Edinburgh & the Highlands

Scottish Food Tour

Eat your way through Edinburgh’s Old Town on a guided tasting tour and a playful pub quiz. A delicious lesson in Scotland’s culinary history.

Food & Cuisine
Local customs & Traditions
Private Certified Guide
Minimum age
7 YEARS
Duration
4 hours

Description

Discover Scotland through your taste buds on a guided walk of Edinburgh’s Old Town.

Your private guide weaves history with flavor as you sample Scottish cheese and artisan fudge, learn how people once baked bread without ovens, and step into two traditional pubs to taste three classics: Cullen Skink (smoked haddock chowder), Haggis with neeps and tatties, and Cranachan (oats, cream, raspberries).

Adults enjoy two drinks (beer, cider, whisky, or soft drink), while children can swap the pub tastings for family favorites (hamburger or mac & cheese), a dessert (chocolate cake or vanilla ice cream), and a soft drink.

Along the way, your guide runs a light pub quiz, fun for all ages.

Come hungry! By the end, you will have tasted the stories that shaped Scotland, from “angel’s share” whisky lore to the nation’s most talked-about dish, haggis.

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Inclusions

  • Guided tasting walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town
  • Two traditional pub stops with three Scottish classics
  • Scottish cheese and fudge tastings
  • Two drinks per adult (beer, cider, whisky, or soft drink)
  • Kid-friendly swaps

Exclusions

  • Transfers, food and drinks
  • Tips & Gratuities

Highlights

  • A walk through Edinburgh’s Old Town
  • Discover Scotland’s history through a guided tasting
  • Sample pub classics, artisan cheese, and handmade fudge
  • Enjoy drinks for adults and kid-friendly swaps for younger travelers

FAQ's

Is this a private tour?
Yes. The guide and tasting experience are private for your party. However, the places you visit are public spaces and may be shared with other people.
Do you cater to dietary needs?
We can accommodate many requests with advance notice. Please tell us early so we can plan suitable substitutions.
Is this a good tour for children?
Yes! All tastings are adapted with kid-friendly swaps, and the stories and stops are designed to keep younger travelers engaged while the whole family enjoys Scotland’s food culture together.

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