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Edinburgh / United Kingdom

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Edinburgh Castle seen from the Grassmarket, rising on its crag above the tenements of the Old Town — Photo: George Washington Wilson, A. D. White Architectural Photographs, Cornell University Library, via Wikimedia Commons Author George Washington Wilson (1823–1893); restored by Adam Cuerden · CC BY 2.0 File source

When to visit 1

When should I visit Edinburgh, United Kingdom, for the best experience?Late April through September, when Edinburgh Castle runs its long summer day of 9:30am to 6pm rather than the 5pm winter close that shortens every sightseeing afternoon…

Things to do 1

What are the most worthwhile things to do in Edinburgh on a first visit?Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum of Scotland and a walk between the two UNESCO-inscribed towns cover the city's three distinct characters in a single day, and only…

Food and drink 1

Where should I eat in Edinburgh, and which local food or drink is worth trying?Order a dram of Scotch whisky and look for Arbroath Smokies on a menu — both are legally defined products, the first by UK statute and the second by a protected…

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