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Why travel to Edinburgh: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Edinburgh
- The Scottish capital is known for its festivals and is a cultural and artistic hotspot.
- The Edinburgh International Book Festival, which draws over 1,000 authors, the gleaming The Edinburgh Fringe, the world’s largest arts festival, and the Christmas Markets
- Edinburgh has various fun events and entertainment options, including internationally recognized events.
- Edinburgh offers a diverse range of top attractions for visitors of all ages and interests, including some of Scotland’s most popular free and paid attractions.
- The city is a remarkable place to live, with Arthur’s Seat, the Pentland Hills, and Edinburgh’s Waterfront as a backdrop.
- In just one day, you can see the city’s exciting new waterfront development, stroll through the Port of Leith’s cosmopolitan streets, cruise the River Forth, and hike up Arthur’s Seat to explore the rugged terrain.
- Capital- Edinburgh
- International Airport – Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Population- 543,000
- Currency- pound sterling
- Time - UTC +0
- Driving side- Right
- Main electricity- 230 V
- Official Language- English
- Religion- Christianity
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle is a popular tourist destination and one of the most famous buildings in the United Kingdom.
- The Palace of Holyroodhouse, or simply Holyrood Palace, is the Queen’s official Edinburgh residence and has been at the centre of Scottish history.
- The Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland, connects Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
- The Royal Yacht Britannia is one of the most well-known monarchy-related attractions in the United Kingdom.
- Another must-see for art lovers is the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, known as “Modern One.”
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Edinburgh
- June through August are ideal for visiting Edinburgh, with average high temperatures of 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
- However, this is also the city’s busiest tourism season, especially in August, when the calendar is jam-packed with festivals.
- You’ll need to bundle up to avoid spending a small fortune: Except for during Hogmanay, the city’s New Year’s celebration, winter (November to March) offers the best low-season deals.
- The best times to visit are in the spring and early fall, when the weather is milder and fewer tourists, making hotel and airfare deals easier.
- From June to August, the average temperature in the summer is between 50 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the most pleasant time to visit. Summer days are also long due to the country’s high latitude.
- However, the pleasant weather and abundance of festivals are the most popular time to travel.
- If you plan on attending, book your hotel months in advance and be prepared for crowds.
- November to March Edinburgh’s winter is long but not as cold as you might think: Low temperatures are typically in the 30s.
- With limited daylight hours, the city can appear quite desolate. On the plus side, you’ll likely save a significant amount of money on lodging and airfare.
- Keep in mind that January and February are the coldest months in Scotland.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle
- This Castle, Scotland’s most famous landmark, is one of the UK’s most popular tourist destinations.
- Half Moon Battery’s famous One O’clock Salute, seeing the impressive Scottish National War Memorial and National War Museum and seeing the stunning collection of Crown Jewels housed in the Royal Palace are all highlights of a visit.
- The Stone of Destiny (also known as the Stone of Scone) is another notable feature.
Royal Mile
- This is a street that connects Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
- The shops, inns, museums, cafés, and restaurants line this magnificent thoroughfare, lined with charming townhouses, churches, and historical landmarks.
- Many of the structures are tall, ranging from six to fifteen stories, and are referred to as “lands” by locals. Narrow alleys are known as “winds” weave in and around them, with their charming hidden backyard “closed.”
- Outlook Tower, the Camera Obscura, and the Tolbooth (St. John’s Highland Church), with the city’s tallest church tower, are among the most popular attractions at the upper end of the Royal Mile, known as the Royal Mile as Castle Hill.
- It is home to the fascinating People’s Story Museum and Gladstone’s Land, a six-story merchant’s house with beautiful ceiling paintings and original furniture.
- Lady Stair’s Close, which houses The Writer’s Museum, is also worth visiting. Manuscripts, portraits, etchings, and memorabilia of poet Robert Burns and writers Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson are displayed here.
- The Museum on the Mound, located just around the corner and overlooking Princes Park, is worth visiting for its history of money and economics exhibits.
Arthur’s Seat and the Salisbury Crags
- The breathtaking views from the top span the entire city, all the way to the Forth’s mouth.
- The most direct route is from Dunsapie Loch, a large parking lot.
- Alternatively, you can walk up past the Dynamic Earth science centre and onto a path that leads from Queen’s Drive to the Old Town.
- It’s simple to climb the dramatic Salisbury Crags, a series of 151-foot cliffs adjacent to Arthur’s Seat.
- The park’s other attractions include the ancient cultivation terraces, some of Scotland’s earliest and best-preserved examples of ancient farming practices and the picturesque ruins of the medieval St. Anthony’s Chapel.
Set Sail for Royal Yacht Britannia
- The Royal Yacht Britannia is one of the most well-known monarchy-related attractions in the United Kingdom.
