Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour
Supplied by: Eating Europe
From haggis and whisky to seafood and donuts, explore hidden gems, iconic streets, and Scottish flavors in a fun, delicious walking tour
Highlights
- You’ll love haggis served with a modern twist and whisky ketchup
- Enjoy a hearty pie paired with local ale in a historic Royal Mile tavern
- Try rich, locally made Scottish cheeses from a beloved family-owned cheesemonger
- Wander down Victoria Street, said to be the inspiration for Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley
- Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind Scottish-inspired donut in the charming Grassmarket
What's included
- 5 Food Stops + 3 Drinks
- Scottish Pie paired with locally brewed ale
- Locally made Scottish cheeses
- Delicious Edinburgh's haggis
- Unique Scottish-inspired donut
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Gratuties/Tips
Overview
This tour is Scottish food done right!
Get ready to eat your way through Edinburgh’s charming Old Town and elegant New Town, where history and flavor collide at every turn. This isn’t just any food tour it’s a whirlwind of Scottish tastes, stories, and surprises.
We’ll whisk you through hidden gems along the Royal Mile, where traditional Scottish dishes get a playful, modern twist. Picture haggis with whisky ketchup (aye, that whisky), melt-in-your-mouth seafood, and even local donuts that hit the spot. But that’s just the beginning. You’ll dig into rich, local cheeses, hearty pub classics, and unexpected bites that are full of flavor and fun.
Stroll down the vibrant, legendary Victoria Street and weave through historic closes where Edinburgh’s past comes alive. Between bites, you’ll soak up the city’s quirky charm, fascinating stories, and mouthwatering food culture.
Come hungry, leave happy, and let Edinburgh’s flavors do the talking!
Points of interest
Victoria Street Viewing Point, Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2JW, UK
Scott Monument, Edinburgh, UK
Kilted Donut, 23 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, UK
Arcade Bar, Haggis & Whisky House, Cockburn Street, Jackson's Close, Edinburgh, UK
Royal Mile, Edinburgh, UK
Cafe Royal, West Register Street, Edinburgh, UK
I.J. Mellis Cheesemonger Victoria Street, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, UK
Know before you go
Email to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegan and gluten-free diets
This tour operates rain or shine
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
