Travel to Edinburgh

Scotland's capital has much to interest tourists. Firstly, there's its enchanting location among dormant volcanic terrain and the beautiful Scottish countryside. There's also its interesting architecture and historical sites. There are plenty of things to see in Edinburgh from museums and castles to bars and festivals. More on Edinburgh tourist attractions here.

Edinburgh Hotels

Edinburgh hotels vary in size and prices. Some older hotels may have rather small rooms, but charge less than their modern counterparts. You can search online for the type of hotel you wish to stay in. Click here for good prices on Edinburgh hotel rooms.

There's no shortage of hotels in Edinburgh, and they are located throughout the city. Some are near the attractions, while others are a little more distant. There are also several located near the airport. Choose a hotel in Edinburgh at the price and location that suits you here.

Highlights

• Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano, holds amazing views of the area and is one of Edinburgh's key attractions.
• The city has some great museums such as the Museum of Scotland, Writers’ Museum, and the Museum of Childhood where visitors can learn about the country's past.
• Tourists can find out about the history of tartan at the Tartan Weaving Mill in the Royal Mile, where there is also opportunity to buy a kilt.
• Edinburgh Castle, one of the most famous landmarks in the city and in Scotland, shouldn't be missed.
• Enjoy a guided tour and some whisky tasting at the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre. Visitors can learn all about how the famous drink is made.
• Edinburgh Royal Observatory Visitor Centre offers patrons a chance to learn about astronomy.

Day trips by hire car

Driving around Scotland is definitely worthwhile if you have a hire car. Several major car hire companies are available in Edinburgh and can be booked in advance. To reserve an Edinburgh hire car, click here.

Leith is one city outside of Edinburgh that is an easy drive by hire car. It is a charming working-class port town that has served Edinburgh as long as ships have been sailing up the Firth of Forth. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is located here and quite the popular stop for tourists. A trip by hire car to Lauriston Castle is also a popular destination, with its beautiful 30 acre grounds, plush interior, and 16th century tower house.

Alternatively, you can drive by hire car to Stirling, an historically important centre, is where the monument commemorating William Wallace is located. Stirling Castle is also here and has a fine view of the city from its well preserved ramparts and adjacent cobbled old town. Good deals on hire cars for Edinburgh here.