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Palace of Holyroodhouse
1. Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse, at the bottom of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, is the King's official residence when he's in Scotland. Visitors can explore the 14 state rooms in this 16th-century palace, still used during royal ceremonies!
Edinburgh Castle
2. Edinburgh Castle
The city of Edinburgh is dominated by the huge Edinburgh Castle, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Crown Jewels of Scotland, and the National War Museum of Scotland. There's a good chance you'll hear some bagpipes.
The Scotch Whisky Experience
3. The Scotch Whisky Experience
Right on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Experience is an over-18s trip into the world of whisky. This replica distillery will educate you on the tastes of flavors of Scotland's favorite tipple, and probably get you a little tipsy.
Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours
4. Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours
Discover the beauty of Edinburgh on an amazing bus tour! Take an unforgettable journey through the city and admire its captivating landmarks and attractions. A bus tour is the perfect way to take in the sights of Edinburgh in the most convenient and comfortable way. Enjoy the freedom of hopping on and off the bus to explore the city at your own pace. You'll hear fascinating stories and facts about the city and get a feel for the sites and activities the city has to offer. Experience the best of Edinburgh on a bus tour!
Edinburgh City Tours
5. Edinburgh City Tours
Discover the beauty and history of Edinburgh like never before with City Tours Edinburgh. Expert guides will take you on a journey through time, bringing to life the stories and legends that have shaped this incredible city. Explore the cobbled streets of the Royal Mile and marvel at the imposing beauty of Edinburgh Castle. Take a stroll through the charming Old Town, where hidden gems and fascinating tales can be found around every corner. Wander through the elegant New Town, with its stunning Georgian architecture and peaceful gardens. City Tours Edinburgh offers expertly crafted tours that showcase the city's rich cultural heritage. From the breathtaking Edinburgh Castle to the hauntingly beautiful Greyfriars Kirkyard, these tours will unveil the very best of Edinburgh's cultural treasures.

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Edinburgh Pass

  1. Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour
  2. The Scotch Whisky Experience
  3. Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, at the bottom of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, is the King's official residence when he's in Scotland. Visitors can explore the 14 state rooms in this 16th-century palace, still used during royal ceremonies!
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From $21.95
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Edinburgh Castle

The city of Edinburgh is dominated by the huge Edinburgh Castle, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Crown Jewels of Scotland, and the National War Museum of Scotland. There's a good chance you'll hear some bagpipes.
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The Scotch Whisky Experience

Right on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, the Scotch Whisky Experience is an over-18s trip into the world of whisky. This replica distillery will educate you on the tastes of flavors of Scotland's favorite tipple, and probably get you a little tipsy.
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Pouring different styles of Scottish beer into tasting glasses
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Edinburgh City Tours

Discover the beauty and history of Edinburgh like never before with a city tour
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The Real Mary King's Close

The Real Mary King's Close is a walking tour of Old Edinburgh that tells the city's history with all of the grisly truth about the Black Plague, mysterious hauntings, gruesome crimes, and stifled living situations. It is located opposite St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh Old Town.
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Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh

Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is located on George Street, just a short distance from the famous Edinburgh Castle. It offers classic American fare, along with the chance to see some music memorabilia including a jacket worn by Ringo Starr himself. Other popular destinations nearby include the National Museum of Scotland, Holyrood Park, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Blair Street Underground Vaults

The Blair Street Underground Vaults allows visitors to explore a different, darker side of Edinburgh. They were once used as taverns, cobbler shops, and to store materials such as building supplies or – allegedly – stolen corpses! Whatever the story is, these vaults have a rich and fascinating history.
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The Edinburgh Dungeon

The Edinburgh Dungeon offers no less than 360 different sets packed with hilarious, and scary actors, special effects, stages, scenes and even rides. It's an interactive walkthrough experience that will thrill and horrify the whole family! It's located in the heart of Edinburgh and is easy to reach with public transport.
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Holyrood Distillery

Opened in 2019, Holyrood Distillery is the first single malt whisky distillery in Edinburgh's city centre since 1925. Apart from producing a fine single malt to rival the established names in Scotch whisky, Holyrood is also designed to be a visitor attraction that brings guests on a hands-on, multi-sensory, and educational journey into the world of whisky production.
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John Knox House

The John Knox House is located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile - the city's main thoroughfare, running downhill between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. As the heart of Scotland's historic capital it's a great place to start a day of sightseeing. It's also close to a host of great bars for a dram of whiskey (or two) when you're done.
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Co-founder Ian outside our Lind & Lime Gin Distillery
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Lind and Lime Gin Distillery

Lind and Lime Gin Distillery is a craft gin distillery located in Edinburgh, Scotland. Founded in 2017 by two friends, the distillery specialises in small batch craft gins steeped in traditional Scottish botanicals. Offering a range of unique and tasty gins, Lind and Lime have something for every gin lover. The tasting room is a great place to sample the different gins, and the distillery also offers gin-making classes for those looking to learn about the craft of gin-making.
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