Cows, Rosslyn Chapel, Tantallon Castle, Dunbar from Edinburgh
Overview
About
- Visit the most iconic sites in the region south of Edinburgh, in this tour full of beautiful seaside landscapes, historic monuments and a quaint historic fishing town.
- Rosslyn Chapel, featured in the Da Vinci Code, and believed by many to be the secret location of the long-lost Haoly Grail.
- Tantallon Castle, ancient home of the Red Douglas clan, featuring stunning views of the Berwick coast and sea cliffs.
- Dunbar, was the birthplace of John Muir, the father of the modern conservation movement. Dunbar is also a pretty historic fishing village with 2 harbours, dating back to the 16th century and the ruins of Dunbar Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots sought refuge, as well as Edward II after he was defeated by Robert the Bruce in the Battle of Bannockburn.
At a Glance
- Ages: Ages 0-120
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Duration: 6h
- Live Guide: English
What you'll do
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At:
Swanston Farm, 111 Swanston Road Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH10 7DS Scotland
Meet the iconic Highland Cows at Swaston Farm. As conservation grazers, these cows spend their entire lives free to roam at the farm, foraging as they please.
Please note that the beautiful cows at Swanston Farm are wild, and no petting or feeding is allowed. Pictures are allowed.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At:
Chapel Loan Rosslyn Chapel, Roslin, Roslin EH25 9PU Scotland
The beautiful Rosslyn Chapel was founded in 1446. It features uniquely ornate stonework, portraying a range of subjects from Biblical stories to Pagan symbolism.
The chapel was featured in the film adaptation of Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code' as the hiding place of the Holy Grail. Many people believe it is still there, but attempts to find it have so far been unsuccessful. Maybe you will be able to find its secret location in the chapel!
**Please note that entry to the chapel MUST be booked in advance to avoid disappointment.**
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At:
Tantallon Castle, North Berwick, North Berwick EH39 5PN Scotland
Sitting on a cliff edge on the North Berwick coast, Tantallon castle was built in the mid 14th century, and it was once the formidable fortress of the Red Douglas Clan. This partially ruined castle's mighty curtain wall is still the best example of castle architecture from the 1300s in Scotland.
Tantallon Castle was an incredible fortress until it it was destroyed by Oliver Cromwell's army in the 17th century and subsequently abandoned.
Similarly to Rosslyn Chapel, Tantallon Castle is also a popular filming location, having been featured in 'Under the Skin', starring Scarlett Johansson, and the Bollywood cult classic, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', starring Shah Rukh Khan.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At:
Dunbar, Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland
Dunbar is a quaint fishing town on the North Berwick coast that has been witness to many historic events. Dunbar has two working harbours: the Victorian Harbour, and the older Cromwell Harbour, dating from 1574 - both still in use to this day! From here, you have views of Bass Rock and the Isle of May northwards and, if you're very lucky, the occasional dolphin swimming by!
Above the harbour you can see the ruins of the Castle, visited on several occasions by Mary Queen of Scots, and from where Edward II escaped back to England after being defeated by Robert the Bruce at the Battle of Bannockburn.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
John Muir's Birthplace, 128 High Street, Dunbar EH42 1JJ Scotland
Despite having seen it's fair share of historical events, Dunbar's main claim to fame is perhaps being the birthplace of John Muir, one of America's most influential conservationist, and the 'father' of the U.S. National Parks.
You can visit the house where John Muir was born in 1838, which has been turned into a museum.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Scottish snacks
What is not included?
- Meals
- Rosslyn Chapel (optional, £11.50 p/p, free for children, concession discounts)Admission fee Rosslyn Chapel (optional, £11.50 p/p, free for children, concession discounts)£11.50 per person
- Tantallon Castle (optional - £8.50 p/p, children, family and concession discounts)Admission fee Tantallon Castle (optional - £8.50 p/p, children, family and concession discounts)£8.50 per person
- Entry/Admission - Rosslyn Chapel
- Entry/Admission - Tantallon Castle
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you.
- John Muir's Birthplace is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
- UK cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Itinerary
Edinburgh Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Cows, Rosslyn Chapel, Tantallon Castle, Dunbar from Edinburgh in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (UK). This half-day tours experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
Swanston Farm
Meet the iconic Highland Cows at Swaston Farm. As conservation grazers, these cows spend their entire lives free to roam at the farm, foraging as they please. Please note that the beautiful cows at Swanston Farm are wild, and no petting or feeding is allowed. Pictures are allowed.
Rosslyn Chapel
The beautiful Rosslyn Chapel was founded in 1446. It features uniquely ornate stonework, portraying a range of subjects from Biblical stories to Pagan symbolism. The chapel was featured in the film adaptation of Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code' as the hiding place of the Holy Grail. Many people believe it is still there, but attempts to find it have so far been unsuccessful. Maybe you will be able to find its secret location in the chapel! **Please note that entry to the chapel MUST be booked in advance to avoid disappointment.**
Tantallon Castle
Sitting on a cliff edge on the North Berwick coast, Tantallon castle was built in the mid 14th century, and it was once the formidable fortress of the Red Douglas Clan. This partially ruined castle's mighty curtain wall is still the best example of castle architecture from the 1300s in Scotland. Tantallon Castle was an incredible fortress until it it was destroyed by Oliver Cromwell's army in the 17th century and subsequently abandoned. Similarly to Rosslyn Chapel, Tantallon Castle is also a popular filming location, having been featured in 'Under the Skin', starring Scarlett Johansson, and the Bollywood cult classic, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', starring Shah Rukh Khan.
Dunbar
Dunbar is a quaint fishing town on the North Berwick coast that has been witness to many historic events. Dunbar has two working harbours: the Victorian Harbour, and the older Cromwell Harbour, dating from 1574 - both still in use to this day! From here, you have views of Bass Rock and the Isle of May northwards and, if you're very lucky, the occasional dolphin swimming by! Above the harbour you can see the ruins of the Castle, visited on several occasions by Mary Queen of Scots, and from where Edward II escaped back to England after being defeated by Robert the Bruce at the Battle of Bannockburn.
John Muir's Birthplace
Despite having seen it's fair share of historical events, Dunbar's main claim to fame is perhaps being the birthplace of John Muir, one of America's most influential conservationist, and the 'father' of the U.S. National Parks. You can visit the house where John Muir was born in 1838, which has been turned into a museum.
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