10 Days in Edinburgh: A Journey Through History and Delightful Cuisine

Carmen Valencia

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, where you'll discover ancient marvels and indulge in delightful cuisine. From exploring historic landmarks to savoring authentic pizza, this itinerary has it all.

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Day 1Unveiling Natural Wonders and Beach Bliss

$144

$ 10

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Traditional seaside pursuits on the prom with sandy stretches of beach overlooking the Forth.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 2Conquering Peaks and Exploring Royal Residences

$196

$ 5

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

Mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced, plus panoramic city & Firth of Forth views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques & relics.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

19 - 28 min

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Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Howies Waterloo at the foot of Calton Hill. Informal. Set prices. Seasonal Scottish food. Lunch 2 courses £8.95 Al fresco dining, full wedding license, open 7 days a week. Booking at peak times a must.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$74

4 - 6 min

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Nando's is home to the legendary flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken Enjoy PERi-PERi in our restaurants, using our grocery products or with Nando's delivery

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 3Botanical Beauty and Culinary Delights

$198

$ 14

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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Our menu is made up of tasty Italian dishes from pizza, pasta and risotto to salads and indulgent desserts but always with a twist – like a classic Carbonara with a chorizo crumb or a traditional garlic bread with mozzarella & ‘Nduja sausage...

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

8 - 11 min

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wagamama ocean terminal is the perfect place to stop off after a visit to the hms britannia or shopping up a storm

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 4Unraveling Dark Secrets and Cultural Treasures

$205

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Walking tours through the maze of hidden streets below the city, with tales by costumed guides.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

6 - 9 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$74

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 5Strolling the Royal Mile and Discovering Hidden Gems

$153

$ 14

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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Buzzing street linking Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, lined with quaint eateries & shops.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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1.5-mile-long red railway bridge, opened in 1890 & crossing the Forth estuary.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

2 - 3 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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centrally located in one of the most prestigious locations in Edinburgh New town is wagamama St Andrew Square. Nestled within the hub of Edinburgh’s financial world and a stones throw away from Edinburgh Waverley station. St Andrew Square wagamama is fast becoming the place to be...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 6Immersing in Thrilling Tales and Underwater Wonders

$228

$ 14

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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A 70-minute tour through 1,000 years of Scottish history via underground rides & live shows.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

36 - 44 min

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Sea life aquarium with seal enclosure and shark tank with 112-metre walk-through acrylic tunnel.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

15 - 18 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 7Admiring Artistic Masterpieces and Optical Illusions

$182

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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National Galleries of Scotland: National

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Long-standing tower with 5 floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$38

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

3 - 4 min

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Oink specialises in delicious Scottish hog roast rolls and offers a very different food concept for the capital.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 8Enjoying Pristine Gardens and Castle Majesty

$199

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$63

4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$68

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Day 9Appreciating Portraits and Whisky Tastings

$218

$ 14

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 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.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

21 - 26 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$66

4 - 6 min

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Intricately carved chapel built in 1446, featured in The Da Vinci Code movie, with history talks.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

8 - 10 min

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Frankie & Benny’s serves up the best of New York Italian cuisine to offer you big flavours and massive choice. Whether you fancy a juicy chicken burger or an Italian classic, we’ve got something for everyone!...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$72

Day 10Exploring Modern Art and Wildlife Encounters

$187

$ 23

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh - Formerly Jurys Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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