Question 1

What is the "Festival Fringe Ticket Scalpers" scam in Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

During the Edinburgh Festival, scalpers sell counterfeit or invalid Fringe show tickets outside venues, particularly for sold-out events. Tickets often scan as invalid at the door. Buy tickets only through the official Edinburgh Fringe box office website or at venue box offices.

Question 2

What is the "Royal Mile Overpriced Whisky Tours" scam in Edinburgh?

Accepted Answer

Touts on the Royal Mile sell overpriced whisky tasting tours that turn out to be brief, low-quality sessions serving entry-level blended Scotch for premium prices. The tour is not affiliated with any distillery. Book distillery tours directly through the distillery's own website or via the official VisitScotland platform.

Tour & Activity Scams in Edinburgh

Festival Fringe Ticket Scalpers

Royal Mile Overpriced Whisky Tours

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