Winding alleys, hill-top landmarks and all that surrounding woodland create picture-postcard views whichever way you turn
Things to Do
The best things to do in Edinburgh, including events, festivals, attractions, tours, activities and entertainment
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6 excellent free things to do in Edinburgh
Doing this city on the cheap? Here are our top tips for making it work
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12 Edinburgh attractions you shouldn’t overlook
There’s no shortage of immediately recognisable sights in the Scottish capital
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8 incredible day trips from Edinburgh
From hillside hikes to quaint coastal towns, here’s where to head for a refreshing escape
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6 fun things to do with kids in Edinburgh
Brilliant ways to keep the young’uns entertained on your next day out
Must-visit sights in Edinburgh
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Our Dynamic Earth
A hands-on geological experience during which you’ll be able to touch a real iceberg
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
A public garden on the edge of the New Town to the north of the city centre
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Camera Obscura And World Of Illusions
A suitably gothic tourist attraction to mirror the feel of Edinburgh’s Old Town
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National Museum Of Scotland
Scotland’s premier museum of natural and anthropological history
More things to do in Edinburgh
Here’s where to see contemporary and classical art from home and abroad
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9 can’t-miss museums in Edinburgh
Whether you’re more into dino skulls or vintage dolls, explore Edinburgh’s finest temples of knowledge
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The absolute best theatres in Edinburgh
Catch a play at one the the city’s many fine performance spaces
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Need some downtime? These are Edinburgh’s best parks
There are times when you need a break from the brickwork
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Everything you have to see in the Old town
Follow in the footsteps of kings and queens, invading armies and religious radicals
Discover the best things to do in Europe
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The 50 best things to do in Paris right now
Everything from alternative tours of the Louvre to the best egg mayo in the city.
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The 32 best things to do in Lisbon
There’s no better place to wander cobbled streets and snack on local delights than Lisbon.
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The 22 best things to do in Rome
A city where winding streets lead to beautiful temples, pasta gets brought out by the bucketload, and the people-watching opportunities never end.
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The 25 best things to do in Amsterdam
Our love affair with this city never ends, from its innovative food scene to its most well-known attractions.