2 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): take a stroll through Edinburgh Old Town, get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, and then step into the grandiose world of Palace of Holyroodhouse. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Royal Yacht Britannia, explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, and then get to know the fascinating history of The Royal Mile.

To find other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Edinburgh tour planner.

Galway, Ireland to Edinburgh is an approximately 7-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and flight. Traveling from Galway in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 9°C in Edinburgh. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.