27 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Visiting Arthur's Seat and The Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Edinburgh: Glasgow (Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove Park, &more), Falkirk Wheel (in Falkirk) and Snow Factor (in Renfrew). There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, take in panoramic vistas at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close, and learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Edinburgh trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Pakistan, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In October, daytime highs in Edinburgh are 15°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can travel back home.