3 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Edinburgh Castle and National Museum of Scotland. Popular historic sites such as Edinburgh Old Town and The Real Mary King's Close are in your itinerary. And it doesn't end there: step aboard Royal Yacht Britannia, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Giles' Cathedral, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Scotch Whisky Experience, and enjoy breathtaking views from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh tour itinerary builder site.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in July, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.