Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Dalkeith March 2026 | Expedia.ca

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# What to do in Dalkeith

## Activities, attractions and tours

## Visit Dalkeith

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## Dalkeith Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Dalkeith has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

#### Activities and Tours

Dalkeith is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dalkeith to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

#### Dalkeith Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dalkeith.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dalkeith attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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### Most fun & popular experiences in Dalkeith

### Tours & day trips

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![Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4509527/d28de9f7-270e-45c0-8936-646151906948.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

12h 30m

9.6/10

1,993 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $118~~CA $110

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252139/2ee0acfc-781e-4798-87c6-a59f57f560f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

12h 15m

9.4/10

215 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $202

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/loch-ness-glen-coe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a252139.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098683/82b3fb5f-e8f8-4aa4-928a-d9216ab35950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

1h 30m

9.6/10

1,575 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $72~~CA $67

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/7a17567d-2de7-47ab-803b-45afed6f6924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

1h 15m

9/10

1,635 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $35~~CA $33

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45721650/a080ddab-a2f0-49d6-9144-6a1ef16ff99a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

4h

9.8/10

14 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $106

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/harry-potter-tour-edinburgh-castle-visit.a45721650.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

12h 30m

9.8/10

263 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $120~~CA $112

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-loch-ness-glencoe-the-highlands.a46343335.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172300/9f1c05ea-24e6-4218-bc7e-1915f227d52a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

1d

9.2/10

535 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $37

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/412396/9d36eb17-4e87-4875-9066-f31eeabc0824.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

15h 50m

8.8/10

36 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $439

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-full-day-tour-with-edinburgh-castle-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tickets.a412396.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4483421/8fbb88e1-39da-438a-bc62-c53110b861d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

12h 15m

9.2/10

396 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $119~~CA $112

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-glenfinnan-viaduct-glencoe-fort-william-guided-tour.a4483421.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Outlander Adventure from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2222271/930d4eed-9ac1-4187-a05c-542dd9d5b007.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Outlander Adventure from Edinburgh

8h 30m

9/10

32 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $176

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/outlander-adventure-from-edinburgh.a2222271.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

### Private & custom tours

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![Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48238694/b9aecd6b-14c1-4071-b45b-2b7f1030a0e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

1h

9/10

8 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $51

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-scottish-tasting-platter-at-the-tolbooth-tavern.a48238694.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Tolbooth Tavern Haggis Taster & Whisky Sampling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48305357/604d1b72-8ee4-4377-a559-412306e71212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Tolbooth Tavern Haggis Taster & Whisky Sampling

30m

Free cancellation available

CA $26

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-tolbooth-tavern-haggis-taster-whisky-sampling.a48305357.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![4-day Islay Platinum Whisky Tour - Whisky Included! With free pickup!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/906955/865bb4b9-9608-41f2-a962-8daa5b21ebcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 4-day Islay Platinum Whisky Tour - Whisky Included! With free pickup!

4d

8/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $6,057

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-day-islay-platinum-whisky-tour-whisky-included-with-free-pickup.a906955.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting in one of the oldest pubs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47986472/c3563f20-df8e-422e-b37e-12d249c21246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting in one of the oldest pubs

45m

10/10

3 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $46

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-whisky-flight-in-one-of-the-oldest-pubs.a47986472.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Private Professional Photoshoot in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49065482/6d82ff2a-2051-453c-b547-b184cd9ca5b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Professional Photoshoot in Edinburgh

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $826

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-professional-photoshoot-in-edinburgh.a49065482.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Private Highland whisky tour from Edinburgh- Build your own tour!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2358147/b78e2a34-ecd6-40f2-be0b-1e0e4b5a0fbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Highland whisky tour from Edinburgh- Build your own tour!

10h

7.2/10

5 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $1,285

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-highland-whisky-tour-from-edinburgh-build-your-own-tour.a2358147.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48498073/fd13cdf8-c26b-4fb0-91ca-c78b7d3507c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

5h

10/10

14 Viator reviews

CA $826

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beyond-edinburgh-half-day-tour.a48498073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh Digital Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49513063/6bd6cb78-c402-4f4d-bf81-37204cd41394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh Digital Guide

2d

Free cancellation available

CA $9

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-digital-guide.a49513063.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840857/751d1716-caa2-4926-a8c1-15ebeb3d7faa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

12h

9/10

21 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $2,203

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whisky-distillery-trifecta-glenlivet-glenallachie-strathisla.a840857.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090073/329275f6-3d1a-4941-aef4-84f4dd483430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

7h

Free cancellation available

CA $220

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/trains-and-planes-edinburgh-day-shore-excursion.a50090073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

### Food, drink & nightlife

[See all 91 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife)

![The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/878303/d8ed9559-03dc-4110-900d-12d8e6442514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

1h 30m

10/10

412 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $59~~CA $55

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh.a878303.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51755778/d8e8c7b2-260b-4f51-9743-3754a1ae6472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh

