7 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Visiting Arthur's Seat and Coldingham Sands will get you outdoors. Your inner history buff will appreciate Edinburgh Castle and National Wallace Monument. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Edinburgh: Cragside House and Gardens (in Rothbury), Rosslyn Chapel (in Roslin) and Doune Castle (in Doune). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Bamburgh Castle, steep yourself in history at Georgian House, make a trip to Palace of Holyroodhouse, and stroll around Holyrood Park.

To see traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Edinburgh trip planner.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In July, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.