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3-Day Adventure in Edinburgh: Explore the Royal Mile, Museums, and Stunning Landmarks

Elita

28 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Edinburgh, where you'll discover the iconic Royal Mile, visit fascinating museums, and marvel at breathtaking landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Edinburgh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$85

·

$ 3

Royal Mile Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Edinburgh Castle

An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Makars Gourmet Mash Bar

A beautiful mash of great food, drink and atmosphere

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$23

2 - 3 min

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National Galleries of Scotland: National

National collection including European masterpieces & Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Holyrood Park

Parkland around the slopes & crags of Arthur's Seat, with walking & cycling paths & a loch.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Cafe at the Palace

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 2

+

$78

·

$ 3

Cafe Vivo

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

1 - 2 min

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Museum of Edinburgh

Reproductions of the city's social and industrial history in a cluster of fine historic buildings.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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St Giles' Cathedral

Grand, Gothic medieval building & Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Scott Monument

Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$6

4 - 6 min

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Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Cocktail Bar

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

2 - 3 min

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National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

Scots history & celebrity portraits in a grand, red-stone Victorian gallery with a shop & cafe.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Dean Village

Bucolic village abutting a tranquil stream, with gardens, 19th-century buildings & a museum.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Braw

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$29

Day 3

+

$26

·

$ 3

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$13

6 - 9 min

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Nelson Monument

Towering monument to commemorate Nelson's victory at Trafalgar, designed by architect Robert Burn.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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National Museum of Scotland

Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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The Boozy Cow

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Princes Street Gardens

Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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National Galleries of Scotland: Modern One

Modern art collection from Miro to Hockney, alongside new exhibitions, sculpture park and cafe.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $195 In total

Activities & Food:$188

Transport:$7