If you are travelling from further afield to attend TCMA you may be thinking about spending some quality time in the city. Perhaps it’s your first visit to Edinburgh and you would like to bolt on some tourist activities during your stay.
If you are planning on arriving early or spending more time over the weekend we have you covered.
On this page we have listed the top 18 things to do in Edinburgh and places for you to visit so you can really enjoy your time in the city.
Have fun exploring Edinburgh!
Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland from its position on the Castle Rock.
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An 80 minute tour through 1000 years of Scottish history via 2 underground rides and 11 live shows.
To visit the website and book tickets click here.
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The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh is the official Scottish residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Situated at the end of the Royal Mile.
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Stretching from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace The Royal Mile is home to many shops, cafes, restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions you could spend hours walking the mile to see what it has to offer.
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Explore the diversity of the natural world, world cultures, art and design, science and technology and Scottish history, all in one amazing building.
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Explore a world of unique, hands on exhibits to do with light, illusion and the way we see the world! Enjoy unique 360 degree panoramic views over Edinburgh from the fascinating Camera Obscura and rooftop terrace.
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Attraction telling the tale of Scotland’s national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Or just enjoy a drink with a meal in the downstairs restaurant Amber.
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If you are looking for something with a bit more exercise why not climb up Arthur’s seat. The parks highest point, a dormant volcano, and sits 251m above sea level giving excellent view of the city.
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If you are walking down George IV Bridge don’t forget to stop and see the statue of Greyfriar’s Bobby. Don’t forget to touch his nose for good luck.
Discover more about the story here
If you want the full tourist experience then you should hop on the City Sightseeing buses for a guided tour of the city. Let’s hope the weather is nice so you can enjoy the tour from the open top level.
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Home to the UK’s only giant pandas and koalas, as well as more than 1000 other amazing animals. Edinburgh Zoo offers an amazing day out!
Find our what animals you can see by visiting the website.
Dynamic Earth tells the story of planet earth. It is in the Holyrood area, beside the Scottish Parliament building and at the foot of Arthur’s Seat.
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Discover what life what like on board The Queen’s floating royal residency. The Royal Yacht Britannia was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years, sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world.
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The Real Mary King’s Close is buried deep beneath Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. The city’s deepest secret; a warren of hidden streets that has remained frozen in time since the 17th Century.
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Calton Hill is one of Edinburgh’s main hills, set right in the city centre. It is unmistakable with its Athenian acropolis poking above the skyline.
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There are many different companies running ghost tour around Edinburgh. To find the best one for you search Edinburgh Ghost Tour in Google.
The Botanics captures the imagination of everyone who visits and is world renowned for its horticultural excellence. Over 70 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds provide a tranquil haven just one mile from the city centre.
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A unique opportunity to adventure behind the scenes of the Edinburgh Playhouse. Led by the real characters of this stunning theatre, the tour will take you to all the nooks and crannies of the theatre and include a good blend of history, comedy, gossip and ghost stories.
To book tickets click here.
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Don’t forget to be awesome!
Chris.
