School & College Tours to Edinburgh

"Athens of the North", Edinburgh is an imposing granite city steeped in art, literature, philosophy and science.

With its dramatic setting on volcanic hills, Edinburgh is one of Europe's most beautiful and cultured cities. Known for its Festival the city boasts a variety of artistic venues. Discover what it was like to be an actor in Elizabethan theatre or learn about the history of pantomime at the Edinburgh Playhouse. Have fun at the National Gallery in a hat or jewellery design workshop, or sort through objects in Paolozzi’s cluttered art studio. After inspiring your students’ creativity take a tour of the castle or delve into 500 years of the city’s darkest history at the Edinburgh Dungeons.

Top Edinburgh Excursions

• Edinburgh Castle - Perched on an extinct volcano, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol and part of Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site.
• Princes Street - Explore the famous Princes Street and enjoy the history, landmarks and excellent shops.
• Royal Yacht Britannia - Go on board of this magnificent ship and discover its fantastic history.
• Holyrood Palace - The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat.
• Royal Mile- Walk through this historical mile long road and explore Edinburgh's busiest road.

Map of Edinburgh