5 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Gilmerton Cove and Cragside House and Gardens will appeal to history buffs. Get a sense of the local culture at Paxton House and Rosslyn Chapel. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Edinburgh: Bamburgh (Bamburgh Castle & Grace Darling Museum), Discovery Point (in Dundee) and St Andrews Links (in St. Andrews). The adventure continues: head off the coast to Farne Islands, explore the world behind art at Scottish National Portrait Gallery, and stroll around Holyrood Park.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In May, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach °F, while at night they dip to °F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.