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

Theodora Mosialou

16 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the historic streets of Edinburgh and savor the flavors of Scottish cuisine. From majestic castles to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city's rich heritage and culinary delights.

Trip to Edinburgh

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tea, Parliament, and Royalty

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$60

Clarinda's Tea Room

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

1 - 2 min

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Scottish Parliament Building

Curves and angles line this bold modern building with oak and granite interior, plus guided tours.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Palace of Holyroodhouse

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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Cafe at the Palace

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$23

Day 2Monuments, Mysteries, and Heavenly Bites

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$68

The Scottish Cafe & Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

4 - 6 min

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Scott Monument

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

8 - 11 min

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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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$19

2 - 3 min

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St Giles' Cathedral

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Angels with Bagpipes

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$19

Day 3Milk, Maritime Majesty, and Sushi Sensations

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$45

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$ 3

Milk

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$13

12 - 17 min

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The Royal Yacht Britannia

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

21 - 26 min

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National War Museum

Edinburgh Castle's exhibition tracing Scotland's military history from 17th-century to present day.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Kanpai Sushi

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Day 4Squares, Art, and Cocktails with a View

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$24

The Square

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

1 - 2 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Harvey Nichols Forth Floor Cocktail Bar

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Cafes, Castles, and Scrumptious Sandwiches

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$63

Royal Mile Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$31

9 - 14 min

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Bobby's Sandwich Bar

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$19

2 - 3 min

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National Museum of Scotland

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Italian Delights, Artistic Wonders, and Optical Illusions

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$50

Italian on the Mound

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

3 - 4 min

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National Galleries of Scotland: National

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

4 - 6 min

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The Hub Cafe & Restaurant, Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh

Cafe Hub in Edinburgh's Royal Mile is a stylish location in which to enjoy lunch or a meal

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$23

Budget breakdown: $311 In total

Activities & Food:$309

Transport:$3