6h 30m

9.8/10

8 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $70

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hairy-coos-highland-views-a-short-escape-from-edinburgh.a51755778.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

2h

9.4/10

1,315 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $46

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Dining Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/176846/8d67b2cc-e255-4057-9f24-9e51de8f8619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Dining Experience

2h

8.8/10

83 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $50

includes taxes & fees

per traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hard-rock-cafe-edinburgh-dining-with-priority-seating.a176846.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Gin Tour & Tasting - South Loch Distillery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44651527/10fc947e-a5ab-4edd-97d9-4f89e902ae31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Gin Tour & Tasting - South Loch Distillery

1h 30m

9.8/10

118 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $44

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-guided-gin-tasting-at-56-north-distillery.a44651527.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: 7 Bar Pub Crawl with 7 Shots & Discounts](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5268642/8a484bc1-96c4-40bb-9a1e-fa0960769ed7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: 7 Bar Pub Crawl with 7 Shots & Discounts

5h

9.2/10

102 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $22

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-4-hour-pub-crawl-with-free-shots-discounts.a5268642.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44894633/aeaf266a-c814-4bf3-9065-398cbe47443f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min

1h 30m

9.8/10

61 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $174

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-whisky-tasting-in-edinburghs-underground-vaults.a44894633.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Whisky, Kelpies & Highlands Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44645400/41520943-21c8-40a3-b526-667b065fadde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Whisky, Kelpies & Highlands Tour

9h 30m

9.8/10

41 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $162

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-edinburgh-stirling-kelpies-loch-lomond-whisky-tour.a44645400.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![2.5 Hour Experience Scottish Dinner and Folk Music](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47050266/14fd6fdd-0fa5-4e0e-abce-f574842fd968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 2.5 Hour Experience Scottish Dinner and Folk Music

2h 45m

8.6/10

25 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $145

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-3-hour-scottish-dinner-and-folk-music-experience.a47050266.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Tailored Premium Edinburgh Food Tour with Highest Quality Dishes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49040310/803426d4-29d5-4ebf-b156-cacaa6950c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tailored Premium Edinburgh Food Tour with Highest Quality Dishes

5h

10/10

25 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $230~~CA $216

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-traditional-food-tour.a49040310.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

### Adventure & outdoor

[See all 30 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor)

![Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46962685/fa879044-5b0f-4313-ad82-ead733ddf101.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh

3h

10/10

3 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $138

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/highland-cow-hike-in-edinburgh.a46962685.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48721678/6bbe609f-dcf9-456e-a977-04a1bcd78f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park

2h

9.6/10

31 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $44

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-guided-hike-to-arthurs-seat-and-holyrood-park.a48721678.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Hike Arthur's Seat & Calton Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51764657/24ad2690-239a-4d9f-94dd-2b32306d77fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Hike Arthur's Seat & Calton Hill

3h

10/10

3 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-hike-arthurs-seat-calton-hill.a51764657.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/919046/085d6f3a-5dd6-4353-82c1-4f2dba4322e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual

3h 30m

9.8/10

85 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $116

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rickys-ultimate-city-bike-tour.a919046.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![From Edinburgh: 6-Day Shetland & Nothernmost Explorer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48134411/2db48780-dadd-4ea6-8dcf-070282d60efe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Edinburgh: 6-Day Shetland & Nothernmost Explorer

10h+

10/10

3 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $110

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-edinburgh-6-day-shetland-nothernmost-explorer.a48134411.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Loch Ness, Glencoe and Inverness Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51040943/487bfef5-f60d-4808-9626-b4620eb2027b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Loch Ness, Glencoe and Inverness Tour

13h

Free cancellation available

~~CA $116~~CA $104

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/loch-ness-glencoe-and-inverness-tour.a51040943.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48701484/50f6f8fa-bcb3-427d-8793-6b9fee174634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

11h

10/10

13 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $530

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scottish-highlands-castles-glencoe-day-trip-from-edinburgh.a48701484.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Scenic Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734766/c80b3e7c-2998-4e08-aa1b-dfe99d16e134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Scenic Bike Tour

3h

9.4/10

152 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $83

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-scenic-bike-tour.a4734766.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

!['A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46056950/b2b12cce-7bef-4c70-be13-431d2cdc1b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 'A wee pedal's' E-bike tour of Arthur's Seat and beyond

2h 30m

10/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $127

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/e-bike-tour-of-palace-parliament-and-edinburghs-hidden-castle.a46056950.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48498073/fd13cdf8-c26b-4fb0-91ca-c78b7d3507c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

5h

10/10

14 Viator reviews

CA $826

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beyond-edinburgh-half-day-tour.a48498073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

### Holiday & seasonal tours

[See all 23 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours)

![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/7a17567d-2de7-47ab-803b-45afed6f6924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

1h 15m

9/10

1,635 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~CA $35~~CA $33

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

2h

9.4/10

1,315 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $46

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4538495/f77d7e5e-c4e6-4e02-a1a4-3a3a5637a674.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

