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Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, is steeped in history and one of the most beautiful cityscapes in the world which is bursting with culture. The second largest Scottish city, Edinburgh is located in the south-east of the country and is ideal for a family holiday, business trip or cultural indulgence alike.

With a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of the city comprising of the medieval Old Town, the Georgian New Town and award winning modern architecture, Edinburgh is a mixture of styles and a fascinating city to wander around.

Explore Edinburgh at a leisurely pace (you can save the trekking and walking for the Highlands and countryside) and you’ll see numerous photo-worthy views, after all it is one of the most beautiful and elegant cities in Europe. Some of these views have to be seen to be believed: from Edinburgh castle across the Georgian New Town; from Arthur's Seat across the surrounding moors; and the most dramatic cityscape in Europe, from Calton Hill down the length of Princes Street to the castle. With plenty of parks and gardens, cliffs, rocks and grassy hills and even a few dormant volcanoes, Edinburgh’s landscape is surprisingly green and scenic.

View from Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh

With so many top class tourist attractions in Edinburgh there is plenty to do for all the family and makes an ideal city break destination, but with so much to see and do you might just need a few days longer! From the famous Edinburgh Castle and popular Edinburgh Zoo to world-class museums and galleries, top-class restaurants and bars, as well as the extensive shopping facilities, Scotland's capital is bound to make a strong impression on you. You will find a world-ranking museums in Edinburgh covering a wide range of subjects, from past forms of transport to war museums and Scottish history, telling stories of a fascinating past in Scotland. Find out more on our museums in Scotland page.

Edinburgh is the perfect place for some retail therapy with a variety of shops and malls giving shoppers plenty of choice, particularly for traditional Scottish souvenirs and food products in particular. An increasing number of fashion boutiques and designer stores continue to appear in Edinburgh meaning it offers a superb clothes shopping experience, especially as Edinburgh is home to Scotland's only Harvey Nichols store. Read more in our shopping in Edinburgh page.