Scotland · EVENING EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 12 evening experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Explore Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, underground vaults, torture exhibits, and ghost stories on a lively 75-minute late-night tour.
“James was absolutely brilliant and so informative. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour.”
Explore Edinburgh’s vaults, alleys, and Greyfriars Kirkyard on a 75-minute evening ghost tour filled with dark tales and local lore.
“Robbie dogs our tour guide was one of the best little tourist like event tour guide I have ever had! He was super funny, but also gave some really good insights into real local history and legends that surrounded the Edinburgh area. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who’s spending a little time in Scotland!”
Explore Edinburgh’s dark Old Town, descend into Blair Street Vaults, and trade ghost stories over whisky in a candlelit cellar.
“Maeve was such an amazing tour guide and storyteller! We had an absolute blast on our tour!! You get to go three stories underground, and it’s a little spooky—but in the best way!”
Explore Edinburgh by candlelight, hearing grim tales above ground before entering the Blair Street Underground Vaults on this spooky one-hour tour.
“Excellent tour well worth it. Especially at night when the atmosphere and darkness really makes it feel so spooky”
Explore Edinburgh’s Blair Street vaults and Canongate Graveyard on a 105-minute adult ghost tour packed with grim history and storytelling.
“I really enjoyed this tour. The tour guide was very amusing and told the stories in a light-hearted yet thought-provoking way from the start of the tour at the Merkat Cross to the end in the Canongate church graveyard. It was spooky in the South Bridge vaults but the guide had no end of tales to tell (I did a similar tour last year and heard different stories). Amusingly, the appearance of black rats in the churchyard rounded off the evening appropriately (even though pest control should be brought in!) I do hope the guide will not be replaced with AI guides in future years.Read more”
Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town and Blair Street Vaults on a 60-minute adults-only ghost tour with vivid tales, sound effects, and candlelight.
“The tour was more than we expected. Margaret-Anne was engaging and knowledgeable and kept us interested throughout the tour. Brilliant well done. Highly recommended.”
Billy Reid brings close-up magic, stories, music, and audience participation to an intimate 90-minute show beneath Glasgow’s Bungo Bar.
“I booked these tickets as a birthday present for my girlfriend who loves magic. I have never been to a magic show before and was a bit unsure of what to expect. Billy put on a really lovely show and the magic was very entertaining! I liked that tRead more”
Cruise Loch Linnhe at sunset from Fort William, with mountain views, local history, possible wildlife, and shelter below deck.
“Possibly try the risk of not pre booking we had 3 nights and mostly raining so the cruise was great information great staff great just didn’t get the sunset experience or dolphins sadly”
Tour Glasgow by vintage red bus with Italian food, Prosecco, music, and city sights in a lively 90-minute evening experience.
“We had a great night with hostess Helen and George bus driver and chef. Enjoyed the food and the karaoke, even on a quieter night between Christmas and new year with just 3 couples, Helen made it a great night of singing and laughs. Will definitely be back.”
Enjoy four or five Scottish comedians testing new jokes at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Edinburgh Old Town, with drinks available to buy.
“Ross was brilliant host, comedians were trying out new material with mixed results but overall very funny”
Review of Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat sunset hike with Mountain Marcus, covering views, fitness, guides, price, safety, gear, and practical tips.
“Great hike up Arthur’s Seat! Sarah was a fantastic guide :) She kept a pace everyone was comfortable with and stopped at perfect locations for pictures!”
Climb Arthur’s Seat with a qualified Mountain Leader for sunset, sunrise, or daytime views, with small groups and head torches provided.
“Weather wasn’t great so we didn’t get to see the sun, but the guide was very friendly and told some good stories overall a very good hike, nice views and the guide made sure that you were safe throughout!”
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