Greater Edinburgh Trip Planner

Welcome to Greater Edinburgh!

Located in Scotland, the Greater Edinburgh area offers a rich history to be explored in the region's many towns and villages. The main city in the area is the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh. Situated in the south east area of the country, Edinburgh is a popular tourist destination. Many flock to visit Edinburgh's Castle, which sits atop a volcanic crag. The city is also known for its numerous, annual cultural festivals, such as the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Edinburgh International Festival. The city of Edinburgh is also the place to do some shopping and enjoy the bustling nightlife. Much of Greater Edinburgh offers countless castles to visit and explore, as well as many ancient religious buildings. The area also has an extensive mining history, which is evident in the region's small villages housing old miners cottages. Other popular regional attractions include taking a walk through The Royal Botanical Garden Edinburgh, spending the day at the National Museum of Scotland, and learning a thing or two at Our Dynamic Earth, which features high-tech exhibits showing the history and science of planet earth.