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Mustr see places to visit in Edinburgh in 2 days?

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  1. Wandering around the centre of Edinburgh on foot gives you about as good a feel for the city as any paid attraction, explore the Royal Mile and all the little Closes off it, a surprise lies up many!.

    Assuming you don’t have unlimited resources you will probably look at one of the multi-attraction passes, the best known is the ‘Edinburgh pass’ but that's a three day option.

    First timers in particular might be better with the Royal Edinburgh 2-day ticket http://www.royaledinburghticket.co.uk/

    which is focussed on the traditional core attractions and includes:

    Edinburgh Castle,

    The Palace of Holyroodhouse,

    The Royal Yacht Britannia and

    2 days unlimited travel on all

    City Tour Buses and The Majestic Tour

    With one bus tour this £34 ticket pays out about £38, add the substantially different Majestic Tour (which goes down to the Britannia and weather proof Botanics which is free) and you are looking at £47 of benefit.

    Tour buses - regular departures from Waverley Bridge, the bus is hop-on hop-off so you pace your way round Edinburgh as you choose. They are all an hour long and all the same price – the difference is the route taken


  2. The castle and if you have kids the zoo also the main shopping area along Princess street

  3. Edinburgh Castle

    A must see. Queues get very busy in summer so you'll save a lot of time by booking tickets in advance through the official Edinburgh Castle website http://www.edinbu... Royal Botanic Garden

    70 acres of beautifully manicured lawns and flowers: a perfect outing for a sunny afternoon.

    Guildford Arms

    Museum of Scotland

    Museum delineating the history and culture of Scotland from the Stone Age to the present.

    Camera Obscura and World of Illusions A unique image of Edinburgh is displayed on the fascinating Camera Obscura.  On the way to the main attraction you will experience a number of visual treats, including stunning views of the

    Royal Yacht Britannia

    One of the world's most famous ships in British maritime history can now be boarded for tours.

    National Gallery of Scotland

    Scott Monument

    A 200-foot spire dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, the famous Scottish poet.

    Royal Mile

    Stretch of road connecting Edinburgh Castle with Holyrood Palace, the Queen's residence in Scotland.

    City of the Dead Ghost Tour

    Mercat Tours

    Edinburgh Playhouse A traditionally styled 3 tier theatre with over 3000 seats, offering a broad range of shows ranging from visiting West End performances, dance,  musicals, comedians to events staged by local theatre groups..

    One Spa

    New Town Bar

    g*y bar

    The Cabaret Voltaire

    Pear Tree House

    Royal Museum

    Cafe Royal Circle Bar

    John Knox House Museum

    Greyfriars Church

    Historical church famous for its cemetery where Bobby, a loyal terrier, kept watch over his master's grave for 14 years.

    The Dome

    This large domed structure was once a bank and now houses a classy bar with live jazz on Sundays.

    Highland Explorer Tours

    Our hand-picked local guides are passionate about Scotland, enabling them to offer you an unforgettable insight into the real Scotland.

    The Jazz Bar

    Scottish National Portrait Gallery

    Macdonald Roxburghe Hotel Spa

    Holyrood Park

    Holyrood Park, also known as the Queen's Park since it is still owned by the monarchy, contains some interesting attractions such as the remains of an ancient volcano, a bird sanctuary, the dramatic Salisbury Crags and three lochs or lakes.

    Festival Theatre

    Arthur's Seat

    Located within the center of Edinburgh at Holyrood Park, the remains of this extinct volcano rise 823 feet making it a notable landmark of the city.

    St. Giles Cathedral

    This is the main church of The Church of Scotland.

    Dean Gallery

    Art gallery with an impressive collection of Dada and Surrealist art.

    Ferrie Scarie Tours

    Castle Rock This massive rock towering over Edinburgh is the setting for Edinburgh Castle and serves as one of the most defining symbols of Scottish history.

    Portobello Beach

    Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre

    Learn about the history of Scotland's national drink on a tour of this museum.

    Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off

    Real Mary King's Close

    A guided tour through a warren of hidden streets beneath the Royal Mile dating back to the 16th century: dramatic episodes from the past are recreated, including life in plague-ridden Edinburgh during the 17th century.

    Our Dynamic Earth

    Scotland's millennium dome and science museum, featuring several interactive exhibits for the whole family.

    Tartan Weaving Mill

    I.J. Mellis Cheesemonger

    Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour

    Leith

    Rebus Tours

    Jolly Judge

    A local pub full of smoky ambiance.

