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Edinburgh City Guide
United Kingdom>Edinburgh
Edinburgh, said the writer Robert Louis Stevenson, is what
Paris ought to be. Its magnificent architecture shifts from
the lofty buildings of its medieval Old Town, as they tumble
down the spine of the Royal Mile, to the grace of the Georgian
New Town. Above it all, in its towering splendour, stands
the Castle.
Each year during the summer months Edinburgh becomes the
world's Festival City. It is the huge range and number of
artistic events, performances and exhibitions happening
throughout the city which makes Edinburgh unforgettable.
Edinburgh's festival spirit soars far beyond the famous
International and Fringe Festivals held here every Summer.
A local event here can be anything from a fireworks concert
to a village gala. Catching an event or two should be part
of everyone's visit to Edinburgh.
Visit the castle and gardens in Dirleton, a romantic castle
at the forefront of Scottish history since the 12th century.
The renowned gardens, added in the 16th century, include
arts and crafts, herbaceous border and Victorian garden.
Or, Lauriston Castle, 16th Century tower house with 19th
century extensions, standing in tranquil grounds overlooking
the Firth of Forth. Rich collections of furniture and decorative
art give a glimpse of Edwardian life in a Scottish country
house.
Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot, one of the oldest mechanically
intact water-driven meal mills in Scotland. Exhibition and
shop, picnic area, pond with ducks and geese. Disabled toilet
and shop access.
Dunbar Town House Museum, 16th Century town house. A local
history room, displays of local archaeology and hands on
introduction to archaeology.
Enjoy a taste of classics in Georgian House, Adam designed
neo-classical townhouse located at the north side of Charlotte
Square. Refurbished and furnished to show life in the New
Town around 1796. Collection of fine furniture and paintings.
Linlithgow Palace, a favourite residence of the Stuart
kings, it was the birth place of Mary Queen of Scots and
later housed Cromwell, Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Duke
of Cumberland. Beautifully set on its' own peel beside Linlithgow
Loch.
In a world of chain stores, Edinburgh is an antidote to
the bland and the over-familiar. You'll find all sorts of
specialities and eccentricities amongst the traders of the
Royal Mile and Victoria Street, and an amazing choice at
shopping villages such as Fenton Barns and Freeport here.
It's astonishing what's crammed into Edinburgh. For its
size, the city has more places to eat than any other in
the world and the choice ranging from Mexico to Japan -
is extraordinary.
Getting There and Moving Around
By air
You can reach us with flight from airports in Britain and
Europe and connect easily to America. Edinburgh International
Airport is close to the city, a bus or taxi-ride away.
Getting There and Moving Around
By rail
The East Coast line is the fastest inter-city railway in
Britain, and links Edinburgh's Waverley station with London
and Europe. ScotRail, Railtrack and West Coast lines link
the city with northern and western Britain, and the latter
are ideal for travellers from the English Lakes, Chester
or Bath.
By road
Our national coach station connects from city center to
the rest of Britain and beyond. You'll find Edinburgh at
the hub of the Scottish motorway network where you could
enjoy driving the car rental around the city.
Moving Around
The availability of various transport mode in this city
is a convenience of visitors moving around Edinburgh.
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