Edinburgh: whisky and the Scottish larder
Edinburgh · United Kingdom
from 26 £ per person
You will walk through the old centre of Edinburgh. You will learn about whisky, the drink that Scotland is famous for. You will learn how whisky is made, from grain to glass. You will hear about the food of Scotland: haggis, shortbread, smoked fish and thick soup. You will visit a very old pub. You do not have to drink anything. Tasting is your choice, and it is for over-18s only. Edinburgh has steep slopes. We walk slowly, mostly downhill. We stop whenever you want.
What you'll see
- The Old Town and the Royal Mile
- The story of whisky, from grain to glass
- The Scottish larder: haggis, shortbread and smoked fish
- A very old pub in the historic centre
What's included
- Local guide in your language
- Walking tour of the historic centre
- Rest stops whenever you need them
Who it's for
For anyone who wants to discover Edinburgh and its whisky culture at a gentle pace: lovers of food, Scottish tradition and calm walks. Tasting is optional and for over-18s only.
Details
- Categories
- Food, Tradition
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Languages
- English
- Usual times
- 10:00, 13:00, 16:00
- Meeting point
- Castlehill, at the top of the Royal Mile, outside the Scotch Whisky Experience
- Pace
- Relaxed
- Terrain
- With slopes (hills or stairs)
- Distance on foot
- Medium (2–5 km)
Accessibility
Accessibility pending verification
- Toilets available
- Rest stops
- Public transport near the meeting point
Price by group size
- Small group (5–8): 39 £
- Standard (9–15): 26 £
- Intimate (2–4): 53 £
Seasonal note
In August the Royal Mile fills up for the Festival Fringe, and the pubs get busy.