Edinburgh
A night in Edinburgh with a local
Night Experiences • 4 hours
5.0
(6)
A night in Edinburgh with a local
Explore beautiful Edinburgh after dark, guided by your host! From walking along the Royal Mile to mingling with the locals at a bar, it's up to you!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Join your host to explore Edinburgh after dark and enjoy a few drinks together
- Begin your night at a local pub or hip bar, where you can enjoy a beer or Scotch whiskey
- Explore a vibrant neighborhood, known for its nightlife, which your host will recommend depending on your taste
- You could experience a classic Edinburgh pub crawl in the Cowgate, or bar hop around the LGBTQ neighborhood
- If you feel like some swanky cocktails or wine in an elegant wine bar, your host knows just the place
- Why not try something completely different, and spend your evening stargazing at the Royal Observatory? (It just so happens to have one of the best views of the whole city.)
- Whatever you want from your night out in Edinburgh, let your host know and they’ll put together something magical for you
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalised itinerary
4 hours in the city with a host
Walking experience
2 drinks of your choice in a local bar
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drinks in addition to any included above
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Hold on to your kilts, because you’re about to join one of our Edinburgh hosts on a night out in Edinburgh!
Whether you’d like to club hop, bar crawl or you’re in for a more low-key night of stargazing at the Royal Observatory, the city caters to all tastes, and luckily so do we.
For an authentic night out, ask your host to take you to the Cowgate, a cozy pocket of the city filled with live music, quirky speakeasies, traditional pubs, and electric clubs.
There is of course The Dome in the fancy George Street for those that enjoy elegant cocktails and a more upmarket atmosphere, as well as the Pink Triangle, where you can dance the night away at one of Edinburgh’s LGBTQ hotspots.
Although the night is entirely up to you, we encourage you to pop into a local pub where you’ll meet eccentric characters, hear some age-restricted jokes and enjoy heartfelt laughter as you’re welcomed with open arms.
Grab a bite to eat on your way home, and try out your best Scottish accent (not too loudly, lest you offend somebody) as you happily march back to your warm bed.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Joseph
Sep 2024
Thomas was a very knowledgeable tour guide who was able to answer all the questions that we peppered him with and gave us additional information that we didn’t know prior to our tour.
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Joseph
Sep 2024
It didn’t matter what question I asked. He had a answer for everything regarding the history of the town as well as Scotland’s history. He was very knowledgeable as well as pleasant.
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Sabena
Aug 2024
Tom was wonderful. He did a great job telling us about the history and culture of Scotland. He gave us some wonderful recommendations to explore.
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Ross
Apr 2025
Really great customizable tour. Tom was friendly, enthusiastic, highly knowledgeable and tailored stories and sites perfectly to keep our 7 and 10 year old engaged — so much so that they were sad when the tour ended. A+ all the way!
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Kevin
Apr 2025
Our tour guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable of the area and he showed us and educated us about the area. The kilt was a nice touch. Definitely would recommend this private tour. It does include alot of walking.
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Don
Apr 2025
This was an exceptional experience. Edinburgh is a fascinating city with a dramatic history. Gains is a superb guide with an amazing grasp of the historic and “hidden gems” of the city. He has a PhD understanding coupled with a pleasant and friendly manner. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
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