4 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Get some historical perspective at Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse. Head to Urbane Art Gallery and Doodlesfor plenty of shopping. There's much more to do: learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, look for gifts at Kinloch Anderson, contemplate the long history of The Real Mary King's Close, and don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh tour itinerary site.

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in October, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.