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Things To Do

A bustling and vibrant city, steeped in history and host to a variety of colourful festivals throughout the year, there is no shortage of things to do in Edinburgh. Read on to discover what this fantastic city has to offer, come rain or shine.

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The Vennel looking towards the Castle

Castles and Historical Places

Make sure you check out these top castles and monuments when you’re in the city.
Castle Terrace Market

Markets

Edinburgh markets feature all year round in Scotland’s capital city.
St James Quarter, external shot with people sitting relaxing outside of the mall.

Shopping

Luxury brands, high street stores and beautiful boutiques, we have it covered. Shopping in Edinburgh is a fantastic experience catering to all tastes, styles and budgets.
Modern Art Gallery

Arts and Culture

Explore the many art galleries in Edinburgh for a great day out.
Rooftop view of Edinburgh Castle from the West end

Night-time activities

Edinburgh’s nightlife sparkles with a full schedule of things to see and do as the clock approaches midnight – and beyond.
National Museum of Scotland

Museums

Edinburgh is full of fascinating museums that cover every area of interest that you could possibly imagine.
Stramash Live Music

Live Music

Next time you’re looking for some live music entertainment, be sure to check out Edinburgh.
Dynamic Earth exterior summer time view over to crags

Itineraries

Our handy itineraries will make sure that you get the most out of Edinburgh.
Lantern-Led tours, Real Mary Kings Close

Tours

Edinburgh offers a fantastic range of tours to acquaint, educate, entertain and terrorise, all in equal measures.
Leith Shore

Hidden Gems

Our hidden gems reveal Edinburgh’s best spots to eat, drink, shop and visit.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street

Top Attractions

From museums with world-renowned collections, to tours exploring the city’s ancient past, there’s a wealth of attractions for all the family to enjoy in Edinburgh.
A tour with the a guide from The Scottish Tourist Guides Association

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