12 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Take a break from the city and head to Arthur's Seat and The Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Bring the kids along to Edinburgh Castle and Calton Hill. Get out of town with these interesting Edinburgh side-trips: Argaty Red Kites (in Doune), Bamburgh (Ross Back Sands Beach & St Aiden Beach) and Glasgow Tigers Speedway (in Glasgow). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile, take in panoramic vistas at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, and identify plant and animal life at Phoenix Falconry.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh trip itinerary maker site.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In August in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.