Destination
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
A castle on a volcanic crag, a medieval Old Town and whisky bars make Edinburgh the ideal gateway to the Highlands.
Trips to Edinburgh from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | fine |
| April | fine |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | best |
| August | best |
| September | best |
| October | fine |
| November | fine |
| December | best |
- August: The Fringe, International Festival and Military Tattoo fill August; book months ahead
- December: Christmas market and Hogmanay street party on 31 December
Where to stay in Edinburgh
- Old Town / Royal Mile: Medieval closes between the castle and Holyrood Palace.
- New Town: Georgian terraces, shopping on George Street and quieter nights.
- Stockbridge: Village feel, Sunday market and the Water of Leith walk.
- Leith: Waterfront restaurants and the Royal Yacht Britannia.
What to do in Edinburgh
- Tour Edinburgh Castle at the top of the Royal Mile
- Climb Arthur's Seat for the city view
- Whisky tasting at the Scotch Whisky Experience
- Walk the vaults and closes of the Old Town
- Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith
- Day trip to St Andrews or Stirling Castle
Good to know
| Airports | Edinburgh Airport (EDI) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | Europe/London |
| Kind of trip | city, history, culture, festival, nightlife |
Questions about Edinburgh
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
May, June, July, August, September and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Edinburgh?
Yes. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Edinburgh on the ground?
Edinburgh is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.