Edinburgh Walking Tour with Scottish Bites Food Tasting

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About this activity

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

Veggie haggis fritter with pepper sauce (veg option)

And

Mini beef burger slider Aberdeen Angus with Scottish cheddar and BBQ pulled pork

Mini mooless beef burger with Scottish cheddar and vegan BBQ pulled pork (veg option)

Stop2

Pot of Cullen skink

Smoked leek and potato soup (veg option)

and

Black pudding fritter with whisky mayo and crispy onions

Rubledethump baw with vegan whisky mayo (veg option)

Stop 3

Salmon and chilli spring roll with hot honey

Mushroom and roast garlic pâté on a Scottish oatcake with pickled red onion (veg option)

And

Traditional Scottish cranachan (veg option)

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 16 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Experience Edinburgh

Ages: Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

Parliament Square- Edinburgh

10 min

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

10 min

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

10 min

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

20 min

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

20 min

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

10 min

Learn about the old entry gates of Edinburgh.
John Knox House Museum

10 min

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

10 min

One of Edinburgh's most famous closes.
Stop 9

20 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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.

Using your ticket

Please arrive at the tour meeting at least 5 minutes before the start time of your tour. Show your confirmation email to your guide on arrival.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

Vegetarian ticket

Ticket type: For those desiring a vegetarian tasting menu on your historical walking tour.
Edinburgh, Historic sites with Scottish Bites

Standard menu ticket: A standard menu, may include meat or fish.