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Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, rises on volcanic hills, with a castle on a crag, a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town.

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Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and keeps the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels. From there, the Royal Mile runs downhill through the Old Town, past St Giles' Cathedral and a warren of narrow closes, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano, rises above the palace with sweeping views.

Across the gardens of Princes Street lies the New Town, a UNESCO-listed grid of Georgian streets and squares. Calton Hill's monuments frame a classic view, the National Museum of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery hold major collections, and Dean Village and Stockbridge offer riverside charm. The port of Leith, with waterfront restaurants and the former Royal Yacht Britannia, is a short trip away.

Every August the city hosts the Fringe, the largest arts festival in the world, and Hogmanay brings famous New Year celebrations. Haggis, Cullen skink, salmon and a dram of whisky are Scottish staples. Late spring and summer bring long days, while winter is cold but atmospheric. Trips lead to the Highlands, Loch Ness and Stirling Castle.

  • 5 hop-on hop-off routes
  • Free cancellation on 84% of experiences
  • 4.7 across the top 24

Top 10 attractions in Edinburgh

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  1. Number 1

    Royal Mile

    4.844k reviewsfrom $5
  2. Number 2

    Edinburgh Old Town

    4.742k reviewsfrom $9
  3. Number 3

    Edinburgh Castle

    4.740k reviewsfrom $1
  4. Number 4

    Grassmarket

    4.722k reviewsfrom $3
  5. Number 5

    St. Giles’ Cathedral

    4.819k reviewsfrom $1
  6. Number 6

    Stirling Castle

    4.818k reviewsfrom $10
  7. Number 7

    Palace of Holyroodhouse

    4.411k reviewsfrom $1
  8. Number 8

    Calton Hill

    4.69k reviewsfrom $1
  9. Number 9

    Forth Road Bridge

    4.89k reviewsfrom $24
  10. Number 10

    Arthur's Seat

    4.58k reviewsfrom $1

Special offers in Edinburgh

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Hop-on hop-off in Edinburgh

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Loch Ness, Glencoe, Kelpies and Outlander from Edinburgh

340

Landmarks and attractions in Edinburgh

13

Museums and galleries in Edinburgh

13

Castle kilts, Royal Yacht and nuclear bunker in Edinburgh

552

Royal Mile, comedy walks and Harry Potter in Edinburgh

182

Scotch whisky, haggis, gin and cheese crawls in Edinburgh

104

Shows and nightlife in Edinburgh

10

Outdoor and adventure activities in Edinburgh

10

Family days and theme parks in Edinburgh

23

Shore excursions from Edinburgh

26

For kids in Edinburgh

4

Underground vaults, ghost tours and witches in Edinburgh

Go beyond Edinburgh

  1. St. Andrews · 48 km

    University of St. Andrews

    3 hr4.9964 reviewsfrom $20
  2. Stirling · 49 km

    Doune Castle

    9 hr4.811k reviewsfrom $66
  3. Stirling · 49 km

    Deanston Distillery

    8 hr4.89k reviewsfrom $61
  4. Dundee · 57 km

    St. Andrews Castle

    7 hr, 30 min4.91k reviewsfrom $9
  5. Dundee · 57 km

    V&A Dundee

    4 hr4.614 reviewsfrom $20
  6. Glasgow · 68 km

    Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park

    8–12 hr4.828k reviewsfrom $17
  7. Glasgow · 68 km

    Glasgow Cathedral

    3 hr4.66k reviewsfrom $6
  8. Aberfeldy · 84 km

    Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery

    8 hr4.8988 reviewsfrom $34
  9. Newcastle-upon-Tyne · 138 km

    Newcastle Castle

    2 hr, 30 min4.91k reviewsfrom $7
  10. Aviemore · 142 km

    Cairngorms National Park

    12 hr4.823k reviewsfrom $66
  11. Aviemore · 142 km

    Cairngorm Mountain

    8–9 hr4.250 reviewsfrom $464
  12. Aberdeen · 148 km

    Slains Castle

    8 hr, 30 min4.897 reviewsfrom $78

Questions about Edinburgh

What is there to do in Edinburgh?
We list 1,253 experiences in Edinburgh. The largest groups are day trips (342), city tours (144), food tours (18), attraction tickets (13).
What are the top attractions in Edinburgh?
Ranked by the experiences that visit them, the top attractions in Edinburgh are Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket.
What is the most popular experience in Edinburgh?
By number of traveller reviews it is "The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour", rated 4.6 out of 5 from 10,969 reviews.
Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Edinburgh?
Yes. We list 5 hop-on hop-off bus tours in Edinburgh; the most reviewed is "City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free" with 2,865 reviews.
How long do tours and tickets in Edinburgh take?
The typical experience in Edinburgh lasts about 5 hours; the middle half run between 2 hours and 9 hours.
Can I cancel a booking in Edinburgh?
The operator lists free cancellation on 85% of the 1,253 experiences we hold for Edinburgh. The cut-off differs by experience and is shown on each product page before you choose a date.

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