Top Edinburgh TV Tours

Ideal for kids, this walking tour of some of the most important places in Edinburg to do with the writing of Harry Potter takes in the history of Edinburgh and the lore behind one of the most famous wizarding worlds ever created. Learn where inspiration was taken to build the Harry Potter franchise, and see where the original books were written—in local cafes dotted around the city. As well as Harry Potter sites, visit Edinburgh Castle, Greyfriars graveyard, and local churches and monuments.

Discover the palaces and castles of TV’s ‘Outlander’ series on a 9.5-hour tour from Edinburgh. Visit some of the sites that starred in the fictional Jacobite saga, including Blackness Castle, the headquarters of Jack Randall, and Hopetoun House, the Duke of Sandringham’s residence. Explore Wentworth Prison, set in Linlithglow Palace, and see Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Mercat Cross (Cranesmuir), and more, as you hear trivia on the series and its stars. Entrance fees are excluded.

Take the guesswork out of your 'Outlander' pilgrimage on this guided walking tour that takes you to the exact locations featured in the TV series and novels. In a small group of no more than 12 people, see such sites as Jamie's printshop and the Tolbooth prison while learning from your guide about life in Edinburgh during and after the time of the Jacobite uprisings.

If you’re a fan of the hit TV show Outlander, opt for a tour that transports you to dispersed filming locations with ease. Rather than navigating unfamiliar roads and missing out on scenes from the Scottish countryside, relax and listen to insider gossip and trivia from the show as you're drive between sights.

Take a personalized tour from Edinburgh to Loch Ness on this day trip to the Scottish Highlands. See wooded lochs and tucked-away villages as you journey through spectacular scenery en route to Glencoe and Fort Augustus. Enjoy a boat tour in search of the Loch Ness Monster and traverse the picturesque Cairngorms National Park. Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a small group limited to 16 passengers.

Travel from Edinburgh to St. Andrews and Fife on this day trip from Edinburgh. Cross the Forth Road Bridge into the Kingdom of Fife and pass by the coastal villages of East Neuk. Then pay homage to the town of St. Andrews, home to Scotland's oldest university and the Old Course where golf is routinely played. Driving in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, see Falkland and the Lomond Hills. Enjoy a small-group tour, limited to 16 people, for a memorable and personalized experience.

This full-day Scottish Highlands tour takes you on a scenic drive from Edinburgh to the fabled Loch Ness. The journey travels by coach across Rannoch Moor to Glen Coe and through the Great Glen to Fort Augustus, where you’re treated to a locally made picnic lunch. Take an optional boat ride on the legendary loch in search of ‘Nessie’ before the return trip over the Drumochter Pass and through the forests and rivers of Highland Perthshire, with views of the UNESCO-listed Forth Bridge.

See the best of medieval yet modern Edinburgh on this walking tour with optional skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed pockets. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence (if option selected), and pass iconic locations like St. Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square, and John Knox House.

An Edinburgh bus tour is the perfect way to hear commentary on city sights and get a panoramic overview. This City Sightseeing tour of Edinburgh lets you hop on and off at several strategically placed stops as many times as you like. Board the open-top double-decker bus and travel the entire route, or stop at Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum and many more. Buses depart regularly and tickets are valid for 24 hours from first use.

Journey through the majestic Scottish Lowlands on this Rosslyn Chapel, and Scottish Borders tour from Edinburgh. Travel with a guide to the village of Roslin and visit the iconic Roslyn Chapel. Take a scenic route along Scotland’s border to Melrose Abbey—believed to be the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart—and enjoy lunch at your leisure. Admire panoramic views over the Scottish countryside and the Tweed River from Scott’s View then return in comfort to Edinburgh.

Journey to the frontier of ancient Rome on this full-day tour of Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish borders from Edinburgh. First up is a tour of the 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, famously featured in ‘The Da Vinci Code’ and renowned for its mysterious stone carvings and unique architecture. After lunch (not included), stop at Melrose Abbey, the burial site of King Robert the Bruce’s heart, and look out over the English border from Cheviot Hills, before walking along the UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall.

See the best of Scotland in one action-packed day on this Glencoe, Loch Ness and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh. Pass Stirling Castle on route to Kilmahog with a guide, then continue through Rannoch Moor to the soaring Highland peaks of Glen Coe. Head along the banks of Loch Linnhe to Fort William and gaze over Ben Nevis — Scotland’s highest mountain. Enjoy free time to explore Loch Ness and learn the famous legend of Nessie! Pass by Inverness, then travel through the mighty Grampian Mountains to Edinburgh.

