8 days in Edinburgh Itinerary

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle and Bamburgh Castle. Shop till you drop at House for an Art Lover and R Carter & Sons. Get out of town with these interesting Edinburgh side-trips: The Glasgow School of Art (in Glasgow), Swallow Fish (in Seahouses) and Rosslyn Chapel (in Roslin). There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Cragside House and Gardens, explore the world behind art at Urbane Art Gallery, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and stop by Celtic Craft Centre.

To see maps, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh driving holiday planner.

If you are flying in from South Korea, the closest major aiports are Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport and Glasgow Prestwick Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.