Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Tickets
Des de24 £
No ticket required
Free things to do in Edimburg
You don't need a big budget to enjoy Edimburg. These experiences are completely free to attend, though many still require you to reserve a spot in advance because capacity is limited.
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About this list
Why this shortlist
Free walking tours are the single most popular free activity in Edimburg, and we list every reputable one in town. Many are tip-based, which means you pay what you think the tour was worth at the end.
Aside from walking tours, look for free museum entry days, open-air concerts, and self-guided routes with downloadable maps.
Shortlist
Free things to do in Edimburg
The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
Des de11 £
Edinburgh: After-Dark Ghostly Night Walking Tour
Des de31 £
Edinburgh Dungeon Entry Tickets
Des de15 £
City Sightseeing: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Des de20 £
3-Route Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Des de26 £
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip
Des de65 £
Day Tour Whisky & Waterfalls with Transfers from Edinburgh & Distillery Entry
Des de94 £
From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Day Trip
Des de56,10 £
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness and The Highlands Day Trip with Lunch & Optional Cruise
Des de109 £
From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe & Fort William Day Trip
Des de61,20 £
From Edinburgh: ‘Hogwarts’ Alnwick Castle & Northumbria Day Trip
Des de135 £
Edinburgh: Royal Attractions Tickets + 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Des de81 £
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour
Des de39 £
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Inverness & The Highlands 2-Day Guided Tour
Des de147 £
From Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Small-Group Day Trip
Des de59,20 £
From Inverness: Loch Ness & The Highlands Day Trip
Des de63 £
50-Min Scenic Loch Ness Cruise
Des de23 £
Edinburgh: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour
Des de15 £
Edinburgh Dungeon Anytime Entry Tickets
Des de25 £
Edinburgh Zoo Entrance Tickets
Des de27,25 £
Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour
Des de19 £
Edinburgh Airport Turkish Airlines Plaza Premium Lounge Departure Hall Access
Des de36,04 £
Edinburgh Distillery: Classic Tour & Tasting Experience
Des de28 £
Before you book
FAQ
- Are tip-based tours really free?
- Yes, there's no obligation to tip. Most guides survive on tips, though, so €5–€10 per person is the norm if you enjoyed it.