Things to do in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle

Explore Edinburgh Castle, a historic fortress in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover centuries of Scottish history, royal tales, and iconic landmarks.

Crown Jewels

Discover the Honours of Scotland, Britain's oldest Crown Jewels, within historic Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore their rich history and enduring symbolism.

Stone Of Destiny

Discover the legendary Stone of Destiny's history and cultural significance. Once at Edinburgh Castle, now at Perth Museum, United Kingdom.

Great Hall

Discover the Great Hall, a magnificent 16th-century royal chamber within Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore its rich history, stunning hammer-beam roof, and royal transformations.

St Margaret’s Chapel

Discover St Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh Castle's oldest building. Explore its Romanesque architecture and rich history in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Mons Meg

Discover Mons Meg, the massive 15th-century siege cannon at Edinburgh Castle, United Kingdom. Explore its rich history, unique stories, and impressive scale.

National War Museum

Explore Scotland's National War Museum within Edinburgh Castle, United Kingdom. Discover 400 years of military history, artifacts, and personal stories.

Half Moon Battery

Explore Half Moon Battery at Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover its rich history, strategic design, and panoramic city views.

Royal Mile

Explore the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, a historic thoroughfare connecting Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Discover its rich history, cultural significance, and captivating stories.

St Giles’ Cathedral

Explore St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh: Discover the High Kirk of Edinburgh, a historic Gothic masterpiece on the Royal Mile in the United Kingdom. Uncover Scotland's rich past, Reformation tales, and the iconic Thistle Chapel.

Real Mary King’s Close

Explore The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, United Kingdom – an underground preserved 17th-century street with tales of plague and spirits.

John Knox House

Explore John Knox House on Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Discover this historic medieval building, its links to the Scottish Reformation, and tales of Mary, Queen of Scots.

Parliament Square

Discover Parliament Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, a historic hub on the Royal Mile, rich with Scotland's political, legal, and religious past.

Closes (alleys)

Explore Edinburgh's historic closes (alleys) off the Royal Mile, uncovering medieval history, unique architecture, and captivating stories in the United Kingdom.

Street Performers

Experience the vibrant street performers of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Discover diverse acts, historical insights, and the magic of this iconic Scottish street.

Palace Of Holyroodhouse

Explore the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King's official residence in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover centuries of Scottish royal history, from Mary, Queen of Scots to present day.

State Apartments

Explore the State Apartments of the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, UK, steeped in Scottish royal history and grand design.

Throne Room

Explore the historic Throne Room at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover its royal history and ceremonial significance.

Great Gallery

Explore the historic Great Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, UK, home to 96 portraits of Scottish kings.

Holyrood Abbey Ruins

Explore the ancient Holyrood Abbey Ruins, a medieval marvel within the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover royal history, Gothic architecture, and compelling stories.

Palace Gardens

Explore the historic Palace Gardens at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover centuries of royal history, tranquil landscapes, and fascinating stories.

Queen Mary’s Chambers

Explore Queen Mary's Chambers at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, where Mary, Queen of Scots lived and where David Rizzio was murdered.

Arthur’s Seat

Discover Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Hike this ancient volcano for panoramic city views and uncover its rich history and legends.

Summit Peak

Discover Summit Peak, Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore an ancient volcano with panoramic views, rich history, and captivating legends.

Salisbury Crags

Explore Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh, United Kingdom – ancient volcanic cliffs offering stunning city views and geological history insights.

Radical Road

Explore Edinburgh's Radical Road, a historic path around Arthur's Seat, famed for geology and panoramic city views. Learn its history and current access status in the United Kingdom.

St Anthony’s Chapel Ruins

Discover St Anthony's Chapel Ruins in Edinburgh, United Kingdom – a medieval landmark on Arthur's Seat offering historic intrigue and stunning views.

Dunsapie Loch

Discover Dunsapie Loch, a serene artificial lake in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, offering tranquil views and rich history near Arthur's Seat.

Holyrood Park Trails

Explore Holyrood Park Trails and Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover ancient geology, rich history, and stunning views of the city.

Calton Hill

Discover Calton Hill in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, a UNESCO World Heritage site offering panoramic views, iconic monuments, and rich history. Explore the 'Athens of the North' and its unique cultural landscape.

National Monument

Explore Edinburgh's National Monument on Calton Hill, an unfinished Parthenon replica honoring Napoleonic War soldiers in the United Kingdom.

Nelson Monument

Discover Edinburgh's Nelson Monument on Calton Hill, United Kingdom. Explore its unique 'upturned telescope' design, rich naval history, and panoramic city views.

Dugald Stewart Monument

Explore Edinburgh's Dugald Stewart Monument on Calton Hill, UK. Discover its neoclassical architecture, historical significance, and panoramic city views.

Observatory House

Explore Observatory House on Calton Hill, Edinburgh, UK. Discover its 18th-century history, architectural significance, and unique role as an art space.

Playfair Monument

Explore the Playfair Monument on Calton Hill, Edinburgh, United Kingdom – a Greek Doric tribute to mathematician John Playfair and a highlight of the city's 'Athens of the North' heritage.