    Heart of Scotland Tours

    Bow Bar

    Small quiet bar with a large selection of whisky.

    Museum of Childhood

    The Filmhouse

    A small, three-screened theater playing Scotland's most innovative independent films.

    Butterfly and Insect World

    ScotlandsPeople Centre

    City Art Centre

    Dragonfly Cocktail Bar

    The Jam House

    Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art

    Scotsman's Lounge

    Nelson Monument

    Maggie Dickson's

    This pub is named after a woman who survived the gallows, a punishment she received for allegedly murdering her newborn baby.

    Gladstone's Land

    Old Town

    Edinburgh's oldest neighborhood, dating back to medieval times: these small streets are lined with wool shops, pubs and historical monuments.

    Georgian House

    Fully restored period house.

    Craigmillar Castle

    Edinburgh Farmers' Market

    Princes Street Gardens

    Impeccably landscaped park and woodland surrounding Edinburgh Castle.

    Writers' Museum

    This museum is devoted to the memory of three famous Scottish writers: Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.

    Brass Rubbing Centre

    Eddie's Seafood Market

    Jekyll & Hyde Pub

    Fun, friendly pub named after Robert Louis Stevenson's famous story.

    The People's Story

    Walkabout Scotland

    Auld Reekie Tours

    Princes Street

    A busy street lined with shops, historic monuments and restaurants.

    Parliament House

    This elegant building, located along the Royal Mile, once housed the Scottish government until Scotland's union with England in 1707.

    St. Margaret's Chapel

    This stately chapel is the only original building left in the Edinburgh Castle complex.

    Murrayfield Ice Rink

    Want family-friendly entertainment that won't break your budget? Try ice skating at this rink.

    Ghost Hunter Trail

    Assembly Bar

    Scotline Tours

    Inchcolm Abbey

    Holyroodhouse Palace

    This is an official residence of the Queen and the Royal Family.

    Greyfriars Bobby Memorial

    This memorial commemorates the loyal pooch who spent 14 years by his master's grave.

    Shaping a Nation

    Sandy Bells

    New Town

    The modern face of Edinburgh, with lots of restaurants, pubs, museums and galleries.

    Dean Village

    Parliament Visitor Center

    Get the most out of your trip to Edinburgh; this tourist center has lots of brochures and travel ideas to help you plan your vacation.

    Calton Hill

    Historic neighborhood lined with monuments dating back to the Enlightenment.

    Lauriston Castle

    Three Sisters

    Large pub located in the Cowgate with an outdoor courtyard and a number of themed bar areas inside.

    Cadies & Witchery Tours

    Huntly House (The Museum of Edinburgh)

    Balmoral Spa

    Carson Clark Gallery

    Hopetoun House

    This historic building is known as "Scotland's finest stately home."

    Au Bar

    Located close to the west end of Princes Street the Au Bar serves drinks and food throughout the day to a mixed client base.  There is a seated,  outdoor area to the rear of the bar.

    National Library of Scotland

    Canongate

    Jenner's

    Ritzy department store selling everything from bedding to Edinburgh Crystal.

    Dalmeny House

    Edinburgh Crystal Visitor Centre

    Hanover Fine Arts

    Ink Tank

    Royal Scottish Academy

    Scottish Gallery

    Sir Jules Thorn Exhibition of the History of Surgery/Dental Museum

    The Royal Observatory

    Charlotte Square

    Considered to be one of the finest Georgian squares in Britain, this plaza has maintained many of its elegant, old buildings on all four sides.

    George IV Bridge

    Built between 1829 and 1832, this bridge or elevated street spans more than 1,000 feet in length, linking Chambers Street and the Royal Mile.

    Waterloo Place

    St Cuthbert's Church

    Craigmillar Park Golf Club

    C. C. Bloom's

    Deacon Brodie's Tavern

    Traditional bar in a prime location, on the historic Royal Mile, at the corner of the Lawnmarket and The Mound.   Food is served throughout the day in the bar and also in

    Po Na Na

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  4. Definitely the zoo, especially if you have kids. Also visit Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, and walk along the Royal Mile and Princes Street for shopping. Lots of good stores to pop into there.

    If you're a Harry Potter fan or are traveling with one, make a visit to The Elephant House - it's where Ms. Rowling spent her days writing those books. :) [its address is 21 George IV Bridge - located off of the Royal Mile]

    Have a great time - Edinburgh is one of my favorite cities in the U.K.

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