Edinburgh, Scotland Travel Guide - Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant & Shopping Highlights (Illustrated)

Picture the rich, green landscape of Edinburgh, Scotland. A walk in the great outdoors is a fantastic experience where tourists can enjoy the fresh air of Scotland and the grand views of the city’s meadows and flowers. Alongside the natural environment, the busy city life is a symbol of what Edinburgh has become today. Scottish historical sites and attractions overflow here in one of Europe’s most breathtaking cities. Edinburgh attracts 4 million tourists each year to the city’s contrasting areas. The diversity of Edinburgh’s villages shows the many different sides of Edinburgh. Some sections are peaceful and serene, for example, parts of the Old Town still have their labyrinth-like cobbled roads and small alleyways. In comparison, places like New Town have broad, paved streets and are all about the shopping and the nighttime entertainment scene. Have a taste of Edinburgh’s culture and learn about its heritage. Visit Scotland’s favorite attraction, Edinburgh Castle. This castle houses the world’s oldest cannon, Mons Meg. Located in the Castlehill area of the city, Edinburgh Castle is the site to learn about Scotland’s royalty. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction to Edinburgh Overview Culture Location & Orientation Climate & When to Visit Sightseeing Highlights National Museum of Scotland Scottish National Gallery Arthur’s Seat Edinburgh Zoo Edinburgh Castle Royal Yacht Britannia Edinburgh Playhouse Holyrood Palace Edinburgh Festival Theatre Gilmerton Cove Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Xtreme Karting and Combat Recommendations for the Budget Traveller Places to Stay Places To Eat & Drink Places to Shop