Edinburgh Walking Tour with Scottish Bites Food Tasting

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover how Edinburgh transformed from a medieval town into the capital of Scotland. You'll journey along the iconic Royal Mile, exploring the landmarks, people and events that shaped the city's history. Along the way, you'll visit three local venues to enjoy a carefully curated selection of Scottish cuisine

The Menu
Stop1
Haggis fritter with pepper sauce
Or
Veggie haggis fritter with pepper sauce (veg option)
And
Mini beef burger slider Aberdeen Angus with Scottish cheddar and BBQ pulled pork
Or
Mini mooless beef burger with Scottish cheddar and vegan BBQ pulled pork (veg option)

Stop2
Pot of Cullen skink
or
Smoked leek and potato soup (veg option)
and
Black pudding fritter with whisky mayo and crispy onions
or
Rubledethump baw with vegan whisky mayo (veg option)

Stop 3
Salmon and chilli spring roll with hot honey
or
Mushroom and roast garlic pâté on a Scottish oatcake with pickled red onion (veg option)
And
Traditional Scottish cranachan (veg option)

What's Included

the story of medieval to modern city told through the sites of the Royal Mile
We will stop at 3 locations along the route where you will get to enjoy a tasting sample of various Scottish delicacies.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of St Giles' Cathedral near the Statue of Sir Walter Montague Scott. Your guide will be wearing an Experience Edinburgh uniform.

End point

Merchants tavern on the Royal Mile.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Parliament Square- Edinburgh

    Learn about St Giles cathedral, the original parliament and Edinburgh's lost graveyard. As well as get your first tasting

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Lawnmarket

    Se one of the Royal miles oldest medieval building and the origination of Edinburgh new town.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Heart of Midlothian

    See the site of the old Tollbooth and luckenbooths of Edinburgh.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mercat Cross

    Learn about the historic Mercat cross and get our 2nd tasting at Burgers and Beers which is also Edinburgh's old police chambers.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Tron Kirk

    Learn about the great fire of Edinburgh as well as our 3rd tasting at the Pipers Rest.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Scottish Storytelling Centre

    Learn about the old entry gates of Edinburgh.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    John Knox House Museum

    Learn the history of the oldest medieval building on the Royal Mile.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Paisley Close

    One of Edinburgh's most famous closes.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Visit Merchants tavern on the Royal mile for our last tasting of the tour.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Experience Edinburgh

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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