As one of the UK’s most vibrant and cultural cities, the Scottish capital has plenty to keep you busy
The ultimate guide to Edinburgh
Discover Edinburgh's best things to do, restaurants, theatre and nightlife
As one of the UK’s most vibrant and cultural cities, the Scottish capital has plenty to keep you busy
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Things to do in Edinburgh
The 22 absolute best things to do in Edinburgh
Winding alleys, hill-top landmarks and all that surrounding woodland create picture-postcard views whichever way you turn
6 excellent free things to do in Edinburgh
Doing this city on the cheap? Here are our top tips for making it work
12 Edinburgh attractions you shouldn’t overlook
There’s no shortage of immediately recognisable sights in the Scottish capital
8 incredible day trips from Edinburgh
From hillside hikes to quaint coastal towns, here’s where to head for a refreshing escape
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Where to eat in Edinburgh
The 30 very best restaurants in Edinburgh
From the Old Town’s humble cheap eats to the hard-to-bag-a-seat spots around Leith Harbour
14 excellent afternoon teas in Edinburgh
It’s no surprise this ‘meal’ is something regal Edinburgh knows how to do rather well
The 12 ultimate cheap eats in Edinburgh
Fancy a hog roast and don’t want to splash out? You’re in luck
Indian restaurants in Edinburgh you have to try
This city has around 100 Indian restaurants. This is our pick of the absolute best
Where to drink in Edinburgh
12 unbeatable bars in Edinburgh
For nights when only a buzzing bar will do, these spots will see you right
16 excellent cocktail bars in Edinburgh
If you don’t leave feeling all warm and fuzzy inside, then you’re probably doing it wrong
The absolute best craft beer bars in Edinburgh
From artisan breweries to boozers that know their ale, the craft revolution has taken hold
20 brilliant pubs in Edinburgh
Think Edinburgh, think cheap whisky and pints of Tennent’s? Time to reassess
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Culture in Edinburgh
‘It’s a phenomenon’: 75 years of the Edinburgh Fringe
As the Fringe returns in full force for the first time since 2019, organisers and performers reflect on what the festival means for the Scottish capital
12 can’t-miss museums in Edinburgh
Whether you’re interested in local history or nature, blazing fires or cold hard cash
Art galleries in Edinburgh you need to check out
Discover works by contemporary artists from home and abroad
Avid reader? These are Edinburgh’s best bookshops
You’re about to dive into Unesco’s first City of Literature. Erm, read on?
Our favourite cities in the UK
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Free culture, huge parks and a pub on (almost) every corner
Manchester
This city is buzzing, innovative and open all hours
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Quite possibly the most beautiful city in the UK
Bristol
There’s plenty to keep you busy in this great little city
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