5 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore National Museum of Scotland and Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. Get outdoors at Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Edinburgh: Glasgow (Buchanan Street & Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum). And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, steep yourself in history at Palace of Holyroodhouse, browse the exhibits of Royal Yacht Britannia, and make a trip to The Royal Mile.

To see traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Edinburgh visit planner.

Expect a daytime high around 9°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can travel back home.