You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from JamboAldo: RT @fodonnell23: Edinburgh Evening News front page #hearts #cupfinal http://t.co/vfNI34B1 a minute ago evoc_milind: We are tweeting using the #EdinburghValues hashtag to gather Third Sector views on the city's Single Outcome Agreement. http://t.co/fqaw2A0L a minute ago DanYELLdesigns: Morning! So, yesterday I had a moment with a monkey at Edinburgh zoo and visited the pandas. Expect some... http://t.co/iMJZpOG8 couple of minutes ago World / Europe / Scotland / Edinburgh | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect In the suave Scottish capital, there's a stunning view around virtually every street corner, especially in the Old Town. Georgian crescents and medieval architecture mix to present a compact, atmospheric city that buzzes with life, particularly in August when the Edinburgh festival is in full flow. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency UK pound (GBP) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language English Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Temperate, cool to warm summers and chilly winters. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 44 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 220V (UK-style 3 pin plugs) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Edinburgh land at Edinburgh Airport. There are good public bus services (£3) and several private shuttle buses (£9) available into Edinburgh city centre. Three taxi ranks operate at the airport, and the journey time into the city centre is around 25 minutes. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle With some of the site dating back to the 12th century, the castle's history is the history of the city itself. Most of the current structures date back to the 16th century and the imposing fortress keeps watch across the city at the top of the Royal Mile. The site also houses the National War Museum of Scotland, covering local military over the last 400 years. Address: Castlehill, Edinburgh Post Code:EH1 2NG Tel No:+44 (0) 131 225 9846 Scottish Parliament Building The Scottish Parliament Building This striking, innovative building of steel, oak, and granite opened in 2004 in Holyrood Park, part of a UNESCO protected site. Overlooked by the peak of Arthur's Seat, much of the complex is open to the public, and the debating chambers and many artworks of cultural significance are on display. Address: Holyrood Road Post Code:EH99 1SP Tel No:00 44 131 348 5000 Arthur's Seat Arthur's Seat: If it's sunny, stroll up the hills through some beautiful Scottish countryside for breathtaking views of the city. Address: Arthur's Seat, Hollyrood Park Post Code: Tel No: Quick Lunch - Urban Angel Urban Angel is an eco-conscious city centre deli with very speedy service and a fantastic range of Scottish organic produce. Especially good for brunch and tapas. Address: 121 Hanover Street Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 225 6215 Top Table - The Witchery's The Witchery's dramatic setting, in a 16th century building at the gates of the castle, is complemented by outstanding Scottish food, with Angus beef and game high on the list of recommendations. Local seafood and 1000 wines seal a winning combination. Address: Castlehill, The Royal Mile Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 225 5613 Cheap Eat - Chez Pierre Chez Pierre The reincarnation of popular chain Pierre Victoire is a firm New Town favourite. It offers a cheap set lunch daily and the à la carte menu mixes local specialities with French classics. Address: 18 Eyre Place Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 556 0006 On Business - The Bonham The Bonham boutique hotel is located in a Victorian building in the West End, a business hub. The chic, contemporary interior is backed up with two event spaces, including the stylish library. Book now Address: 35 Drumsheugh Gardens Post Code:EH3 7RN Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Prestonfield Prestonfield is a gloriously decadent 17th century house with rich colours framing gothic antiques and fabulously over-the-top rooms. If you can stretch to it, the opulent Franklin Suite is wonderfully extravagant. Book now Address: Priestfield Road Post Code:EH16 5UT Tel No: Cheap Sleep - Thistle Hotel This particular Thistle Hotel is one of the originals, dating back to 1924. It offers 11 en-suite rooms and is handily located in the centre of the New Town. Book now Address: 59 Manor Place Post Code:EH3 7EG Tel No: Coffee And Chat - Northbridge Brasserie Northbridge Brasserie (Scotsman Hotel, 20 North Bridge, 00 44 131 556 5565) is set in the former newspaper offices of The Scotsman, and the booths now host power breakfasts and meetings with great coffee and food. Address: Scotsman Hotel, 20 North Bridge Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 556 5565 Formal Presentation - Malmaison Malmaison (1 Tower Place, 00 44 131 468 5000) is located just minutes from the city centre, with a charming riverside location on the banks of the Forth and four well-equipped meeting rooms for up to 50 people. Address: 1 Tower Place Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 468 5000 Evening Drinks - Amicus Apple's Amicus Apple's (17 Frederick St, 00 44 131 226 6055) plush leather divans and tempting cocktail menu make this bar a definite after-work favourite. Address: 17 Frederick St Post Code: Tel No:00 44 131 226 6055 Print City guides Aberdeen Edinburgh Glasgow Flights Book flights to Edinburgh now Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
