Edinburgh is a city of great beauty. Both the natural occurrences and man-made structures are bound to take your breath away. This gives Edinburgh an edge over many other big European cities which have long since lost their appreciation for nature. So, whether you like a bit of history, art, magic or outdoorsy fun, there are plenty of things to do in Edinburgh.
There are a ton of places to see in Edinburgh, and you will never be stuck for interesting activities! Edinburgh Castle is undoubtedly the main attraction, perched atop Castle Rock offering great views of the city and the lush Princes Gardens underneath. See Mons Meg, the world's most famous medieval gun, capable of shooting cannon balls for 2 miles! The 34 meters deep well that supplied the castle with water, fascinating exhibitions and statues depicting scenes from centuries past. You will also get to peek into a real medieval prison! Visit Edinburgh Castle to enjoy these fascinating historical relics and artifacts! Let's go
A ghost tour is one of the creepiest, most interesting things to do in Edinburgh. Head into the vaults on a guided tour to learn about gruesome activities that took place and creepy ghouls. Ghouls such as ‘Mr. Boots’ as he has become known colloquially. Although legend says that he does not like this sobriquet and if he hears, he’ll come after you! Head to Greyfriars Churchyard near Old Town to learn about two spirits at opposite ends of the spectrum. The terrible Mackenzie Poltergeist and the loyal Greyfriars Bobby, a small dog who guarded the grave of his owner until he himself passed away. Let's go
Edinburgh is said to be built on seven hills, the most famous of all being Arthur’s Seat. Found at the end of the Royal Mile on a dormant volcano, and home to rare plant and animal species. Climbing Arthur’s Seat is a relatively easy hike even for people who aren’t experienced hikers, and the views at the top are some of the best in Edinburgh. Arthur’s Seat is said to be one of the possible locations for Camelot, a legendary castle of King Arthur. It is the highest point in Holyrood Park and offers various routes to take depending on how easy or difficult you’d like your excursion to be. Whatever your choice, the view will be equally rewarding. Let's go