6 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Buchanan Street, Doune Castle, Eyemouth Museum, and other attractions you added. Discover out-of-the-way places like Grassmarket and Walk This Way - Military Surplus Store. Georgian House and The Real Mary King's Close will appeal to history buffs. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Edinburgh: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (in Glasgow), Kinsman-Blake Gallery (in Kelso) and Whynot? (in North Berwick). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Royal Yacht Britannia, stop by Eddie's Seafood Market, take in panoramic vistas at Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, and take a stroll through Edinburgh Old Town.

To find traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Edinburgh road trip planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In September in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.