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Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Edinburgh is one of Europe's most dramatically beautiful capitals, built around an ancient volcanic crag topped by a brooding castle that has dominated the Scottish skyline for centuries. The medieval Royal Mile connects the castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse through a dense layer of history, wynds, and taverns, while the neoclassical New Town offers a completely different architectural grandeur. Every August, the city transforms into the world's largest arts festival, but Edinburgh rewards visits year-round with its whisky bars, Arthur's Seat hikes, the National Museum of Scotland, and a dry wit and warmth unique to its people.
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Arthur's Seat
An ancient volcano rising from the city, with views that stop you cold.
Calton Hill
Edinburgh's volcanic hilltop with panoramic city views and unfinished monuments.
Edinburgh Castle
A thousand years of Scottish history perched on an ancient volcanic rock.
Greyfriars Kirkyard
Edinburgh's most storied graveyard, haunted by history and one very famous dog.
National Museum of Scotland
Scotland's entire story, from Dolly the sheep to medieval knights, under one roof.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
The working royal palace at the foot of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile.
Real Mary King's Close
Walk through Edinburgh's buried 17th-century streets, hidden beneath the Royal Mile.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
A 70-acre living museum of plants right in the heart of Edinburgh.
Royal Mile
A medieval spine connecting a royal palace to a soaring castle, one mile of living history.
Scott Monument
A Victorian Gothic tower honoring Scotland's most beloved novelist, climbable from within.
Why should you go to Edinburgh
What other travelers have to say, based on real reviews.