Local Info

Edinburgh is a city which offers something for everyone. Whether you're looking for culture or shopping; history or nightlife you'll find it here in Scotland 's Capital city.

There's plenty of attractions to see and you're biggest problem will be finding enough time to do everything. Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of  Holyroodhouse; the new Scottish Parliament and the Royal Mile are a must. There are also museums and art galleries to suit all tastes and interests with the National Museum and the National Art Gallery being particularly worth a visit.

It's an ideal destination for young and old alike. Kids love to see the penguins go walkabout at Edinburgh Zoo, to be scared stiff  at the Edinburgh Dungeon or to discover all about our planet at Our Dynamic Earth and Deep Sea World .

Throw in some shopping in Princes Street, at the world famous Jenners and Harvey Nichols stores and a stroll in the gardens opposite and you'll be ready for lunch in one of the city's hundreds of restaurants or a dram or two in one of Edinburgh's world famous pubs. We hope in discovering all the city has to offer you'll  see just why visitors fall in love with Edinburgh and come back again and again.

We've included just a few sites that will help you to plan your visit.

www.edinburgh.org   - The official Edinburgh site

www.edinburgh.gov.uk – The Edinburgh City Council site

www.scottish.parliament.uk – The Scottish Parliament site . The Parliament is open to members of the public.

www.eventful-edinburgh.com – Site with details of all of Edinburgh 's festivals

www.capitalchristmas.co.uk – Xmas events

www.edinburghshogmanay.org – New Year events including the spectacular Fireworks and  the biggest Street Party in the world .