5 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 The Glenturret Distillery and The Necropolis. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Glasgow West End and Cairn O'Mohr Fruit Wines. Change things up with these side-trips from Edinburgh: Bamburgh (Bamburgh Castle & Bamburgh Beach), Rosslyn Chapel (in Roslin) and Cocklawburn Beach (in Berwick upon Tweed). And it doesn't end there: tee off at St Andrews Links, step into the grandiose world of Doune Castle, stop by Edinburgh Old Town, and admire the landmark architecture of Cragside House and Gardens.

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In December in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can travel back home.