A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Calton Hill contains a treasure trove of historical monuments and being 100 metres above sea level boasts a superb view of Edinburgh and across to Holyrood House Palace and Arthur’s Seat – It’s a popular spot for photographers and hopeless romantics at sunset!
See Nelson’s Monument, a commemorative tower that dates back to 1807 to commemorate Nelson’s victory over the Spanish and...
Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Park
Hike up the rocky crags within the 640 acre Royal Holyrood Park and admire the stunning views as you get a 360 degree look over Edinburgh from 251 metres above sea level. Arthur’s Seat is a dormant volcano that hasn’t erupted for the last 300 million years but no one is sure how it got its name though the romantics like to connect it with King Arthur and Camelot.
...Edinburgh's ancient thoroughfare, the Royal Mile, stretches from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood House Palace. A procession route for Scotland’s Kings and Queens for the last 500 years, it contains a lot of paid tourist attractions alongside pubs, shops, and cafes but it’s not necessary to open your wallet in order to witness and enjoy the historic heart of the city and walk the mile.
Starting at Lawnmarket, the oldest part...
A quaint and picturesque Bucolic village in the heart of Edinburgh that has the feel of being hidden deep in the sleepy countryside. A charming stream runs through the small former-village with beautiful bridges and 19th century houses and a church. Once housing the mill workers and separated from Edinburgh city by a distance of 11 miles, the test of time means this oldey-world village now sits a stones throw away from the hustle...
Similar to The Natural History Museum in London, The National Museum of Scotland contains diverse collections ranging from dinosaur skeletons to vintage cars, even the stuffed body of Dolly the Sheep; the first successful clone of a mammal from an adult cell. The natural world, science, technology, discoveries, art, design, fashion, and world cultures are all topics that are covered here so there’s something to suit everyone and always...
Plant, flower, garden, and nature lovers will adore the vast Royal Botanic Garden that contains 100,000 plants across 70 acres. Step inside to find acres of shrubs and blooming plants with a fantastic collection of Rhododendrons, a Chinese Garden and Chinese Hillside, Rock Garden with water, bridges, and sculptures, Woodland Garden, an arboretum, the Heath Garden which contains Scottish native plants and exhibitions and interactive activities...
Opening in 2004, the Scottish Parliament provides visitors with the choice of a self-guided tour or free guided tours to see where members of the Scottish Parliament (MSP’s) meet to debate Scottish issues.
On the 30 minute self-guided tour visitors can see the vaults of the Main Hall and have access to the Parliament For The People Exhibition along with gift shop and cafe plus a 10 minute introductory talk discussing...
Located on The Mound, this is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Edinburgh. The National Gallery houses vast collections of Scottish and international paintings, sculpture, and furniture covering the Italian Renaissance period through to French Impressionism at the start of the 20th century. You can see artworks by Raphael, Titian, Turner, Constable, Monet, van Gogh, Renoir, Gauguin, Cezanne, Rembrandt, Reubens, and...
Stretching 12 miles in total, the Water of Leigh Walkway is a delightful public footpath and cycle path that winds through the hidden heart of Edinburgh following the river. It’s a great way to spend some time outdoors enjoying nature away from the hustle and bustle of city life whether you spend just an hour or two on a portion of the walkway or decide to tackle the entire length in a day.
Starting in the...
Located in 2 beautiful neo-classical buildings (Modern 1 and Modern 2) the Edinburgh National Gallery of Modern Art contains an eclectic mix of approximately 6,000 modern and contemporary paintings, sculptures, prints, and installations located in bright and airy modern interiors. The gallery contains artworks by Picasso, Matisse, Dada, Miro, Dali, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Damien Hirst and many other artists covering Cubism, Abstract,...
Edinburgh City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Royal Edinburgh 48-Hour Attractions Ticket
Edinburgh Castle: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour
St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Highlands Tour from Edinburgh
Stirling Castle, Highland Lochs & Whiskey Tour from Edinburgh
Private Edinburgh Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel/Accommodation
The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh
There are many things you can do for free in Edinburgh like booking free entry into some Edinburgh museums, joining locals to do some free activities and others. This allows you to have fun and relax on a budget or save for further experiences on your trip.