirling Castle.

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Loch Ness guided tour with boat cruise
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Loch Ness guided tour with boat cruise

Admire the imposing ramparts of Stirling Castle and drive through the Trossachs National Park, Rob Roy country.

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Outlander guided tour with tickets to three castles
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Outlander guided tour with tickets to three castles

Explore some of the most famous Outlander filming locations such as Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, and Blackness Castle.

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Ghostly Tales of Edinburgh's Royal Mile
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Ghostly Tales of Edinburgh's Royal Mile

Hear spirits echo through Old Town Edinburgh streets on this ghost tour. Embark on an immersive experience to uncover the city's dark past.

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Best of Edinburgh 3-Hour Private Tour
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Best of Edinburgh 3-Hour Private Tour

Follow an expert guide and navigate through the cobbled streets that encapsulate the city's rich history, experiencing Edinburgh like never before.

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Edinburgh 3-Hour Small Group Walking Tour
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Edinburgh 3-Hour Small Group Walking Tour

Book your guided tour to explore Edinburgh and see its historical highlights.

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The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl
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The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl

Party hard with the best guides in the world while you drink up the city.

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Self Guided E-Scavenger Hunt in Edinburgh
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Self Guided E-Scavenger Hunt in Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh with a self-guided game, start and pause whenever you want and take your time as there is no time limit to play the game.

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Edinburgh Royal Mile Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Edinburgh Royal Mile Self-Guided Audio Tour

Dive into Scotland's charm walking through Edinburgh's Royal Mile as you listen to an intriguing self-guided audio tour.

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The inside story

Scotland has scores of alluring museums, but its National Museum is something else. The all-encompassing museum allows you to discover the country’s rich past through a collection of science, technology, natural history, world and culture. No wonder it’s one of the UK’s most popular visitor attractions.

The museum was formed in 2006 when the former Museum of Scotland and the neighbouring Royal Museum were merged to form a single attraction. Entry is free and it’s set in the centre of the city, within walking distance of other major sights – win-win.

There’s a dazzling amount to see here. At the heart of the museum is the Grand Gallery. This marvellous Victorian hall opens onto the four-storey Window on the World, showcasing over 800 extraordinary objects, like the not-to-be-missed Millennium Clock. Then there’s The Lewis Chessmen, one of the museum’s must-see collections. Journey back in time to the prehistoric era through a virtual reality experience and learn about science and technology at the hands-on discovery zone.

There’s plenty of options for a hungry belly. Splurge at the award-winning rooftop Tower Restaurant, famed for its spectacular views. Or delve into national specialties – like haggis and fish and chips – at the Museum Brasserie. Overlooking the Grand Gallery, the Balcony Cafe is a popular spot for a cup of tea or coffee and a snack. You can pick up some quirky souvenirs at one of the museum’s three gift shops – a treasure trove of Scottish crafts, jewellery, toys and books.

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National Museum of Scotland Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF Edinburgh