What attractions are must to see in Edinburgh for 1 day visit ?

Question

What attractions are must to see in Edinburgh for 1 day visit ?

Answer 1

The Castle is lovely for a day visit.

Answer 2

Edinburgh Castle.

Answer 3

I'm sorry, but I wouldn't recomend the castle to anyone.  Yes, it's great if your a history buff, but if not then it can be boring.  (I am Scottish and have been a few times over the years, and apart from the great view I don't think it's worth the £12+ admission fee!)

I'd say stick to the main drag, and enjoy the shops in both Princess Street and Rose street behind.  Although Rose street is most famous for it's pubs, it does offer a few good Scottish shops.  Behind that again - don't know the name sorry - but you'll find book shops as well as some nice little individual shops.

Princess St Gardens are lovely if the weather is on your side.  The squirrels are superb - I know you're not meant to encourage them, but it's so hard when they practically eat out your hand!! - and it is a place to sit and take in the wonderful sight of the Castle - without that £12 admission fee!!

Of course Edinburgh has the zoo - for a £1 fare each way (or it was the last time I was up there) you can hop on a bus from the city centre out to the zoo and spend the same £12 (ok, so I'm biased, I love the zoo) seeing all the animals on show - zebra, rhinos, lions, tigers, chimps, flamingoes, bongo, and of course the World Famous Penguins, who go for a little stroll outside their enclosure every day.

I hope you enjoy your visit whatever you get up to.

Answer 4

For a one day visit i would say take the Hop on Hop off bus - you get to see the area and it takes you to different attractions...the castle is nice but it is extremely busy with the Military Tattoo and festival going on.....if you are walking around if you get to Chambers street the National Museum is there walk a block and Grey Friars Bobby is there and University is to the left and walk right to go to George the IV bridge( walk up to Royal mile) take a left and you can see the castle... Is all very close....  

Answer 5

Visit Edinburgh Castle and the Camera Obscura. Walk all the way down the High Street (Royal Mile) to the New Parliament and Holyrood Palace. Plenty of shops and interesting things to see on the way down the High Street.  

Answer 6

Take your pick. Along with the thousands of events for the Festivals unitl 31 August there are the year round attractions.

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 Good Pub

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.

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.

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..

New Town Bar g*y bar

The Cabaret Voltaire Good Club

Pear Tree House Good Student Pub

Cafe Royal Circle Bar Tourist bar

Greyfriars Church

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

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.

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.

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 My local 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 Bus tour

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.

Leith My home area

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

Maggie Dickson's

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

Old Town

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

Craigmillar Castle Another castle in Edinburgh

Princes Street Gardens

Impeccably landscaped park and woodland surrounding Edinburgh Castle.

Jekyll & Hyde Pub

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

Princes Street

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

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.

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.

New Town

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

Calton Hill

Historic neighborhood lined with monuments dating back to the Enlightenment.

Three Sisters

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

Hopetoun House

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

Jenner's

Ritzy department store selling everything from bedding to Edinburgh Crystal.

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.

C. C. Bloom's g*y bar

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.

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Answer 7

I've been to Edinburgh twice, both only for no more that 2 days at a time. And the most memorable things for me, was St.Giles Cathedral,

taking a ghost tour with Auld Reekie tours, and spending an evening drinking at "The Last Drop".

It's a beautiful city and even if you just end up walking around you'll find something that interests you.

Answer 8

I've just got back from Edinburgh. One day is definitely not enough to see all you'd like, since the city is absolutely amazing, especially at this time of year, with all those festivals...

You might go and take a walk across the old city. If I were you, I wouldn't bother going to Edinburgh Castle, you'll hardly even enjoy the visit since it's absolutely packed with people. Cross the the Weaverly bridge, and on your left you can buy a last-minute ticket for some show played at Fringe festival (first read reviews and pick up a show, and you'll probably end up seeing more than one, because there are so many great shows).

Taking a hop on / hop off bus might help to see more in less time, although I'd rather walk - the city itself is amazing, but the best part of it are people on the streets, crowds waiting to see a show in any of the numerous venues, etc.

Answer 9

I agree with a previous answer, the castle is nice but unless you're a big history buff, it could be boring and too long a tour for just a day in the city. The bus tours are nice and show you quite a bit of the city and you'll get to see the beautiful views of the castle. August brings chaos to Edinburgh with the festival, and there are things to see on the Royal Mile. Hiking Arthur's Seat is also one of my favorite things to do and takes about an hour or two and you'll see amazing views. The City of the Dead tour is also quite fun.  

Answer 10

Edinburgh Castle definitely, Edinburgh Dungeons is a fun one too, Edinburgh Zoo is good also and Edinburgh National Gallery, if you are there before 21st September then there is a Vanity Fair exhibition on.

Good Luck.

Answer 11

A Chinese restaurant called Wok and Wine

Best food ever. If you like Chinese food that is

Answer 12

There is lots to see in Edinburgh, most famously Edinburgh Castle, for a list of attractions and handy tourist map try the Tourism tab at:

http://www.gostreetmaps.com/edinburgh.ht...

Answer 13

Edinburgh Castle definitely. From there, you will be able to see the rest of Edinburgh and beyond. It's an impressive sight.

Answer 14

Edinburgh in a day .. catch a tour bus .. visit the castle <home to the scottish crown jewels .. go to leith < by bus > to see the royal yacht BRITTANIA .. walk down princess street < one of the most famous streets in the world> see the.shpos that are on it and the statues.. the railway station <which is underground>