Edinburgh is the perfect city break and the second-most visited tourist destination in the UK. bmi, British Midland International operate direct flights to Edinburgh from London Heathrow, Manchester, Brussels and more. Enjoy Edinburgh Castle, stroll across the Royal Mile or enjoy one of the infamous ghost tours.
Flights to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) land you at about 8 miles from the city centre. From here you can take a cab or bus to your final destination, usually a 25 minute journey. Private taxis and city cabs are available from the east side of the terminal building (UK Arrivals). The Airlink 100 bus service runs from the main entrance on a regular basis.
If you're on a budget, then Ten Hill Place Hotel is a good value choice for business travellers, with free Internet and only a short walk from the Royal Mile. For a more sumptuous getaway, head for The Witchery by the Castle, described as "the perfect lust den". Book the Inner Sanctum room with its four-poster bed and dramatic decor for an unforgettable romantic break.
If you're into architecture then Edinburgh won't disappoint, with over 4,500 listed buildings across the city. From the Greek neo-classical Royal Scottish Academy (a must for art-lovers) to the futuristic and contemporary Hotel Missoni on St. George IV Bridge, wandering around this vibrant city is a delight, especially at night.
Of course, also make sure to visit Edinburgh Castle, the main tourist attraction of the city, and from there walk along the Golden Mile to experience more beautiful architecture, enjoy street performance acts and a wide range of bars and restaurants.
To experience the real flavour of Edinburgh, consider the Edinburgh Festival which takes place every August. Encompassing theatre, music, dance, visual arts and comedy, it's the largest and most exciting cultural event in the world. Book with bmi now to experience everything the wonderful capital of Scotland has to offer.
We also operate internal flights from Edinburgh to London Heathrow (LHR), Manchester (MAN) and Leeds Bradford airport (LBA). Alternatively, book our European destination flights from Edinburgh Airport to Brussels (BRU), Zurich (ZRH) and Copenhagen (CPH).
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