Tour events in Edinburgh in April 2026

Around the World Tour

Come along for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing on Friday 17th April, led by one of our Discovery and Learning rangers!

Arthur’s Secrets

Come along to Holyrood Park and join this guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Artist Tour: Dr Gayle Chong Kwan

Join Dr Gayle Chong Kwan for a guided tour of her artwork, 'The Great Instauration', as she speaks through the artistic, material, and research processes that underpin the commission.

Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

BSL Tour: Herbology

Come along to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the exhibition Herbology, led by Trudi Collier on Sunday 19th April.

Closes & Coffee

Two hidden closes. One unforgettable morning. Step into a story steeped in centuries with Closes & Coffee, an exclusive immersive experience from The Real Mary King's Close and The Lost Close!

Collection Centre Tours

Find out the our collections are used in international research and see objects rarely on public display on a guided tour of the National Museums Collection Centre!

Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour

The Real Mary King's Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh's most harrowing historical events with its chilling immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

Dr Arnott’s Sampling Sensation

Delve into the strange and surprisingly scientific world of 17th-century medicine on one of Dr Arnott's Sampling Sensation workshops at The Real Mary King's Close!

Easter at Trinity House

Hop along to Trinity House on Wednesday 15th April for a cracking day of self-guided tours, drop-in crafts, and childrens games!

Edinburgh Forgotten Women

Join one of the Edinburgh Street Historians' highly skilled and experienced guides on an unforgettable walking tour all about the amazing women of our city's past 1000 years!

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

Edinburgh Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Scotland's capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town!

Edinburgh Science Festival

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Edinburgh Theoretical Physics Walking Tour

This tour will guide you through the nooks and crannies of beautiful Edinburgh, highlighting places associated with extraordinary physicists who have called the Scottish capital home.

Family Tours

Dive into history at Trinity House and explore the animals that sailors would meet on their travels, conquer an activity trail, and get hands-on with maritime objects in the 16th-century vaults!

Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle

Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before... led by a professional tour guide, hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!

Haunted Leith Ghost Walk

Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a spooky stroll through the haunted streets of Leith, filled with chilling ghost stories and eerie encounters!

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out during the Easter Holidays and experience the UK's No.1 Attraction for yourself!

Hopetoun House Easter Family Opening Weekend

From Friday 3rd April, Hopetoun House & Grounds are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as they re-open for another fantastic season of history, nature and exploration!

Hutton in Edinburgh

Step into the 1700s and walk through Edinburgh's landscape with philosopher James Hutton and his famous Scottish Enlightenment companions, exploring Hutton's theory of a dynamic Earth.

Old Town Terror Tour

Join North Edinburgh Nightmares for a spine-chilling adventure in Edinburgh's Old Town... prepare to be scared as you explore the eerie history and haunted tales of this historic location!

Outlander Guided Tours

Step into the world of Outlander with this ultimate themed experience at Hopetoun House, exploring the iconic filming locations inside the House and across the historic Grounds!

Palm House Tours

Don't miss the unique chance to enjoy a rare, behind‑the‑scenes look of the Royal Botanic Garden's Palm House buildings before they reopen to the public!

Portobello and its Haunted Neighbours Ghost Walk

Join John and Kerrie of North Edinburgh Nightmares for a fright filled walk across the promenade, back streets and historical locations of historic Portobello!

Rocks Uncovered: A Geological Walk with Vojta Hybl

Join nature illustrator, author and educator Vojta Hybl for a hands-on exploration of Edinburgh's local geological landscape!

Spill the Tea Tour: Earth Matters

Join this guided tour of 'Earth Matters', led by a member of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Creative Programmes team on Sunday 5th April!

The Dark Magic and Witchcraft Walking Tour

Take part in a unique hybrid walking tour and magic show through the closes and wynds of Edinburgh's ancient Old Town ending at The Banshee Labyrinth, Scotland's most haunted pub!

The Rocks of Roslin: Swamps and Streams

The rocks of Midlothian once provided limestone for agriculture, stone for building and coal for power. Come along and see the record of past warmer climates, in a landscape formed by ice!

Visit the SS Explorer

The SS Explorer remains as the UK's very last steam sidewinder trawler and is also the last ship to be registered in Leith. Come along for a guided tour of the laboratories, cabins, and wheelhouse!

Water Safari

Join the expert rangers and outdoor instructors for an alternative view of Linlithgow Palace and its wonderful wildlife on a fun-filled canoe adventure!

Wonders of Space Family Festival

Dive into hands-on space-themed activities and uncover the fascinating science behind our solar system at Archerfield Walled Garden on Friday 17th April.

Explore the history of Clarkston and Overlee on this engaging 1.5-hour guided heritage walk, perfect for uncovering the local detective trail of how the settlement grew!

Uncover local secrets on this 1.5-hour detective trail through Stamperland and Netherlee as expert Stuart Nisbet brings local history to life!

Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.