Top Things To Do in Edinburgh

Google Images- The mighty Castle

Edinburgh Castle- It's the city's main attraction! Admission costs £16 for an adult (£12.80 for unemployed) but you can still get great photo ops from the entrance. The castle itself though is definitely worth a visit if you have the budget and time. The entrance is at the top of the Royal Mile, easily signposted and hard to miss (just look for the nice house on a big rock)

Google Images, Holyrood Palace

Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile- Walking the Royal Mile is a MUST, it covers the majority of the places of history in Edinburgh including Holyrood Palace (admission £11.30). At the top end of the Mile is Camera Obscura, a great attraction for all ages (£12.95). http://www.royal-mile.com/placesofinterest.html shows all the places of interest on the Royal Mile.

Arthurs Seat

Arthur's Seat- In easy walking distance from the centre of town, it provides the best views in the city!

Whiskey Experience- Near the top of the Royal Mile, tells you the history of whiskey making and includes tasters, tours from £13 (cheap enough for the tasters!)

The Monument- The most poignant figure on Princes Street, and you can now climb the steps to the top!

Google Images, penguin parade

Edinburgh Zoo- Home to Britain's only pandas and koalas! Also holds a penguin parade throughout the day, such a great day out! £16.50 admission and to get there hop on the 12, 26 or 31 bus heading South/ West.

National Gallery- Princes Street is also home to the Scottish National Gallery, showcasing some magical pieces of art and the works of famous Scottish artists. Admission free, yippee!

Google Images- Nat Gallery

These are my personal top 7 but theres also the Dungeons, Real Mary Kings Close and the city bus tours which are all equally as good, showing you the best of what Edinburgh has to offer!

Don't forget to try haggis!