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Tours & day trips
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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
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Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling
Attractions
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Royal Edinburgh Ticket- Hop-on-Hop-Off with Edinburgh Castle
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Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Classes & workshops
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Scotch Whisky Tasting - The True Spirit of Scotland
What to do in Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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 acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at George Street. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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 family-friendly area.
Edinburgh International Conference Centre
Learn about the events happening at Edinburgh International Conference Centre during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Areas of Edinburgh
Edinburgh City Centre
While you're in Edinburgh City Centre, take in top sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument, and hop on the metro to see more the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Old Town Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Edinburgh Castle and Parliament House.
New Town
Travelers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Haymarket
Take time in Haymarket to visit attractions like Princes Street and FountainPark. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station to see more of the city.
Tollcross
Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and The Meadows while you're in town.
