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Edinburgh in next 3 month
Weather in Edinburgh
jan
-2/12°C
AQI 22
feb
0/12°C
AQI 24
mar
-4/14°C
AQI 22
apr
0/14°C
AQI 26
may
5/18°C
AQI 23
jun
6/24°C
AQI 24
jul
8/24°C
AQI 18
aug
8/23°C
AQI 17
sep
8/25°C
AQI 20
oct
1/19°C
AQI 19
nov
-2/13°C
AQI 16
dec
-4/0°C
AQI 21
December in Edinburgh is cold and damp with moderate air quality.
Usual trip duration
2-3 days
A 2-3 day trip to Edinburgh allows you to explore the historic Old Town, visit Edinburgh Castle, stroll along the Royal Mile, and take a day trip to the beautiful Scottish countryside.
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Moderately expensive
Places to Stay
Things To Do
Ideas To Plan Your Trip
Places To Visit
Edinburgh Castle
HISTORICAL
Iconic fortress with panoramic views
Royal Mile
HISTORICAL
Medieval street with shops and pubs
Arthur's Seat
NATURE
Hiking spot with stunning views
National Museum of Scotland
MUSEUM
Diverse collections and interactive exhibits
Scottish National Gallery
ART
Impressive collection of fine art
Palace of Holyroodhouse
ROYAL
Official residence of the monarch
Calton Hill
LANDMARK
Historic hill with monuments and views
Camera Obscura
ATTRACTION
Interactive optical illusions and exhibits
Greyfriars Kirkyard
HISTORICAL
Historic cemetery with ghost stories
Edinburgh Zoo
ZOO
Home to diverse animal species
The Scottish Parliament
GOVERNMENT
Modern architectural landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
HISTORICAL
Underground historic close experience
National War Museum
MUSEUM
Military history exhibits and artifacts
Dynamic Earth
MUSEUM
Interactive Earth science exhibits
Holyrood Park
NATURE
Open space with walking trails
The Queen's Gallery
ART
Royal art and artifact collection
St Giles' Cathedral
RELIGIOUS
Gothic architecture and stained glass
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery
ART
Portraits of famous Scots
The Writers' Museum
MUSEUM
Literary history and artifacts
Places To Eat
Dishoom Edinburgh
Makars Mash Bar
Society Bar & Kitchen
Solti
Purslane Restaurant
Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill Edinburgh
The Dome
The Edinburgh Larder - Blackfriars Street
Mamma Roma
Edinburgh Street Food
La Locanda Edinburgh
Dine Edinburgh
Luckenbooths
Kyloe
Duck & Waffle
Howies Waterloo Place
The Piper's Rest
Badger & Co
Six by Nico Edinburgh - Hanover St
The Devil's Advocate
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