Exploring Edinburgh: A 6-Day Adventure

Elizabeth Lehinger

9 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through the enchanting city of Edinburgh. Discover mind-bending illusions at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Palace of Holyroodhouse, and experience the natural beauty of Holyrood Park. Uncover the rich history at the National Museum of Scotland, relax in the picturesque Princes Street Gardens, and marvel at the majestic Edinburgh Castle. Get ready for an unforgettable solo adventure!

Trip to Edinburgh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$75

$ 19

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

$100

$ 19

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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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$100

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

$ 19

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 4

$ 19

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 5

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

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

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

$125

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

Directions

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

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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$125

Warmly decorated rooms in a polished hotel featuring a contemporary restaurant/bar & a gym.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $373 In total

Activities & Food:$300

Transport:$73