3 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Discover out-of-the-way places like Holyrood Park and Rosslyn Chapel. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Edinburgh: The Kelpies & The Helix (in Falkirk) and National Wallace Monument (in Stirling). There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, and explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat.

For ratings, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Edinburgh tour itinerary planning tool.

In June, daytime highs in Edinburgh are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.