Best activities in Edinburgh
9 places curated from 9 travel vlogs — the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
The Real Mary King's Close
A ticketed tour through Edinburgh's only preserved 17th-century street, which endured overcrowding and plague. It's recommended early in a trip to better appreciate the city's history.
The Scotch Whisky Experience
Visitor centre (formerly the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre) introducing the world of whisky. Its tour includes a wee dram to taste.
One O'Clock Gun
A ceremonial gun fired at the castle at exactly 1pm since 1861, except Sundays, Good Friday and Christmas Day. Arrive about 30 minutes early for a good spot.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
An immersive whisky experience with personal flavour profiling and multi-sensory storytelling, ending with drinks in the bar. The rooftop restaurant has city views and dishes like cullen skink.
Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour
Walking pub tour led by two actors with witty dialogue. They debate whether Scotland's great literature was high art or the work of whisky-fuelled louts.
The Edinburgh Dungeon
A scare attraction where live actors frighten and entertain visitors. It is great fun in a group.
Mercat Tours
Recommended ghost tours through the haunted streets and the underground city, ending in a famous graveyard.
Easter Road Stadium
Home of Hibernian Football Club. A derby against arch-rivals Hearts comes highly recommended.
Murrayfield Stadium
Scotland's largest stadium and home of the national rugby union team. You can catch a match or take a stadium tour.