11 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Visiting St Aiden Beach and Elie Beach will get you outdoors. Visit Ross Back Sands Beach and Portobello Beach for some beach relaxation. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Edinburgh: Coldingham Sands (in Coldingham), Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (in Glasgow) and Pease Bay (in Cockburnspath). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, wander the streets of Edinburgh Old Town, and steep yourself in history at The Real Mary King's Close.

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If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in July, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can travel back home.