Plan Your Edinburgh Trip, United Kingdom
Top Things to Do in Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Castle: An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
- National Museum of Scotland: Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe.
- Princes Street Gardens: Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.
- Royal Mile: Buzzing street linking Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, lined with quaint eateries & shops.
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes.
- Palace of Holyroodhouse: The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques & relics.
- National Galleries of Scotland: National: National collection including European masterpieces & Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
- Holyrood Park: Parkland around the slopes & crags of Arthur's Seat, with walking & cycling paths & a loch.
- The Royal Yacht Britannia: Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years.
- The Real Mary King's Close
- Camera Obscura & World of Illusions: Long-standing tower with 5 floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.
- St Giles' Cathedral: Grand, Gothic medieval building & Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.
Also see the Edinburgh destination guide for local food, getting around and the best time to visit.