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Edinburgh“The capital of Edinburgh is a great place to live and study, with a wide range of theatres, galleries, clubs and shops to explore ,not to mention the plethora of arty bars and cafes” “The Guardian University Guide”

A World Heritage site, Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The Edinburgh castle towers over the city and its surroundings. The ancient and the modern coexist in perfect harmony. One of the top ten destinations in the UK this city has something to suit every visitors taste, whether it be history, culture, art, architecture, outdoor activities or art and music. The Edinburgh Music Festival is a very popular event and attracts music lovers from all over the world. Edinburgh has a very lively night life and some of the best nightclubs and pubs in the world.

Princess Street divides Edinburgh into the New Town and the Old Town. The New Town is a bustling commercial center. Princess Street almost a mile in length is Edinburgh's main and most famous shopping area – a shopper’s delight.

Edinburgh-CaravanOne can have the best views of the Castle from Princess Street. The Scott Monument, commemorating Edinburgh born writer Sir Walter Scott which stands in the Princes Street Gardens can also be seen from here. The Grassmarket area is well known for its specialty stores and famous for its pubs and cafes. The Royal Mile which is probably Edinburgh's oldest street connects Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyrood House, the Queen’s official residence.

This is a city that is always on the move. During the day there are museums and art galleries to visit. The shops in Edinburgh are a veritable shopper’s delight.

Accommodation is available in Edinburgh that will suit everybody. There is a wide range of hotels, from luxurious five star and boutique hotels to comfortable self catering cottages and hostels which are less expensive.

This detailed guide will help you plan your visit to Edinburgh so that it will be the best ever. The accommodation guide will help you choose the deal that is most suitable for you.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant and cultural life of Edinburgh .This is a city that knows how to be both ancient and modern


For so small a city, Edinburgh has some of the best hotels in the UK.

We have confirmed allocation from a wide range of our hotels in Edinburgh at different star ratings which you can book online immediately. Keep your eyes open for those hotels where we have offered price guarantees.

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