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From port to present – the living history of Leith

2 September 2026

A walk through Leith reveals how old buildings and vessels have found fresh purpose in this vibrant waterfront area of Edinburgh.
Activities

Explore Edinburgh’s peaceful side this autumn

3 August 2026

Discover serene spaces, quiet moments and gentle seasonal charm across Scotland’s capital this autumn.
Food & Drink

Top ice cream shops in Edinburgh

27 August 2026

Enjoy the taste of summer with a visit to one of Edinburgh's ice cream shops.
Activities

Discover Edinburgh’s year-round festival magic

3 August 2026

Whether you’re a foodie, bookworm, nature-lover or film fanatic, there’s an Edinburgh festival waiting to surprise and delight you in every season…
Attractions

The reopening of the King’s Theatre

16 July 2026

After a major refurbishment, this summer Edinburgh’s much-loved King’s Theatre will reopen its doors and raise the curtain once more.
Activities

Best free things to do in Edinburgh

10 December 2025

From peaceful parks to landmark museums, many of Edinburgh’s finest attractions are free to enjoy.
Things to Do

The ultimate Harry Potter guide to Edinburgh

14 April 2026

Harry Potter is a household name across the globe, but did you know that J. K. Rowling penned some of the world's favourite wizarding stories right here in Edinburgh?…

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A view of the waterfront buildings in The Shore area of Leith reflected in the Water of Leith under a cloudy sky, Edinburgh, Scotland.

From port to present – the living history of Leith

2 September 2026

Alandas Gelataria

Top ice cream shops in Edinburgh

A couple hold hands in front of an historic painting,© National Galleries of Scotland

Explore Edinburgh’s peaceful side this autumn

2 men whirling round, in front of a large crowd of people.

Discover Edinburgh’s year-round festival magic

The ceiling dome of a theatre painted with greek mythology characters,© Silke Tuexen

The reopening of the King’s Theatre

A man sitting in a gallery full of portraits,© National Galleries of Scotland

Best free things to do in Edinburgh

10 December 2025

Discover Edinburgh’s best bookshops

8 September 2026

Red Rose Room, Borthwick Castle

Top haunted hotels in Edinburgh

2 September 2026

Skull and Light

Spooky attractions in Edinburgh

2 September 2026

Greyfrairs Graveyard sunset and fog

Tales from beyond the grave in Edinburgh

2 September 2026

Cold Town Beer Tower

Relax in Edinburgh’s brilliant beer gardens

Leith Shoreline

The perfect summer’s day in Leith

Man and child on unicycle in front of a crowd at Fringe

Edinburgh Festivals

Top tips to make the most of Edinburgh Festival Fringe

two people looking in awe at the interior of the great hall in the gallery,© National Galleries of Scotland

Top arts and theatre must-sees in Edinburgh

The ceiling dome of a theatre painted with greek mythology characters,© Silke Tuexen

The history behind Edinburgh’s theatres

Picture taken from a boat looking towards North Berwick Beach

Reasons to visit

Castles, coast and wildlife – a day trip to North Berwick

Man juggling balls, surrounded by a group of people watching.

Edinburgh Festivals

Edinburgh’s summer festivals

NQ64 Bar

Edinburgh’s coolest and quirkiest bars

Man and Tour Guide Whisky Tasting at the Scotch Whisky Experience

Celebrate Whisky Month in Edinburgh

Pink cherry blossom outside a church building.

Edinburgh’s colourful cherry blossoms

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh’s witches and wizards

Cheese at Valvona and Crolla

Where to shop independently in Edinburgh this Christmas

Record Player at Umbrella Vinyl

Music and vinyl shops in Edinburgh

Beltane Fire Society on steps of the National Monument.

Edinburgh Festivals

Explore Edinburgh’s spring festivals

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