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Itineraries and ideas

Enjoy an exciting break in Edinburgh and the Lothians by using one of these handy itineraries which will help you plan a trip round many of the area’s exciting attractions.

the Tyrannosaurus Rex in the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

the National Museum of Scotland

People sitting in groups on the grass at Princes Street Gardens with the Ross Bandstand and Castle in the background

relax in Princes Street Gardens

children on the zip wire at Beecraigs Country Park, near Linlithgow

children on the zip wire at Beecraigs Country park

interior at Rosslyn Chapel

interior at Rosslyn Chapel

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Whether you fancy a day of castles or historic houses, want to visit Edinburgh or the Lothians, don’t mind the cost or want a free day, we have the perfect itinerary to give you the perfect break.

Edinburgh’s Royal attractions in one day

Spend a day exploring Edinburgh and Scotland’s Royal connections with this handy itinerary covering three of the city’s Royal attractions.

looking over Princes Street and Princes Street Gardens west to Edinburgh Castle

Mary Queen of Scots Trail - Edinburgh and the Lothians

Mary Queen of Scots is the most famous, most intriguing and most studied of all Scottish monarchs. Born in 1542, her short life was marred by love, betrayal and murder.

Tantallon Castle and Bass Rock, East Lothian

A day shopping in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Enjoy a fabulous day of shopping in Edinburgh and the Lothians whether you’re after authentic Scottish wares, clothes, accessories or local produce.

the exterior of Edinburgh's Harvey Nichols store, Saint Andrews Square

A day exploring museums and galleries in Edinburgh

Spend a day exploring some of Edinburgh’s fascinating museums and galleries which tell stories of great writers, artists and poets from both Scotland and around the world.

Scott Monument and Edinburgh Castle at dusk

48 hours in Edinburgh

Get the most out of your weekend city break in Edinburgh with our suggested itinerary, packed full of attraction ideas for a whirlwind 48 hours.

Royal Botnaic Garden Edinburgh

A day in the Lothians

Spend a day in the Lothians discovering the history of aviation and admiring Concorde, watching hundreds of beautiful birds and exploring a country park.

looking through the trees across the loch to the substanital ruins of Linlithgow Palace, West Lothian

72 Hours in Edinburgh

Be sure to make the most of your trip to Edinburgh with this suggested 72 hour itinerary covering some of the city’s most visited attractions.

Scottish Parliament lit up at night

A day exploring Edinburgh’s free attractions

Spend a day exploring Edinburgh with this helpful introduction to the city’s many free attractions.

the Tyrannosaurus Rex in the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

A great family day out in Edinburgh

Make sure you are all up and ready to go nice and early so you can visit all of these fantastic attractions in one day and you’ll be guaranteed a fantastically fun, action packed, family day out.

Modern Art Gallery

A day exploring historic houses in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Enjoy a day exploring historic houses in Edinburgh and the Lothians and you could see the Scottish Crown Jewels, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, a 14th century castle, or the famous Rosslyn Chapel.

looking through the trees across the loch to the substanital ruins of Linlithgow Palace, West Lothian

Two days of local crafts - Edinburgh and the Lothians

Spend two days finding out about the local crafts and industries in Edinburgh and the Lothians from whisky to tartan.

Looking up Victoria Street which is lit up at dusk

A day exploring the castles of Edinburgh and the Lothians

Scotland is renowned for its many castles and palaces, rich in history from days gone by. Why not take a day to explore Edinburgh and the Lothians’ many fascinating castles and take away the stories of history for yourself?

Tantallon Castle and Bass Rock, East Lothian

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