3 Days Edinburgh Itinerary: Best Places to Visit in Edinburgh

Day 1 | Morning

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Opening Hours: From March 31st to October 9:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30), November - March 29th 9:30-16:30 (final admission 15:15). March 30, 2018, May 15 - May 26, June 26 - July 7, December 25 - December 26 will be completely closed

Ticket Price: 15 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX

Palace of Holyroodhouse Standing at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is the official home of Her Majesty The Queen in Scotland, and is used by Her Majesty for State ceremonies and official entertaining. The Palace has been a royal residence for over 500 years and is closely associated with Scotland's rich history. A visit to the Palace includes the Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots, which were the setting for many dramatic episodes in her short and turbulent reign, including the brutal murder of her Italian secretary, David Rizzio, by her husband, Lord Darnley. Her Bedchamber has been described as 'the most famous room in Scotland'. In the Palace's State Apartments, visitors can see the magnificent Great Gallery, where Bonnie Prince Charlie held lavish balls when he set up his Jacobite Court at the Palace in September 1745. The State Apartments today reflect the changing tastes of successive monarchs, and are renowned for their fine plasterwork ceilings and unrivalled collection of Brussels tapestries. They are furnished with numerous works of art from the Royal Collection, many of which have long associations with Holyroodhouse and Scotland.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Palace of Holyroodhouse, you can head to Edinburgh Castle, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Edinburgh Castle

Opening Hours: Open from 4/1-9/30,9:30am-6:00pm;Open from 10/1-3/31,9:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 19.5 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.5-2.5 Hours

Location: Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK

Standing on an extinct volcano in the heart of the city, Edinburgh Castle dates back to the 6th century and served as a royal residence, military fortress and prison, a testimony to Scottish history. This is the commanding heights in the city of Edinburgh, overlooking the panoramic view of Edinburgh from the castle. Visit GuideThe castle on the cliff is a majestic sight, accessible only by a single slope. There are ancient cannons, clock towers, prisons, halls, war museums, royal palaces, etc. in the castle, and you can use an audio guide to learn the history behind them. Although the castle is not very big, the buildings are distributed a bit around, and it may be a little dizzy. During the visit, I will also meet people who wear Scottish skirts and bagpipes, which are very friendly. There are also many cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops in the castle. The main attraction of the castle is to walk up the hill from the Castle Square, cross a bridge and enter the gate of the castle, and see a small square. There are several rows of cannons along the city walls, showing the once supreme kingship of the castle. Standing next to the fort, you can overlook the scenery below the castle. Different cannons have different functions. At 1 pm every day, an empty cannon will be fired here to announce the time. This is the famous OneO'clockGun. The War Museum in the Castle (NationalWarMuseum) displays simulated cannons, officers' clothing and ranks of various eras and other items, reproducing the glorious history of Edinburgh. There is a lookout here with a nice view. St. Margaret's Chapel (StMargaret'sChapel) This is the oldest existing building in Edinburgh. The interior is simple and simple, but it has very beautiful glass windows. The pattern is Queen Margaret, the wife of Malcolm III. In the Royal Palace, you can see items such as the Scottish crown, swords, scepters and royal family trees, as well as the authentic "Stone of Destiny", which is the cornerstone of the king's enthronement. There is a Queen Mary's room in the palace. It is not very conspicuous, but it has a tragic fate. You might as well listen to the guide carefully. The other side of the palace is the Great Hall, and the walls around the hall are covered with swords. There are also murals and fireplaces, with red walls, full of extravagance. Opposite the hall is the War Memorial Hall (ScottishNationalWarMemorial), guarded by two mythical beasts at the door, the hall is solemn and solemn, and many rosters are placed, recording the names of ordinary soldiers who died for Scotland. There is also the Prisons of War next to the Memorial Hall, which is eerie and restores the prison scene, and the smell is not very good. Festival Performance During the Edinburgh International Arts Festival in August every year, a military band will be held in front of the castle. You can see the performances of military bands in Scotland and around the world. After the show, there are also fireworks and light shows.

