4 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Edinburgh Castle and St Giles' Cathedral. Royal Yacht Britannia and Real Mary King's Close are good opportunities to explore the local culture. When in Edinburgh, make a side trip to see Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow, approximately 1h 45 min away. Next up on the itinerary: learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat.

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If you are flying in from Switzerland, the closest major airports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. April in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.