15 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bamburgh Castle and Cragside House and Gardens. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Edinburgh: Glasgow (Glasgow Cathedral, The Necropolis, &more), Glamis Castle (in Glamis) and St. Andrews (St Andrews Castle, St Andrews Cathedral, &more). There's still lots to do: walk around Holyrood Park, learn about winemaking at Cairn O'Mohr Fruit Wines, pause for some photo ops at National Wallace Monument, and see the interesting displays at Grace Darling Museum.

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read Edinburgh tour itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can travel back home.