- The Queen has hosted heads of state and celebrities worldwide on this opulent ship.
- With the ship’s five main decks, you’ll learn about the ship’s history and that of other royal yachts.
- Highlights include the Royal Apartments and Bedrooms, the lovely sun lounge, and the Royal Deck Tea Room onboard, where you can stop for tea and cakes.
- Consider a stay aboard the former lighthouse ship, the Fingal, docked next to the royal yacht for those looking for a luxurious getaway.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Edinburgh Off the Beaten Track
Old Town
- Old Town, perched on a hill above New Town and centred on Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, the Royal Mile, is the city’s most atmospheric part.
- Apart from the medieval architecture and tiny lanes hiding eccentric museums and excellent bars, the Royal Mile contains the majority of Edinburgh’s must-see attractions: Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyrood are at opposite ends of the Royal Mile, with the Scottish Parliament Building, Museum of Edinburgh, Writers’ Museum, and Museum of Childhood in the middle.
- There’s an excellent dining scene here and a wide range of accommodations to suit all budgets, and the neighbourhood is quiet at night, despite the popularity of Old Town during the day.
- The Royal Mile is overrun with actors and street performers during the Edinburgh fringe festival in August.
New Town
- North of Edinburgh Waverley train station and downhill (and separated) from historic Old Town is New Town, an attractive grid of wide streets lined with Georgian architecture and smaller pedestrian lanes.
- It is home to some excellent cafes, pubs, and bars. George Street, flanked on both ends by an attractive square, is known for its high-end fashion boutiques and some of Edinburgh’s best dining.
- Nearby attractions include the Scottish National Gallery, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, and the imposing Gothic Scott Monument towers above Princes Street.
- Edinburgh’s main thoroughfare, with trams connecting the city centre to Edinburgh Airport, is Princes Street.
Stockbridge
- Stockbridge, a former outlying village 15 minutes northwest of New Town, maintains a low-key community feel while being within easy walking distance.
- Stockbridge is primarily residential, with few but high-quality accommodations.
- It is centred on the main Raeburn Place high street, lined with delis, cafes, charity shops, and pubs.
- On Sundays, the Water of Leith hosts a bustling farmers’ and street food market, and A short distance north is the Royal Botanic Garden.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Edinburgh Culture and Traditions
- The Edinburgh Art Fair, Scotland’s most significant annual art show and a top event on the arts calendar, is a haven for artists.
- In November, we’ll bring the best new talent and established big names to Edinburgh.
- The internationally renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe offers the ultimate immersive culture every August.
- The entire city transforms into a stage, with comedians, actors, and performers performing at every turn to keep you entertained.
- The Edinburgh Festival Theatre, which has the most significant stage of any British theatre, hosts Edinburgh’s most well-known shows, plays, and musicals.
- Scottish Ballet is Scotland’s national dance company, performing new classical ballets and contemporary works in Edinburgh’s theatres.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Edinburgh: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Haggis
#Food
- Haggis exemplifies the best of Scottish cuisine, utilizing every part of the animal and incorporating an abundance of flavour and spices.
- Of course, it is steeped in tradition; people worldwide associate haggis with Scotland.
- It’s traditionally made with sheep’s pluck,’ which is finely chopped liver, heart, and lungs, mixed with oatmeal, suet, herbs, spices, and seasoning, then boiled or baked in a natural casing (traditionally sheep intestines).
- Learn everything there is to know about haggis, including how to make it, cook it, and eat it.
- If you’ve never had it before, serve it with neeps and tatties in the traditional way.
Lobster
#Food
- One of my favourite holiday memories in Scotland was eating squat lobster with my wife on a beach on a beautiful sunny day on the West Coast.
- This sweet and succulent seafood is best served hot from the sea with melted butter.
- It can be boiled or grilled, and it goes well with essential pasta dishes.
- Try our best lobster recipes, from luxurious Thermidor to casual lobster rolls.
Gin
#Food
- From Edinburgh Gin to The Botanist on the Isle of Islay, there are plenty of gins made in Scotland, and it’s beautiful to see so many distillers perfecting the art of distilling.
- The new Fidra Gin, a Scottish dry gin made in East Lothian, with locally foraged botanicals outside of Edinburgh.
Fort Kinnaird
#Fashion
- Fort Kinnaird is just off the A1 on the outskirts of Edinburgh.
- It’s an open-air shopping centre with various stores and cafes and its cinema.
- Over ten large stores sell clothing, including M&S and Next, and some stores sell high-quality children’s clothing and toys.
- There are four specialist mobile phone shops and two large electrical outlets that sell everything from refrigerators to laptops. Books, cards, jewellery, health and beauty products, pet supplies, and shoes are all available.
- You can rest and refresh in various restaurants, cafes, and fast food outlets.
