4 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, nature, nightlife, and childrens museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and engage your brain at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions.

To see maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Edinburgh day trip planner.

If you are flying in from Netherlands, the closest major airports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Expect a daytime high around 9°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can travel back home.