Christmas brings a distinctive atmosphere to Edinburgh, where historic streets, festive markets, seasonal traditions, and citywide celebrations transform the Scottish capital. Before your experience, you'll complete an online Personalization Form so your host can tailor the experience to your interests. Whether you'd like to focus on Christmas markets, festive food and drink, seasonal traditions, holiday shopping, winter illuminations, or discovering how Edinburgh celebrates the season, your route will be shaped around what interests you most. Here are some highlights your host may include during your experience:

Explore the heart of Edinburgh's festive celebrations, where seasonal attractions, market stalls, and holiday displays create one of the city's most popular gathering places during Christmas.

Discover one of the focal points of Edinburgh's winter festivities, surrounded by seasonal decorations, festive installations, and a lively holiday atmosphere.

Browse market stalls filled with artisan products, seasonal treats, handcrafted gifts, and local specialties while learning about the traditions that shape Christmas in Scotland.

Wander through the historic heart of the Old Town, where centuries of history, festive decorations, and atmospheric closes provide a distinctive backdrop to the holiday season.

Discover one of Edinburgh's most celebrated seasonal attractions and learn about the winter traditions and festive displays that have become part of the city's Christmas celebrations.