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 Georgian House and Grassmarket. The Real Mary King's Close and Edinburgh Old Town 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 Walk This Way - Military Surplus Store (in Coldstream). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Royal Yacht Britannia, stop by Cranachan & Crowdie, enjoy breathtaking views from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, and don't miss a visit to The Royal Mile.

To find maps, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Edinburgh travel route planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in September, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can travel back home.