- Can find everything in Fort Kinnaird!
Gyle Shopping Center
#Fashion
- The Gyle Shopping Center is a fifty-acre shopping centre with over 70 stores, making it a great place to get almost any necessity, luxury item, or gift. It’s easily accessible because it’s on the outskirts of Edinburgh’s western side, close to the city bypass, the M8, and M9.
- It also has a regular bus service, making it accessible from almost anywhere in the city.
- Few luxury stores and speciality shops, such as Ortak the jewellers and Austin Reed, a high-end clothing store, are not found in other retail parks or smaller shopping malls.
- The Gyle also has a variety of eating and drinking establishments that cater to health-conscious individuals, fast-food fans, and caffeine addicts alike.
Livingston Designer Outlet
#Fashion
- The Livingston Designer Outlet is a covered shopping mall just outside of Edinburgh.
- It’s crammed with designer outlet stores that offer deep discounts to bargain hunters.
- High-end fashion stores like Jaeger, Roman, Jaques Vert and Skopes coexist with trendy clothing stores like Next, Ted Baker, and Phase Eight.
- Perfumes, luxury soaps, and beauty products are available for purchase and are one of the many soft furnishings and décor stores that can help you transform your home.
- Designer handbags and shoes abound, and a slew of designer sportswear stores.
- When you add in a diverse selection of restaurants and cafes, it’s easy to see why Livingston Designer Outlet is so popular.
M&D’s Scotland’s Theme Park
#Fun
- M & M&D’s, Scotland’s Theme Park, is a unique attraction in Scotland.
- M&D’s Scotland’s Theme Park has something for everyone and all the ingredients for a fantastic day out, with free admission for all visitors and pay-as-you-go wristbands available!
- From mid-March to the end of October, the theme park is open. Amazonia, bowling, bars, and restaurants are all open all year.
- The soft play area and various exciting and age-appropriate rides are available to children.
- Suppose the weather in Scotland isn’t cooperating. In that case, there are plenty of indoor activities to enjoy, such as Cosmic Bowl, Scotland’s first “Glow in the Dark” bowling alley, a traditional indoor Carousel, and an impressive amusement arcade with over 150 games.
- After a long day of fun, visitors can eat at one of the many restaurants in M&D’s massive indoor entertainment complex.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Edinburgh: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Cammo Estate is a nature reserve in the city’s northwestern outskirts, close to Turnhouse Golf Course and the River Almond.
- Edinburgh Council owns it and is responsible for its upkeep.
- Cammo was once home to Cammo House, one of Edinburgh’s most opulent residences, and the ruins of the manor house and its walled garden and impressive water tower can still be found within its confines.
- The park has a pleasant rural feel and is home to a diverse range of wildlife.
- The park is a popular dog-walking destination, and it also offers some guided walks, an orienteering course, public restrooms, and a visitor centre.
- Inverleith Park is one of Scotland’s largest urban parks near the Royal Botanic Gardens in Stockbridge.
- The park, which first opened in 1891, still has its original boating pond, playing fields, and tree-lined walkways, but it now also has a children’s play park, three football pitches, four rugby pitches, and six seven-a-side pitches, as well as a petanque court and a running track.
- The secluded wildflower garden, which has stunning views of the city and the Pentland Hills, has a beautiful sundial dating from 1890.
- A section of the grassland has been converted into allotments for Edinburgh residents, and the pond’s western end has been extended to create a wetland to attract wild birds to the park.
- From a wooden walkway that skirts the water’s edge, visitors can see the birds in their natural habitat.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Edinburgh Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Edinburgh’s Christmas has returned, bringing festive cheer to the city centre.
- The famous Ice Rink will return to its new home on George Street in 2021 and will feature skate-up festive food and drink for the first time in Edinburgh’s Christmas season.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Big Wheel or the Star Flyer in East Princes Street Gardens, which will also host the Christmas Market.
- Also, it will feature a variety of European and Scottish food, drinks, and unique crafts – perfect for those last-minute Christmas gifts.
- Then wind your way through the Christmas Tree Maze, stop by Santa’s Grotto in West Princes Street Gardens, and browse the stalls full of treats and gifts.
- This New Year, Edinburgh will host a jam-packed calendar of events to celebrate the start of the year 2022.
- Edinburgh’sThough smaller than before the pandemic, the famous Hogmanay festival will be revived during the four-day festival (Wednesday, December 29 to Saturday, January 1).
- Festivalgoers can choose from various contemporary and traditional New Year’s Eve events.
- The Procession of the Torchlight.
- This popular event, which kicks off Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations, returns to the city centre on December 30.
- Participants will collect their torches from three locations around the city (Waverley Bridge, West Parliament Square, or Bristo Square) between 4 pm and 9 pm to provide a safer environment.
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