Edinburgh - Fairy Tale Wilderness

Rugged rock, extinct volcanoes wild beaches and green expanses. Start your nature holiday in charming Edinburgh and allow yourself to be enchanted by Harry Potter’s birthplace. Every August, the Fringe Theatre Festival, which was founded in 1947, is held in the Scottish capital. Stars, upcoming talent and some bold newcomers perform here and anyone who dares can join in. Take a stroll along the Royal Mile and visit Edinburgh Castle. Anyone with an interest in history should drop in at the City Observatory, because that’s where a 3D slide show tells you all about Edinburgh’s history and sights. At the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre, you can get yourself initiated in the sectrets of the art of whisky distilling. And with Germanwings’ Scottish prices, you’re bound to have enough pounds left over to enjoy the exciting nightlife at the Grassmarket.

AIRPORT

Edinburgh International
Located just 8 miles west of the city centre.

TIME OUT CITY GUIDE

Synopsis
The second edition of the "Time Out Edinburgh Guide" gives you the inside view of Scotland's capital. From the low-down on the Scottish Parliament to the highlights of the new Museum of Scotland, it has been thoroughly researched and rewritten to ensure it is right up to date. Now with map references and colour photographs throughout. The Edinburgh Guide includes: an expanded and critical round-up of the inspiring architecture, museums, sights and galleries that make up the "Athens of the North"; lively and informed accounts of the best places to eat, sleep, shop, party and work on your cultural overload; tips on how to get the best out of the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe - and come away with your sanity intact; and extensive coverage of Glasgow and day trips from Edinburgh ... all with full details of opening times, prices and transport.