Things to do on New Year's Eve in Scotland (Updated 2026)

Scotland, United Kingdom
Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will …More

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness

Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Inverness or Invergordon simply hop aboard an …More

Explore the wild and beautiful Scottish Highlands on this small-group tour from Inverness or Invergordon. Following pickup from Inverness or Invergordon simply hop aboard an...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Edinburgh: Gin Distillery tasting & tour at South Loch Gin

Our team have been at the forefront of the growth of Scottish Gin. 56 North is Scotland's oldest gin bar so we take a relaxed …More

Our team have been at the forefront of the growth of Scottish Gin. 56 North is Scotland's oldest gin bar so we take a relaxed...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Distill a bottle of Gin on mini copper stills

What makes this experience unique is the fact that it is a very hands on, bespoke, personal and very knowledgeable workshop like no other in …More

What makes this experience unique is the fact that it is a very hands on, bespoke, personal and very knowledgeable workshop like no other in...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$121
Distillery and Brewery Tour in Inverness Scotland

Embark on an exclusive journey into the heart of our sustainable distillery & brewery in the vibrant city centre of Inverness. Learn the art of …More

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Embark on an exclusive journey into the heart of our sustainable distillery & brewery in the vibrant city centre of Inverness. Learn the art of...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$47
Private Glasgow Necropolis Tour: The City of the Dead

Step through the gates of Glasgow’s extraordinary City of the Dead and discover the stories of the people who helped shape the city we know …More

Step through the gates of Glasgow’s extraordinary City of the Dead and discover the stories of the people who helped shape the city we know...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$34
Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh

Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise …More

Prepare to be scared silly on a 75 minute ghost bus tour around Edinburgh’s ghoulish haunts. Under the guidance of a creepy onboard conductor, cruise...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
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Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness

This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these …More

This tour will take you through time just as Diana did with her Outlander storyline. We will discover together the inspiration she took from these...

5 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide

On this tour up to Arthur's Seat, your friendly, knowledgeable and professional guide will lead you through Holyrood Park and talk you through the very …More

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On this tour up to Arthur's Seat, your friendly, knowledgeable and professional guide will lead you through Holyrood Park and talk you through the very...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$32
3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of …More

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of...

3 days
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$242
From Glasgow: Stirling Castle, Outlander and Loch Lomond

Depart Glasgow and stop first at the Kelpies, the world’s largest horse sculptures. Continue to Midhope Castle (optional), known to Outlander fans as Lallybroch, where …More

Depart Glasgow and stop first at the Kelpies, the world’s largest horse sculptures. Continue to Midhope Castle (optional), known to Outlander fans as Lallybroch, where...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Dunnottar Castle and Royal Deeside Small-Group Tour from Aberdeen

Combine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled …More

Combine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$77
The Complete Loch Ness Experience Small-Group Day Tour from Inverness

No one can resist the mythical Loch Ness: its beauty evokes a sense of wonder, while its monstrous depths are legendary. On this 8-hour small-group …More

No one can resist the mythical Loch Ness: its beauty evokes a sense of wonder, while its monstrous depths are legendary. On this 8-hour small-group...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$112
Private Royal Mile walking tour - Discover the history of our most famous street

Explore the oldest parts of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site with an award-winning, five-star rated local guide! Robert was born within sight of the Old …More

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Explore the oldest parts of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site with an award-winning, five-star rated local guide! Robert was born within sight of the Old...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
Private Greyfriars Kirkyard history tour

The Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinburgh what …More

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The Greyfriars Kirkyard tour is perfect for everyone who wants to know more about Scottish history. The people buried within the Kirkyard made Edinburgh what...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$121
St Andrews, Fife Coast Walk & Historic Abbey Tour from Edinburgh

16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of …More

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16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour You'll have plenty of time to explore the famous and historic town of...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Private Tour Loch Lomond Stirling and the Kelpies from Glasgow

An opportunity to experience some of Scotland's attractions in a one day tour: a boat cruise on Loch Lomond, a truly unforgettable experience on one …More

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An opportunity to experience some of Scotland's attractions in a one day tour: a boat cruise on Loch Lomond, a truly unforgettable experience on one...

7 hours 40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$698
Highland Tour of Speyside Distilleries

You will be transported through time as you travel towards Speyside getting closer to George's Home town. You may hear his accent change slightly the …More

You will be transported through time as you travel towards Speyside getting closer to George's Home town. You may hear his accent change slightly the...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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Tour de los Fantasmas, Misterios y Brujas en Español

On this Spanish tour, follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch …More

On this Spanish tour, follow your guide through the narrow streets of Edinburgh to hear about the city's chilling history of ghosts, murderers and witch...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$23
Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min

Whiskies you wouldn't be able to try otherwise, in an underground location unlike anything you've ever seen! 5 drams of top shelf whisky, the kind …More

Whiskies you wouldn't be able to try otherwise, in an underground location unlike anything you've ever seen! 5 drams of top shelf whisky, the kind...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$128
Best of Edinburgh: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours)

Commence your holiday in Edinburgh by joining our intimate Small Group Tour, a unique blend of exploring hidden gems and must-visit sites. Unlike typical tours, …More

Commence your holiday in Edinburgh by joining our intimate Small Group Tour, a unique blend of exploring hidden gems and must-visit sites. Unlike typical tours,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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