Day 1
The Royal Mile
- 9:30Old TownSight
- 12:30Old TownWalk
- 13:30Old TownSight
- 15:30HolyroodSight
Day by day
Day 2
Arthur's Seat and the Old Town
- 9:00Holyrood ParkWalk
- 12:00Old TownSight
- 14:30Old TownSight
- 16:00Old TownWalk
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Day 3
The New Town
- 10:00The MoundSight
- 12:30New TownWalk
- 14:00New TownSight
- 16:00New TownWalk
Day 4
Leith
- 10:00LeithSight
- 13:00LeithWalk
- 15:30Water of Leith WalkwayLeith to StockbridgeWalk
Day 5
Stirling
- 9:30StirlingDay trip
- 13:30StirlingSight
Day 6
Rosslyn and Dean Village
- 10:00RoslinDay trip
- 14:30Dean VillageWalk
- 16:00Dean VillageSight
Day 7
The Forth bridges
- 10:00South QueensferrySouth QueensferryDay trip
- 11:00South QueensferrySight
- 14:00South QueensferrySight
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Edinburgh questions
Is one week enough for Edinburgh?
One week covers the main sights plus day trips to Stirling, Rosslyn and the Forth bridges. Book Edinburgh Castle and Rosslyn Chapel tickets online at least a week ahead in summer.
Do I need to book Edinburgh Castle tickets ahead?
Yes, book a timed slot online at least a week ahead in summer; morning slots sell out first. Check the Historic Environment Scotland site for current prices.
How do I get to Stirling Castle from Edinburgh?
Trains from Waverley station reach Stirling in 45 minutes. Buy return tickets the day before for £15.
What is the best way to reach Leith from the center?
Bus 22 or 25 from Princes Street takes 20 minutes and costs £2. Walk the Water of Leith path back in 45 minutes.
