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5 Days in Edinburgh: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Pizza

Chhaya Kaurani

14 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the historic streets of Edinburgh. Discover hidden gems, marvel at stunning architecture, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Join me as I explore the city's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture.

Trip to Edinburgh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Angels, Cathedrals, and Hidden Secrets

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$199

Angels with Bagpipes

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Directions

St Giles' Cathedral

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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Directions

The Real Mary King's Close

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$56

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Hendersons Holyrood

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$69

Holyrood Park

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Portobello Beach

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Tea, Palaces, and Panoramic Views

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$165

Clarinda's Tea Room

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$33

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Palace of Holyroodhouse

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

19 - 28 min

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Directions

Calton Hill

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Albanach

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$57

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Royal Mile

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

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

National Museum of Scotland

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

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Coffee, Whisky, and Artistic Wonders

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$210

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$ 7

Royal Mile Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$39

1 - 2 min

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Directions

The Scotch Whisky Experience

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$75

4 - 5 min

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Directions

National Galleries of Scotland: National

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

The Magnum

A hidden gem. Modern Scottish food, locally sourced and handled with love.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$39

4 - 5 min

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Directions

National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

The Royal Yacht Britannia

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$56

Day 4Gardens, Castles, and Optical Illusions

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$252

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$ 7

Coffee Angel

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

8 - 10 min

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Directions

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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Directions

Amber Restaurant

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

4 - 5 min

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Edinburgh Castle

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$94

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

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

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 5Sea Creatures, Wildlife, and Pizza Delights

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$262

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$ 28

Down the Hatch

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

16 - 20 min

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Directions

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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$56

29 - 35 min

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Edinburgh Zoo

Large parkland zoo offering keeper talks, hands-on animal encounters and free hilltop safari rides.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$68

13 - 16 min

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Directions

PizzaExpress

A sociable pizzeria, serving lovingly handcrafted, delicious Italian pizza and more… Since we began, our pizzaiolos have been pioneers in crafting your favourite pizza with passion and pride at our restaurants. We believe in great food and good times. It’s been the same since 1965.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$57

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Dean Village

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Rosslyn Chapel

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

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$45

Budget breakdown: $1128 In total

Activities & Food:$1087

Transport:$41