Home | Edinburgh Community Information Directory. Edinburgh travel guide. Edinburgh is a huge city with several district articles containing sightseeing, restaurant, nightlife and accommodation listings — consider printing them all. Holyrood Palace Edinburgh (Gaelic: Dùn Èideann; [1]) is the capital of Scotland located in the Central Belt region of the country. With a population of approximately 450,000 (1 million in the city region), "Auld Reekie" (Edinburgh) manages to combine both ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere. Watched over by the imposing castle, the symbol of the city, Edinburgh combines medieval relics, Georgian grandeur and a powerful layer of modern life with contemporary avant-garde. In Edinburgh, medieval palaces rub shoulders with the best of modern architecture, Gothic churches with amazing museums and galleries. The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh were listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1995.
In a 2009 poll by YouGov, Edinburgh was voted the most desirable city to live in the UK. Districts[edit] Edinburgh's districts. Edinburgh Outdoors. Edinburgh tourist information places to see edinburgh edinburgh tourist attractions edinburgh tourist info. Tourist Information for Attractions in Edinburgh. Edinburgh attractions and sightseeing Information Ghost Walks in Edinburgh Book ghost, mystery & underground city tours, dramatised or realistic, from £7.50.selected from viator.com Edinburgh Hotels Save up to 75% off top Edinburgh Hotels and B&Bs. Reserve now, pay on arrival.selected from laterooms.com Cheap Flights to Edinburgh Search and compare prices on cheap flights to Edinburgh from UK and US destinations.selected from cheapflights.co.uk Edinburgh has more attractions in the City Centre than most people actually manage to visit during their break.
The links below give essential information on all visitor attractions in Edinburgh Centre such as opening times, tickets and entrance fees, directions, contact details, etc: Information on popular Edinburgh attractions Information on attractions near Edinburgh Rosslyn Chapel Information on attractions in Edinburgh City Centre Information on attractions in Edinburgh Old Town Edinburgh Tours and Trips Information on tours of Edinburgh itself. University Heritage Trail WEB.pdf (application/pdf Object) Great Scots. By Rick Steves In Edinburgh I learned "Scotch tape" is called "Sellotape," and when someone stops breathing, rather than "mouth-to-mouth resuscitation," you give them "the kiss of life.
" I was also reminded that Edinburgh is one of the most dynamic cities in Europe — packed with history and fun, and always changing. Though the following sights aren't as famous as the city's castle and fabled Royal Mile, these lesser-known museums and experiences are worth working into your next visit. Everyone visits the imposing Edinburgh Castle which pummels you with history and old stuff. But tucked away on the far side of the hill-capping fortress is the excellent (and generally overlooked) National War Museum of Scotland, which thoughtfully covers four centuries of Scottish military history. Instead of the usual musty, dusty displays of endless armor, this museum offers an interesting mix of short films, uniforms, weapons, medals, mementos, and eloquent excerpts from soldiers' letters. Edinburgh and the Lothians Tourist Information | Visit Scotland. Edinburgh's top tourist attractions, information and what to see.
Edinburgh Attractions - Visitor & Tourist Information. Things to do in Edinburgh – 154 Edinburgh Attractions. Explore Edinburgh's Best Tourist Attractions - Fun, Science and Learning! A day exploring historic houses Edinburgh and the Lothians | Visit Scotland. Edinburgh Attractions: Landmarks/ Historic Sites in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. St Andrews Day in Edinburgh | Visit Scotland. Find out what's on in Edinburgh & The Lothians all year round by using the events listings below. Although the festivals run all year round, the summer months - and August in particular - are when festival fever reaches its height. August festivals The Edinburgh International Festival, founded in 1947, is the official centrepiece of Edinburgh’s festivals.
Running for four weeks, this performing arts festival has world-class displays of theatre, dance and music. Why not play the Suggest My Fest app via the Festival Facebook page to help you choose what you'd like to see at the EIF? The Edinburgh Festival Fringe runs alongside the International Festival. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is another August must-see. Another August festival is the Edinburgh International Book Festival, staged in the elegant surroundings of the city centre's Charlotte Square.