1h 30m

9.4/10

2,425 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-haunted-underground-vaults-and-graveyard-tour.a4538495.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults and Graveyard Evening Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4862683/060c8278-112d-491e-af61-94afa3b52d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults and Graveyard Evening Tour

1h 45m

9/10

186 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $46

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-graveyard-evening-tour.a4862683.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Evening Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4542957/dff22f10-9bdd-45dc-b82b-a28d54fc3388.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Evening Underground Ghost Tour

1h 15m

9/10

1,162 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $35

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-evening-underground-ghost-tour.a4542957.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44624690/3b186fd0-6b86-49d0-a7ce-3b51e83c62d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

1h 15m

9.8/10

443 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $33

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44624690.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846155/c48c83f7-29f1-4b97-be6c-322f040d95df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

1h 15m

9/10

1,534 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $39

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-comedy-horror-ghost-bus-tour.a4846155.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4939650/13379f1c-6a7b-4904-83a2-eb386110d1af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Witches & Haunted History Walking Tour

1h 15m

9.8/10

100 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $33

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-witches-and-history-walking-tour.a4939650.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4530339/73acfbe7-3239-4e3e-ba03-ab0149cb14cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour

1h 15m

9.4/10

1,398 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-late-night-underground-vaults-terror-tour.a4530339.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

![Edinburgh: Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4848669/3c960b8b-cf2d-4d2b-b21b-8440c1fe49d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Edinburgh: Extreme Paranormal Underground Ghost Tour

1h 15m

8.6/10

460 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $39

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-extreme-paranormal-underground-ghost-tour.a4848669.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off)

## Recommended things to do in Dalkeith

| Number of things to do          | 600                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              |
| ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour](/things-to-do/edinburgh-old-towns-highlights-walking-tour.a47053301.activity-details): CA $7                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     |
| Top 5 things to do              | [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details)[Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details)[West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh](/things-to-do/small-group-west-highland-lochs-castles-tour.a176941.activity-details)[Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details)[The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details)            |
| Half-day tours                  | [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details)[The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details)[Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets](/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-skip-the-line-guided-tour-in-english.a4837261.activity-details)[The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](/things-to-do/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh.a878303.activity-details)[Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-edinburgh-castle-a-thousand-years-of-majesty.a45984257.activity-details) |
| With kids                       | [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details)[Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details)[West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh](/things-to-do/small-group-west-highland-lochs-castles-tour.a176941.activity-details)[Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details)[The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details)            |

## What to do in Dalkeith

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Dalkeith

![Edinburgh Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/2dc9ce59-cca4-4c4a-9596-068a3d7353c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Edinburgh Castle

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

[](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Castle-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d500994.Vacation-Attraction)

![Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/d9bc8d4a-e17a-41ba-b7bc-a4a59dc83e4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Royal Mile

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

[](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Mile-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6129680.Vacation-Attraction)

![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Princes Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Vacation-Attraction)

![Edinburgh Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/1d149a96-d3ae-431d-8fa3-5dbd90e6f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Edinburgh Zoo

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

[](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Vacation-Attraction)

![Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081293/9cb8ee1f-427d-4c3e-ab6b-6a49de3fff40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Murrayfield Stadium

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Murrayfield-Stadium-Gorgie.d6081293.Vacation-Attraction)

![University of Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501015/bad126e7-93d2-4fe2-a9de-3d7d9d271c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University of Edinburgh

The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

[](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Vacation-Attraction)

![Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169296/5a5dd4f9-eb40-49f5-b10f-3da6d4590abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Grassmarket

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Grassmarket-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6169296.Vacation-Attraction)

![Edinburgh royal playhouse theater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081275/d26f3d71-7376-44ad-8534-31451e98bfb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Playhouse-Theatre-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6081275.Vacation-Attraction)

![street view of George street at Edinburgh, scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152386/71e8313a-bb03-4920-b0db-8a1c587b45df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### George Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at George Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/George-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6152386.Vacation-Attraction)

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## Day trip destinations from Dalkeith

![Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507676/37d3b4f4-f16c-4208-8a8d-453673b4ee1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Edinburgh

![Eskbank](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179549/1ce7d571-e0ee-4c1e-aade-9018a0579620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Eskbank

![Bonnyrigg](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054226/9a0b5fca-7c14-4269-ae5e-43cc9b8e7daa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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### Bonnyrigg

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dalkeith worth visiting?

### How do I spend a day in Dalkeith?

### What is the top tourist attraction in Dalkeith?

### Is three days enough to stay in Dalkeith?

### Is Dalkeith a walkable city?

### What are some activities to do in Dalkeith with kids?

> - [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details)
> - [Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details)
> - [West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-west-highland-lochs-castles-tour.a176941.activity-details)
> - [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details)
> - [The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details)

### What to do in Dalkeith for adults?

### Are there free things to do in Dalkeith?

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