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

David Marin

10 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, exploring its rich history and indulging in delicious cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a memorable journey through the heart of the city.

Trip to Edinburgh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$82

$ 10

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$46

3 - 4 min

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MUMS Great Comfort Food from the creators of Monster Mash Cafe now we have something better, something fresher and still serving top nosh at half the cost.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 2

$126

$ 5

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

Day 3

$123

$ 5

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 21 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$26

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 4

$68

$ 10

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

Directions

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

6 - 8 min

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Gothic, 19th-century Episcopal cathedral that towers over the city and offers daily choral services.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

3 - 4 min

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Homemade, seasonal good food, to dine in or take out. Great coffee and homebaking.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$44

Day 5

$58

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

4 - 5 min

Directions

A beautiful mash of great food, drink and atmosphere

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

4 - 5 min

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We're all about fresh, flavoursome, authentic Japanese food. Sushi is what we're known for. But we also have a mouth-watering range of hot street food available - from traditional classics to innovative fusion dishes. All packed with rich, aromatic flavours and all-natural ingredients.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 6

$130

$ 10

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$46

2 - 3 min

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Award winning gourmet burger restaurant situated on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$46

Day 7

$80

$ 10

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

4 - 5 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$42

Day 8

$123

$ 5

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

12 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 9

$70

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Baking hearty tatties in Edinburgh since 1983, The Baked Potato Shop is renowned throughout the world for its huge potato sizes and commitment to serving fresh vegan/vegetarian fare.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$50

2 - 3 min

Directions