Explore famous landmarks and hidden secrets in Edinburgh on this walking tour. Explore Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile with a guide, and gain insight into famous writers and inventors who have called the city home. Hear tales of Scotland's national bard—Robert Burns—and discover top landmarks such as St. Giles’ Cathedral and the National Galleries of Scotland. Capture Edinburgh through the eye of your camera as you go, and find out what makes this ancient city tick.

Experience the beauty of rural Scotland on this 9.5-hour West Highland lochs and castles day trip from Edinburgh. Visit the iconic Doune Castle in Stirlingshire , then head deep into the Scottish Highlands. Take in fine views over shimmering lakes and soaring peaks, and enjoy an hour’s free time in Inveraray. Then, head onward to Loch Awe and Kilchurn Castle — widely considered Scotland's prettiest castle. Explore the highland village of Inveraray and perhaps visit Inveraray Castle. Travel through the beautiful Arrochar Alps back to Edinburgh.

Are you a fan of TV’s “Outlander” or the book series of the same name? This private tour takes you from Edinburgh to some of the most famous Outlander locations. Visit the fictional Lallybroch and Crainsmuir castles, and journey to Fort William to see where Blackness Castle was based, or travel to Inverness to see the fictional town of Falkland.

Be guided around Castle Leoch by Outlander’s Jamie Fraser and visit his ancestral home from the TV series, Lallybroch Castle, on this unique walking and audio tour. As well as an audio guide narrated by Jamie Fraser, you will be led by an expert local guide around key landmarks and scenery from the Outlander TV show, including Doune Castle, Midhope Castle, Linlithgow Palace and the village used as the outdoors filming location of Lallybroch village.

Explore Scotland through the eyes of one of the nation’s powerful monarchs on this Mary, Queen of Scots sightseeing tour. Following a pickup at your Edinburgh hotel, spin through the Scottish countryside and visit sites closely linked to the queen, including Linlithgow Palace—her birthplace—and Stirling Castle. Gain clear insight into Mary’s life and reign, and admire uninterrupted views across the Loch Leven National Nature Reserve.

Premiering in 2014, the 'Outlander' TV series captured viewers’ imaginations with bold tales of time-traveling and adventure. On this tour, delve into 'Outlander’s' exciting world with your guide and visit six of the filming locations made famous in the series. Explore the historic town of Falkland, and take in sites including Aberdour Castle, 16th-century Midhope Castle, and Linlithgow Palace—better-known among fans of the show as Wentworth Prison.

Follow in the footsteps of James Bond on this private tour of Scotland's 007-related places. See major filming locations, including Glencoe (the star of "Skyfall") and Eilean Donan Castle ("The World is Not Enough"); as well as the Edinburgh birthplace of the first Bond, Sean Connery; and a collection of cars driven by 007 himself at the Bo'ness Motor Museum.

Join us on a private tour through Edinburgh's historic Old Town. We will explore where J. K. Rowling gained her inspiration for her global phenomenon of Harry Potter. We will begin on the famous Royal Mile and in the shadows of Edinburgh Castle. Next we will wander down Edinburgh's "Diagon Alley" and then head into a real graveyard to see the grave "he who must not be named". We will also learn about the cafe's where she sat and wrote the beginning of the book and where she finished in the realms of luxury. Having gained a degree in Tourism Management in Edinburgh and having extensively worked in the Scottish tourism industry I feel I have the passion to show you around. I specialised my final year Thesis paper on the phenomenon that is Harry Potter and how it relates to Scottish tourism. All tours are small group sizes. No more than 10 people per group.

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure exploring iconic filming sites of Outlander with Scottish scenery, culture and history a long the way. Travel back in time and follow in the footsteps of Claire and Jamie as you visit the real-life setting of Castle Leoch, Lallybroch, Wentworth Prison, Cranesmuir, and the 1940's Inverness in one full day.

Swap the crowded tour buses for a more intimate and personalized experience of Scotland's most-famous movie and TV locations. This private tour is just for you and your group and takes you from Edinburgh to destinations that have appeared in "Outlander," "Game of Thrones," "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," and "Outlaw King."

Follow in the footsteps of characters from your favorite TV shows on this private "Outlander" and "Game of Thrones" tour. Departing from Edinburgh, you'll head for historic attractions that were used as filming locations for either show—or both shows, such Doune Castle, which stands in for Winterfell in Game of Thrones and Castle Leoch in Outlander.