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Hike Arthur's Seat, take a whiskey tour and visit Edinburgh Castle

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<City 21> things to do #1: Edinburgh Castle #1
Edinburgh Castle

Tour the Great Hall and view the Crown Jewels

4.6 (820 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #2: Palace of Holyroodhouse #2
Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, at the bottom of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, is the King's official residence when he's in Scotland. Visitors can explore the 14 state rooms in this 16th-century palace, still used during royal ceremonies!

4.7 (1,352 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #3: The Real Mary King's Close #3
The Real Mary King's Close

The Real Mary King's Close is a walking tour of Old Edinburgh that tells the city's history with all of the grisly truth about the Black Plague, mysterious hauntings, gruesome crimes, and stifled living situations. It is located opposite St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh Old Town.

4.6 (188 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #4: Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours #4
Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Experience the best of Edinburgh: hop on a bus tour!

4.6 (258 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #5: The Scotch Whisky Experience #5
The Scotch Whisky Experience

Right on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Experience is an over-18s trip into the world of whisky. This replica distillery will educate you on the tastes of flavors of Scotland's favorite tipple, and probably get you a little tipsy.

4.6 (435 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #6: Day Trips from Edinburgh #6
Day Trips from Edinburgh

Explore Edinburgh's beauty and history on an unforgettable day trip!

4.4 (42 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #7: Edinburgh Walking Tours #7
Edinburgh Walking Tours

Discover Edinburgh's secrets on a guided walking tour

4.6 (202 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #8: Edinburgh City Tours #8
Edinburgh City Tours

Discover the beauty and history of Edinburgh like never before with a city tour

4.6 (372 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #9: The Great Tapestry of Scotland #9
The Great Tapestry of Scotland

The Great Tapestry of Scotland is located in a purpose-built five-star visitor centre in Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders, an area rich with history of textile-making. This remarkable tapestry, measuring an astounding 143 meters in length, showcases the rich and vibrant history of Scotland through intricate and stunning needlework. It's a true testament to the artistic and cultural heritage of the nation, inviting us all to delve into Scotland's past.

4.2 (6 reviews)
<City 21> things to do #10: Inchcolm Island #10
Inchcolm Island

Inchcolm Island is an island in the Firth of Forth in Scotland covering an area of nine hectares. A defensive outpost for the nearby city of Edinburgh, the island was the scene of multiple English raids and invasions during the Wars of Scottish Independence. It is now a popular tourist destination where visitors can discover the embattled past of Scotland.

4.8 (16 reviews)

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Edinburgh Pass

  • Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour
  • The Scotch Whisky Experience
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
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