Edinburgh

About Edinburgh
2-3 Days

2-3 Days

The capital of Scotland is built over valleys and hills on the Firth of Forth’s bay southern shore, and it’s the 2^nd most visited destination in the UK after London.

The diverse and vibrant city has a small historic center, a Medieval Old Town, built on the Castle Rock overlooking the landscapes of the city and its surroundings.

North of the old town past the Princes Street Gardens lies an 18^th – 19^th centuries Georgian Neoclassical New Town with impressive architecture, magnificent network of winding streets, parks and gardens, shopping opportunities, great restaurants, and pubs.

Edinburgh is home to magnificent attractions of all kinds. From the impressive Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, the Queens Palace of Holyroodhouse, and the Cathedral of St. Giles, to the National Museum of Scotland, and the Scottish National Galleries.
Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, climb to Arthur’s Seat, and stroll through Calton Hill to the National Monument while enjoying beautiful landscapes.

With children, be sure to visit the Edinburgh Zoo and its two giant Pandas, the Edinburgh Dungeon with its interactive thrilling experiences, the Dynamic Earth interactive adventure exploring the story of planet Earth, and much more

If you are visiting Edinburgh in August enjoy the 3 weeks famous and the world’s largest Edinburgh International Art Festival, and the Fringe Festival, taking place in dozens of churches and other halls across the city.

Being on the southern shores of the Firth of Forth’s bay, the city has 14 km of coastline, several recreation beaches, and numerous sea sport centers.

Traveling with children, start a day at the Edinburgh Zoo then drive west 26 km to Bo’ness for a heritage, Steam Train ride.

Walk the streets around Princes Street and George Street, the main shopping area in the city center, home to upmarket shops, the Waverley Mall near Waverley station, and Multrees Walk, adjacent to the St. James Center, all offering great shopping opportunities.

Edinburgh has a mild climate best for visits from May through to September.

Thetjoy.com recommends spending 2-3 days visiting Edinburgh and to consider making the city your base in traveling Scotland.
It is also recommended to consider 1-3 days trips exploring and enjoying the country;