15 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Bamburgh Castle and Holyrood Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Edinburgh: St. Andrews (St Andrews Castle, St Andrews Cathedral, & more), Glasgow (Glasgow Cathedral, The Necropolis, & more) and Glamis Castle (in Glamis). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Cragside House and Gardens, pause for some photo ops at Scott Monument, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and step off the mainland to explore Farne Islands.

To find where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Edinburgh sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. September in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 62°F and lows of 47°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.