Viewing Terraces

Explore Calton Hill's 'Viewing Terraces' in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover panoramic city views, iconic monuments, and rich history.

National Museum Of Scotland

Explore the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, featuring Scottish history, world cultures, science, and Dolly the Sheep.

Grand Gallery

Discover Edinburgh's Grand Gallery at the National Museum of Scotland, United Kingdom. Explore its stunning Victorian architecture, 'Window on the World' display, and diverse collections.

Natural World

Explore the Natural World galleries at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. Discover Earth's biodiversity, geology, and evolution through incredible exhibits like the T. rex and rare species.

Science & Technology

Explore groundbreaking Scottish and global innovations at the National Museum of Scotland's Science & Technology galleries in Edinburgh, UK.

Scottish History & Archaeology

Explore centuries of Scottish History & Archaeology at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, UK. Discover iconic artifacts from prehistoric times to the modern era.

Fashion & Design

Discover centuries of style at the Fashion & Design galleries in the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore iconic fashion and innovative design.

Rooftop Terrace

Discover panoramic views of Edinburgh's iconic skyline from the National Museum of Scotland's Rooftop Terrace. A free hidden gem in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Princes Street Gardens

Ross Fountain

Discover the exquisite Ross Fountain in Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens, United Kingdom. Explore its Victorian history, French artistry, and allegorical figures.

Floral Clock

Discover Edinburgh's iconic Floral Clock in Princes Street Gardens, the world's oldest living timepiece, adorned with thousands of plants annually. Explore its history and unique charm.

Scott Monument Access

Explore the majestic Scott Monument in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover its Gothic architecture, history, and panoramic city views.

Bandstand

Explore the Ross Bandstand in Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens, United Kingdom – a historic open-air venue with stunning Edinburgh Castle views.

Pathways

Explore the historic pathways of Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, offering stunning castle views, unique monuments, and rich history.

Seasonal Displays

Discover the enchanting seasonal displays at Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh, UK, from the historic Floral Clock to the festive Christmas Market.

Scott Monument

Explore the Scott Monument in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, a stunning Victorian Gothic tribute to Sir Walter Scott, offering panoramic city views.

Viewing Platforms

Ascend the Scott Monument Viewing Platforms in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, for breathtaking panoramic city views. Explore its Gothic architecture, history, and literary tributes.

Spiral Staircases

Climb the spiral staircases of the Scott Monument in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, for panoramic city views. Discover its Gothic history and literary secrets.

Statue Of Scott

Discover the majestic Statue of Scott, a marble masterpiece depicting Sir Walter Scott and his dog Maida, located inside the iconic Scott Monument in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore its history and cultural significance.

Princes Street Views

Discover Princes Street Views from Edinburgh's iconic Scott Monument. Ascend this Gothic tribute to Sir Walter Scott for panoramic cityscapes in the United Kingdom.

Surrounding Gardens

Explore the historic Princes Street Gardens surrounding Edinburgh's iconic Scott Monument. Discover its fascinating past, stunning views, and cultural significance.

Dean Village

Discover Dean Village, a tranquil and historic milling community nestled in a deep valley of Edinburgh, United Kingdom, renowned for its picturesque charm.

Water Of Leith Walkway

Explore the tranquil Water of Leith Walkway in Dean Village, Edinburgh, UK. Discover history, wildlife, and unique art installations like Gormley's '6 TIMES'.

Well Court

Explore Well Court, a historic Arts and Crafts gem in Edinburgh's picturesque Dean Village. Discover its unique history as model social housing.

Dean Bridge

Explore Edinburgh's historic Dean Bridge, a magnificent 19th-century structure by Thomas Telford over the Water of Leith. Discover its history and views.

St Bernard’s Well

Discover St Bernard's Well, a beautiful neoclassical temple housing a historic mineral spring, nestled in Dean Village, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Riverside Paths

Explore the tranquil Riverside Paths of Dean Village in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Discover historic mills, stunning architecture, and the serene Water of Leith Walkway.

Historic Houses

Discover the historic houses of Dean Village in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore the unique architecture and rich milling history of this charming village.

The Real Mary King’s Close

Explore The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, an authentic 17th-century street frozen in time beneath the Royal Mile.

Hidden Streets

Explore The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, UK. Delve into hidden 17th-century streets, discover plague history, and hear ghost stories like Annie's.

Preserved Rooms

Explore the Preserved Rooms of The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, UK, a fascinating underground 17th-century street frozen in time.

Plague Exhibits

Explore the chilling Plague Exhibits at The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, delving into 17th-century plague history and urban life.

Costumed Guides

Explore The Real Mary King's Close in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, with costumed guides bringing 17th-century history to life in hidden underground streets.

Merchant Quarters

Discover the hidden Merchant Quarters within The Real Mary King's Close, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Explore preserved 17th-century streets and uncover captivating stories.

Storytelling Chambers

Explore Edinburgh's hidden Storytelling Chambers within The Real Mary King's Close, United Kingdom, and uncover centuries of history and tales.