Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting? Edinburgh is definitely worth visiting in our opinion. Whether it's just for a day trip or a longer stay, Edinburgh has plenty to offer and welcomes visitors with open arms.
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How long should you spend in Edinburgh? Two days in Edinburgh is the ideal amount of time to see the main city highlights. If you want a more relaxed visit, that includes a few museums or specialty tours, then I would recommend at least three days or more.
Edinburgh has been named among the '25 Most Beautiful Cities in the World' by a renowned US travel magazine. New York-based Travel + Leisure, which has nearly five million monthly readers, included Scotland's capital in its 'by-no-means exhaustive list' of the world's most beautiful cities.
While most people leave London for smaller cities, Edinburgh offers the chance to head out into nature and explore parts of the Scottish Highlands. Truthfully, I'd say that both cities are well situated for day trips, but if I had to choose I'd give the edge to London.
As you will see from our attractions map, the majority of Edinburgh is easy enough to get around on foot. You will want good sensible footwear though, as many of the streets are steep and uneven, and there are lots of hills and steps to navigate. The furthest attraction is the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Edinburgh is famously one of the UK's most expensive cities, but that doesn't mean it has to cost you a pretty penny – there are myriad affordable things to do on a visit here.
No, you cannot walk around Edinburgh Castle freely without paying anything. Edinburgh Castle is a popular tourist attraction and visitors must pay an entrance fee to access the castle and its grounds.
Once there, you can hop on the city's tram system or explore the city via bus or black cabs, which can be found on high streets (main thoroughfares) and other points of interests throughout town. Edinburgh's intimate size makes walking the best way to get around.