Is Edinburgh food tour Worth it?

Absolutely. Along with its history, culture, and architecture, Edinburgh is also known for its food, and the Food Tour Edinburgh takes you on a walking spree that will delight your taste buds. You are bound to fall in love with the delectable local food such as Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties, creamy Scottish cheese, and Scottish cakes, as you participate in this tour.

Is Transportation Included?

No, the activity is a walking tour, and transportation is not included in the cost of the Edinburgh food tour. You are required to reach the meeting point for the trip, i.e., St. Giles' Cathedral located at High Street in Edinburgh.

Is the guide Included?

Yes, the services of a local professional guide are included in the Food Tour Edinburgh. You will learn a lot about the local history of the town and the food habits of the locals with your English speaking guide, who will answer all your queries, making the tour a memorable experience.

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Edinburgh Food Tour

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Edinburgh Food Tour Highlights

Grab a chance to meet a local host, who is passionate about the food just like you, on this food tour in Edinburgh
Enjoy this tour and know about some special local places where you can enjoy food for the rest of your trip
Get off the beaten path and find restaurants that serve traditional cuisine made with seasonal and fresh ingredients
Try out some amazing local craft beers, authentic Scotch whiskey, wine and also soft drinks with meals by your side

Edinburgh Food Tour Overview

Meeting Location: St Giles' Cathedral, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, United Kingdom

Activity Timings: 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Activity Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

About Edinburgh Food Tour:

Dynamic and small enough to allow you to go on foot all around, Edinburgh is known for its culture, history, architecture, hills as well as flavourful cuisines. The more you get the taste of Edinburgh's food the more you fall in love with it. This food tour in Edinburgh will let you walk around the streets with a local guide who matches your interest and taste the best of the food available in the city.

About The Activity:

Arrive at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before your scheduled activity time and get ready for this explorative tour in Edinburgh.
Meet your host and try to spend some time getting to know him/her while you visit many other shops, places and galleries.
Try some authentic Edinburgh dishes with the help of your local host who will assist you to some local places.
You can also have a glass of beer, wine, whisky and a few soft drinks.

How To Reach?

By Car: 1.3 km away from Edinburgh City Center and can be reached in approximately 12 minutes by car/ cab.
By Train: The nearest train station to the meeting point is Edinburgh Waverly. From there you can take a walk for 2 mins to reach the location.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop to the meeting point is Victoria Street Bus Stop. From there you can take a walk for 7 mins to reach the location.

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Edinburgh Food Tasting Tour with a Local

3 Hours

USD 91.78

Per Adult

Book this package to enjoy some authentic dishes of Scotland with the help of a local who is very much passionate about food.

Note:

Children aged 0-2 years can go free of charge and children between the age of 3-12 years will be charged on a child price basis.
Individuals above the age of 13 years will be considered adults and charged at adult rates.

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- A Local guide

More Details about Edinburgh Food Tour

Know Before You Go for Edinburgh Food Tour

Options for vegetarians and vegans are available.
All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package. Any meals or transfers not mentioned in the itinerary are to be considered an exclusion in the deal.
Children aged 0-2 years can go free of charge and the children between the age of 3-12 years will be charged on a child price basis. Individuals above the age of 13 years will be considered adults and charged at adult rates.
This tour is wheelchair accessible.

Accessibility Options for Edinburgh Food Tour

Wheelchair Accessible

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Starting Point

St Giles' Cathedral

High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RE, UK

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Edinburgh Food Tour Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 1 business hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation are made 1 days before the date of travel then 0.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees

Edinburgh Food Tour FAQs

Is Edinburgh food tour Worth it?

Absolutely. Along with its history, culture, and architecture, Edinburgh is also known for its food, and the Food Tour Edinburgh takes you on a walking spree that will delight your taste buds. You are bound to fall in love with the delectable local food such as Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties, creamy Scottish cheese, and Scottish cakes, as you participate in this tour.
Is Transportation Included?

No, the activity is a walking tour, and transportation is not included in the cost of the Edinburgh food tour. You are required to reach the meeting point for the trip, i.e., St. Giles' Cathedral located at High Street in Edinburgh.
Is the guide Included?

Yes, the services of a local professional guide are included in the Food Tour Edinburgh. You will learn a lot about the local history of the town and the food habits of the locals with your English speaking guide, who will answer all your queries, making the tour a memorable experience.

What is included in the Edinburgh food tour?

The cost of the Edinburgh food tour is inclusive of a 2-hour walking tour in Edinburgh, travelling around the Old Town and in front of the Edinburgh Castle. On tour, you will taste some authentic local food such as Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties, creamy Scottish cheese, Scottish cakes, and a mystery dish. Also, enjoy lowland whisky, a variety of non-alcoholic options, local tea, and water. You will be accompanied by a local guide to make your tour informative and joyous.

Where Can I Book an Edinburgh food tour Online?

For the best prices, you can book the Food Tour Edinburgh at the Thrillophilia website and enjoy the best food available in the city. On doing so, you will benefit from the hefty discounts on the website and also find other similar exciting tours in Edinburgh. Additionally, enjoy a smooth booking process on the site, and a quick confirmation will surely add to your delight.

How much is the Edinburgh food tour?

The Edinburgh food tour is priced at INR 2188 per adult, inclusive of a flat 14% discount, on booking at the website of Thrillophilia. Children between the ages of 3 and 12 can avail the tour for INR 1380 per child, where infants can join with accompanying adults for free.

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