Film, science and storytelling There are also festivals spread throughout the year. East Lothian festivals. News - Media Resources - Edinburgh World Heritage Site. Edinburgh Top 5 recommended WHS for TripAdvisor customers The spectacular Old and New Towns of Edinburgh have been named the 5th most recommended World Heritage Site to visit by TripAdvisor travellers. The travel website has conducted the research over two years in partnership with UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre to raise awareness of and gain travellers' support to preserve natural and cultural sites inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list. Adam Wilkinson, Director of Edinburgh World Heritage said: "This is fantastic news and proves that the Old and New Towns are a unique must-see destination.
To be voted the fifth most recommended out of 789 sites is great, but the fact that this is the opinion of visitors makes it all the more important “We know that tourists consistently mention Edinburgh's built heritage as a primary reason for visiting, and once here they find the architecture and sense of history the most impressive aspects of the city. Top Ten most recommended sites: EdinburghSeasons. National War Museum. National Museums Scotland. Welcome to Edinburgh Zoo. History Walks. The Real Mary King's Close. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh - Home. Go TV in Edinburgh: City of ghosts, a great coast and spectacular kilts.
We arrived in Edinburgh for this episode of CNNGo TV in the most festive month of the year. But the Scottish capital has a lot to offer year-round. We discovered the world's largest indoor climbing arena, ghastly night tours and several literary treasures on our tour of the city. City of the Dead Tours Not for the faint-hearted.Edinburgh's underground city is no secret. But when locals want to go to the dark side, they head for the bars and clubs hidden inside the arches of the 18th-century South Bridge. Not all of the vaults are developed -- and these remain the haunt of ghosts and ghost hunters. City of the Dead is one of several tour operators intent on terrifying those who dare to go beneath street level. www.cityofthedeadtours.com More on CNN: The rise of 'secret tourism' Edinburgh International Climbing Arena World's largest playground for climbers.It's a wonder how something so big can be so little known outside the Scottish capital. www.eica-ratho.com Inchcolm Island 21st Century Kilts.
Masked balls and murder as Edinburgh celebrates Festival of Museums 2012 - News centre. Published Wednesday 16 May 2012 An Edwardian murder mystery, a Venetian Masked Ball, an 18th century extravaganza and an Enchanted Garden - Edinburgh Museums & Galleries are marking Festival of Museums 2012 in style this weekend. Following the overwhelming success of last year's celebrations, Council venues will again play host to a variety of exciting events which form part of a Europe-wide celebration of museums. Lauriston Castle - Edinburgh's answer to Downton Abbey - is hosting a sell-out murder mystery event called 'Death over Dinner' on Friday 18 May, and a Summer Venetian Masked Ball the following evening, with music from students of the City of Edinburgh Music School.
These events are part of a programme of over 90 day and night activities taking place across Scotland as part of Festival of Museums. Lynne Halfpenny, Head of Culture & Sport, said: "Our museums are a real treasure trove devoted to celebrating Edinburgh's intriguing history. Mary Queen of Scots showcase revealed by National Museum of Scotland. RARE treasures linked to Mary Queen of Scots are to be brought together for the first time for the biggest ever celebration of her life and legacy. The National Museum of Scotland, in Edinburgh, will be showcasing rarely seen jewellery, portraits, documents and other personal possessions in a one-off exhibition which will only be staged in the capital, in the summer of 2013.
Curators are also promising it will shed new light on one of the most enigmatic figures in Scottish history. George Dalgleish, keeper of Scottish history and archaeology at the museum, said: “I know that this will prove a hugely popular exhibition as there is a continuing fascination with her life story which has over decades been the subject of many books, plays and films. “Drawing together surviving relics intimately connected with Mary Stewart and wider Renaissance material from public and private collections, the exhibition will tell the incredible story of the sovereign and the woman.” Edinburgh Attractions. Union Canal. Edinburgh Attractions.