Food tours in Edinburgh
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Edinburgh. The most comfortable months are May to September, with highs around 64°F (18°C) and about 10 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings & Local ScotchFrom $132View 
Edinburgh Premium Food and Drink Tour with EatWalk ToursFrom $163View 
Eating Edinburgh: Old Town Small-Group Food Tour with DrinksFrom $141View 
The Original Premium, Small Group Edinburgh Foodie TourFrom $170View 
Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food TourFrom $52View 
Edinburgh Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastries, and MoreFrom $80View
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What to eat and drink in Edinburgh
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Haggis
- Sheep's offal, oats and spices cooked in a casing, served with neeps and tatties (turnip and potato).
- Whisky
- Scotch whisky; Edinburgh's bars and shops stock malts from every region.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Edinburgh month by month
Averages for Edinburgh, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 45 (7) | 46 (8) | 49 (10) | 54 (12) | 59 (15) | 63 (17) | 67 (19) | 66 (19) | 62 (17) | 56 (13) | 50 (10) | 45 (7) |
| Low °F (°C) | 35 (2) | 35 (2) | 37 (3) | 40 (5) | 45 (7) | 50 (10) | 53 (12) | 53 (12) | 49 (10) | 44 (7) | 39 (4) | 35 (2) |
| Rainy days | 12 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:10 pm | 5:16 pm | 6:15 pm | 8:18 pm | 9:18 pm | 10:00 pm | 9:49 pm | 8:51 pm | 7:32 pm | 6:13 pm | 4:06 pm | 3:38 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Edinburgh?
May to September. Expect highs around 64°F (18°C) and about 10 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and December.
What food is Edinburgh known for?
Haggis: sheep's offal, oats and spices cooked in a casing, served with neeps and tatties (turnip and potato). Whisky: scotch whisky; Edinburgh's bars and shops stock malts from every region.
Where can I book food tours in Edinburgh?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