Reviews from Real Guests:

길범진: It's full of historical artifacts, like the Scottish throne, and you can buy souvenirs and tea in the castle. Especially the view of downtown Edinburgh from the rooftop is amazing (>_

James88888888: Edinburgh Castle is the most important symbol of Scotland's spirit. It is located on the Castle Hill, which is the junction of the old and new town of Edinburgh

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Escape to Edinburgh @ Albyn Place is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Escape to Edinburgh @ Albyn Place

Property Location Located in Edinburgh (New Town), this apartment is minutes from Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Assembly Rooms. This casino apartment is close to Princes Street Gardens and Edinburgh Castle. Rooms Make yourself comfortable in your apartment. Amenities Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a casino or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access. Business, Other Amenities Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Day 2 | Morning

Scott Monument

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 8 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Hours

Location: E. Princes St Gardens, Edinburgh EH2 2EJ, UK

This eye-catching black tower was built to commemorate the Scottish historical writer Sir Walter Scott. The building is more than 60 meters high and has 287 narrow steps. It is a typical Gothic building. There are arches on all sides at the bottom of the tower, which makes it look more agile. The building materials of the memorial hall are sand and gravel quarried near Edinburgh. Due to the looseness of the stone, it has turned dark brown in less than 200 years, adding to the ancient charm. On the tower stands the statue of Scott in white marble, which can be seen from all sides. The statue shows Scott in a robe with his dog lying beside him.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Scott Monument, The Scotch Whisky Experience next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

The Scotch Whisky Experience

Opening Hours: Open from 11:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 16 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: The Royal Mile, 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, UK

The Scotch Whisky Experience Centre opened to visitors in 1988. The center's goal is to "promote the sale of whisky in a way that imparts knowledge and entertainment", and introduces visitors to the history of Scotch whisky development and whisky production in a theme-led manner, and teaches basic whisky identification knowledge. Tourists ride around in an electric car shaped like a whisky barrel, with a guide explaining at any time. A tour lasts about an hour, and each person will get a card with the smell of 4 different types of whisky. Of course, you can also taste pure Scotch whisky for free, and you can see up to 270 kinds of whisky in the bar. Upon entering the museum, staff will serve guests a glass of whisky in a beautiful glass, which can be taken away as a souvenir. In the small shop behind the Whisky Experience Center, you can also buy a variety of whisky introduced by the Heritage Center. At present, there are more than 100 distilleries in Scotland, and the whisky produced is very popular in the international market, especially in Europe and the United States.

Day 2 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, Six Brunton Place is the best places.

Six Brunton Place

Offering a terrace and views of the garden, Six Brunton Place is situated in Edinburgh in the Lothian Region, 600 metres from Edinburgh Playhouse. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player. Some units have a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Six Brunton Place features free WiFi . You will find a shared lounge at the property. Omni Centre is 700 metres from Six Brunton Place, while Edinburgh Festival Theatre is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 12 km from the property.

Day 3 | Morning

Edinburgh Zoo

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 19.95 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, 134 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6TS, UK

Edinburgh Zoo was built in 1912. It is the only zoo in the UK that raises Chinese giant pandas and Australian koalas. It is also the world's first artificial incubation base for emperor penguins. Walking in the zoo also has the opportunity to see the staff take emperor penguins for a walk in the park. If you travel with children, Edinburgh Zoo will be a good place for children to learn and play.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: The Real Mary King's Close.

The Real Mary King's Close

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-9:00pm

Ticket Price: 17.95 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 2, Warriston's Close, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, UK

Mary King's Lane is located in the old city of Edinburgh. It was an underground street in a slum settlement in the 16th century. It was closed in 1645 due to the outbreak of the Black Death. After that, countless haunted legends have been left behind. It is the most "ghost" in Edinburgh. one of the places. The street has remained the same for more than 200 years, little has changed.

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