Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Food & Drinks Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Taste your way through Edinburgh on this small-group food walking tour, perfect for travelers wanting to experience local cuisine and culture in one unforgettable outing.
Explore the historic Old Town and its hidden corners as you visit a selection of carefully chosen eateries. Along the way, sample traditional Scottish dishes like haggis with whisky marmelade, fresh seafood, and artisanal cheeses.
You’ll also stroll along the iconic Royal Mile, discover charming closes, and visit Victoria Street, one of the city’s most photographed spots. With a knowledgeable local guide leading the way, this tour offers a fun, social, and delicious introduction to Edinburgh.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is for ages 7 and above. Children under 7 may be refused entry due to vendor restrictions.
This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Elegant and iconic seafood restaurant with stunning Parisian-inspired interior. Enjoy a tasting of Cullen skink, the traditional Scottish smoked haddock soup, combining classic flavors with timeless style.
Taking in breathtaking views of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, and Arthur’s Seat, you’ll learn about the rich tapestry of Edinburgh’s history and how it weaves together the stories of the Old and New Towns.
What‘s Included
Enjoy classic fish & chips in the historic Grassmarket area.
End with a delicious dessert to complete your experience.
Walk down Victoria Street, linked to Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley.
Taste authentic Scottish cheeses from a local family-run cheesemonger.
Try haggis with a modern twist. Even skeptics are pleasantly surprised!
Local English-speaking guide.
‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Gratuities / Tips for the guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Scottish Local Foods: Try some of the best Scottish delicacies, like haggis bonbons, fish & chips, local cheeses, and a deep-fried Mars bar.
Edinburgh’s Fringe: Soak in the street performances of Edinburgh’s Fringe Festival, and wander down Royal Mile and Victoria Street.
Edinburgh Old Town Food & Drinks Tour
Private Food Tour
Private Guided Tour
Extra: Glass of champagne at Cafe Royal
Reviews
183 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good
Gordon0504,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide Helen was very friendly and informative. The food was good, the haggis excellent. The tour was a little light on the drink side, just half a can of Iron Bru and a half pint of lager. Overall it was a pleasant afternoon, despite a little bit of rain.
Highly recommend!
traceygD9455WB,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Helene was a great tour guide. We learned so much.
Go Birds!
S3475AJrebeccah,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emery and Megan were both lovely, we had a wonderful time with them over the course of the tour. Not only were they very knowledgeable about Edinburgh and Scotland, they were both very approachable and happy to answer our many questions. The food was excellent, and they were both kind enough to recommend other vendors outside of the tour. This is my third experience with Eating Europe and the experience is always 100% worth the price tag.
The tour that made our trip complete.
Paul G,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the tour that really made our trip complete. The tour I didn’t know I needed. Great stories, great guide (Andre), great food. It really helped us catch a glimpse of Edinburgh through food and great narrative. Andre has a great understanding and love for the city.
Amazing time in Old Town!
dianecS8975YO,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Must do activity in Edinburgh! My boyfriend and I love exploring food in new places and Emery made us feel like food professionals by the end of it. We had plenty of great bites, visited really great restaurants we wouldn’t have thought to go to, and learned a lot about Edinburgh along the way. I can’t recommend her enough and I can’t wait to tell my friends to check it out if they’re in town!
Review of food tour
joscelineg2026,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emery and Ivana were great tour guides!! Love the tour and the food!!!
I recommend!
Auriane R,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time with Emery and Ivana. The visit is structured, fluid, the dishes are varied and complement each other well. Emery is very nice and has plenty of anecdotes to tell
Best food tour of Edinburgh!!!
Alessio M,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emery and Ivana did a fantastic job. The tour was spectacular, full of curiosities about the city. The food was delicious especially the haggis. Thank you so much!
Lovely local experience
ivanarK5256KF,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a very lovely tour with Ailsa, she has a lot of knowledge about the best food to try in Edinburgh. Highly recommended.
Great tour with Emery!
Thoth W,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome tour with Emery! She greeted us in a Philadelphia Eagles hat (go Birds!), so I knew it was going to be a great day :). Emery was very knowledgeable about Edinburgh and its history, and you can tell has a real passion for the city. Her narration and explanations were all very detailed, and her personality really made the tour fun. As for the locations and food itself, I enjoyed everything. The venues were all high quality with really interesting and authentic foods. The tour length of three hours was perfect (especially in hilly Edinburgh), and I highly recommend it.
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