A trip to Edinburgh with me! 🇬🇧

🛫 Flights:
• No direct flights — connect via Doha (Qatar Airways), Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), or London (then short domestic flight/train)
• ⏱️ Total: ~16–18 hours (depending on layover)

🚖 Airport to City:
• 📍 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) → City Centre:
• 🚋 Tram to Princes Street (~35 mins, £7)
• 🚕 Taxi or Uber: ~30 mins, £25–£35

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🗓️ Day 1 – Old Town & Edinburgh Castle 🏰🍂

🌄 Morning:
• ☕ Scottish breakfast at The Edinburgh Larder
• 🏰 Explore Edinburgh Castle – crown jewels, royal history, amazing city views
• 🎟️ Book skip-the-line tickets online
• 📸 Great photo spots from Castle Esplanade

☀️ Afternoon:
• 🚶 Walk down the Royal Mile – shops, buskers, kilts, bagpipes 🎶
• 🕍 Visit St Giles’ Cathedral
• 🍲 Lunch at Makars Gourmet Mash Bar – hearty Scottish food

🌆 Evening:
• 🍺 Try a whisky flight or haggis at Whiski Bar
• 👻 Join a ghost tour or underground vaults tour (spooky fun + history)

🚶♂️ Transport: All walkable today — Old Town is compact

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🗓️ Day 2 – Arthur’s Seat & Holyrood Palace 🏞️👑

🌞 Morning:
• 🥐 Grab pastries & coffee at Brew Lab
• 🥾 Hike Arthur’s Seat – extinct volcano with panoramic views (allow 2 hours)
• Easy/moderate trail if weather is dry
• Wear comfy shoes!

☀️ Afternoon:
• 👑 Visit Holyrood Palace – royal residence at the foot of the Royal Mile
• 🍽️ Lunch nearby at Oink – famous Scottish pulled pork rolls
• 🛍️ Browse Victoria Street – inspiration for Diagon Alley (Harry Potter fans ⚡)

🌃 Evening:
• 🍷 Dinner at The Witchery by the Castle – atmospheric, romantic spot
• 🎭 Optional: Catch a show at the Festival Theatre or Fringe venue (if in August)

🚕 Transport: Walk or short taxi/Uber ride for Holyrood

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🗓️ Day 3 – New Town, Museums & Gardens 🖼️🌿

🌄 Morning:
• 🥞 Breakfast at Loudons
• 🎨 Visit the Scottish National Gallery – Monet, Turner, Van Gogh
• 🏛️ Explore the Georgian House Museum in New Town (for architecture fans)

🍽️ Afternoon:
• 🧺 Picnic or lunch in Princes Street Gardens with castle views
• 🛍️ Shop along George Street – Scottish cashmere, local design
• 🍫 Try fudge tasting at The Fudge Kitchen

🌆 Evening:
• 🌇 Sunset walk up Calton Hill – see the National Monument & views over the city
• 🍻 Farewell dinner at Howies Waterloo Place – Scottish dishes in a beautiful setting

🚇 Transport: Walking + tram/taxi if needed

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✅ Edinburgh Travel Tips:
• ☔ Weather is unpredictable – bring a jacket + umbrella, even in summer
• 💳 Use contactless card or Apple Pay for buses, trams, shops
• 📱 Free Wi-Fi in many cafes, museums & city areas
• 🗺️ Edinburgh is hilly – wear comfy walking shoes
• 🎫 Book castle & palace tickets online to avoid queues

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