What to do in Edinburgh

Activities, attractions and tours

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Edinburgh Castle featuring a garden
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Royal Botanic Garden featuring heritage elements and a park

Places to Visit in Edinburgh

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What to do in Edinburgh


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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Wander the narrow alleys of Edinburgh's historic center to discover the hidden delights of an area that also encompasses some of the city's top attractions.

Old Town Edinburgh
Calton Hill showing a city, skyline and general coastal views

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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Edinburgh showing heritage architecture and night scenes

New Town

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

New Town
Royal Yacht Britannia showing boating and interior views

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Tollcross

4/5(4 area reviews)

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

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West End

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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