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4 Days in Edinburgh: A Journey Through History and Whisky

Juan Francisco Dávila

Juan Francisco Dávila

17 Oct 2023

Experience the best of Edinburgh in 4 days! Explore historic landmarks, beautiful gardens, and indulge in delicious food. Don't miss the chance to visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle and enjoy a taste of Scotland with a visit to The Scotch Whisky Experience.

Trip to Edinburgh

Day 1
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$123

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$ 10

Down the Hatch
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
15 - 18 min

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Deep Sea World
Sea life aquarium with seal enclosure and shark tank with 112-metre walk-through acrylic tunnel.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
29 - 35 min

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Princes Street Gardens
Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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St Giles' Cathedral
Grand, Gothic medieval building & Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Angels with Bagpipes
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 2
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$130

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$ 10

Hendersons Holyrood
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$22
10 - 12 min

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Holyrood Park
Parkland around the slopes & crags of Arthur's Seat, with walking & cycling paths & a loch.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Palace of Holyroodhouse
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques & relics.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50
3 - 4 min

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Cafe at the Palace
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$58
Day 3
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$128

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$ 5

Bobby's Sandwich Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
2 - 3 min

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National Museum of Scotland
Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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The Scotch Whisky Experience
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$50
8 - 10 min

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Dean Village
Bucolic village abutting a tranquil stream, with gardens, 19th-century buildings & a museum.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Braw
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 4
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$168

Royal Mile Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
2 - 3 min

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Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Long-standing tower with 5 floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
5 - 8 min

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Edinburgh Castle
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$63
4 - 5 min

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Petit Paris
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$44

Budget breakdown: $572 In total

Activities & Food:$549
Transport:$23