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Edinburgh attractions & tourist information
Find places to visit and things to do in Edinburgh with these visitor guides.
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A Guide to the Top Historic Tourist Attractions in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of the world’s top-rated tourist destinations and each year over 4 million people flood into the city to explore historic attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and St. Giles Cathedral. Discover the stories behind the top historic attractions in Edinburgh with this article which delves into the beginnings of the city as Scotland’s capital and its transformation into a world-leading tourist hotspot.
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A Guide to the Water of Leith Visitor Centre in Edinburgh
Tag: Trails & RoutesThe walkway from the visitor centre on Lanark Road follows the Water of Leith to the disused train station at Colinton. Along the way, visitors will pass Hailes Halt and Colinton Parish Church among many other historic landmarks. Discover this beautiful part of the Water of Leith in this comprehensive guide which includes an overview and visiting advice.
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A Visitor’s Guide to the Scottish Parliament Building
The Scottish Parliament Building is situated opposite Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh. It is the seat of the Scottish Government and is open daily for guided tours. The building is a triumph of design but it has drawn a great deal of criticism over its cost which was more than ten times over the original budget. Learn this story of this fascinating building and find out how you can visit it in this complete guide.
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Beyond the City Limits: The Best Things to Do Near Edinburgh
As one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Edinburgh is a top destination for tourists from around the world. The city centre is a treasure trove of attractions, but many visitors don’t realize there are just as many sights and experiences to be found outside of the city limits. A collection of amazing things to do near Edinburgh are waiting to be discovered in this article, all of which are within a few miles of the city bypass.
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Complete Guide to the 21 Best Free Things to Do in Edinburgh
Visiting Scotland’s tourist attractions can be an expensive business, especially for those visitors travelling with a family. In this article you will discover a list of completely free-to-visit attractions in Edinburgh that are suitable for all ages, including historic buildings, art galleries, museums and public parks.
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Discover Edinburgh’s Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Tag: Family AttractionsCamera Obscura and World of Illusions – located near Edinburgh Castle – is one of the oldest purpose-built attractions in Scotland. Visitors can experience six floors of interactive displays with exhibits that showcase optical illusions including holograms, a mirror maze and a spinning vortex tunnel.
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Discover the Fascinating History of Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh has a fascinating history dating back over a thousand years. In this article, you’ll discover the story behind how the city was founded and why it eventually became one of the world’s most-visited tourist destinations.
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Edinburgh City Centre: A Guide to the 10 Best Things to Do
Edinburgh is regarded as one of the top tourist destinations in Britain, second only to London for the number of attractions within it. As wonderful as places like the Botanic Gardens and the Royal Yacht Britannia are, they’re a little further away from the city centre than many tourists have time for. With that thought in mind, in this article you’ll discover things to do in Edinburgh city centre that are both easy to find and easy to walk to.
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Edinburgh Hogmanay Torchlight Procession: A Visitor’s Guide
Tag: Festivals & EventsEdinburgh’s Hogmanay torchlight procession is a fiery spectacle in Edinburgh where over 20,000 torch-bearers carry burning candles through the city centre to celebrate the coming new year. The procession ends in Holyrood Park where music is staged alongside a fireworks display. Discover this popular Edinburgh event with this complete visitor guide.
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Edinburgh Travel Information – Essential Advice for Visitors
Edinburgh is the compact and hilly capital city of Scotland that offers a vast and varied range of activities that the whole family will enjoy. Discover how to travel to and around the city with this concise guide.
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How to Discover the Hidden Gem of Edinburgh’s Union Canal
Tag: Lochs & RiversThe Union Canal in Edinburgh opened in 1822 and was originally built to transport coal from Falkirk to the capital city, but it is now mainly used by leisure craft. The footpath and cycleway that runs alongside the Union Canal joins the Water of Leith. It is part of the Sustrans route 75 which ends in Gourock, 30 miles west of Glasgow.
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How to Enjoy a Perfect Escape at Edinburgh’s Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel is a historic building situated in the heart of Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. The luxury hotel is located next to Waverley train station and was built in 1902 by the North British Railway Company. Today, it is a popular landmark that attracts visitors to its superb restaurants and bars.
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