Edinburgh Scotland Vacations – What You Must See
If you are thinking about where to visit during your Scotland vacations then you have probably been considering Edinburgh vacations. Edinburgh has history and modernity all wrapped into one very vibrant Scottish city. If you are going to take Scotland vacations in Edinburgh then you must see these attractions.
Edinburgh Castle
It would be hard to justify Scotland vacations that do not include Edinburgh castle. Edinburgh castle would be hard to miss if you are visiting Edinburgh as it sits high on an ancient volcanic outcropping. You can visit and even take a tour of St Margaret’s Chapel which is the oldest surviving building. If you visit during July and August you can enjoy the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which is a fantastic festival.
The Old Town
If you want to experience a medieval town on your Scotland vacations then you need to pay a visit to Edinburgh’s Old Town. This Old Town was one the only town for the first 650 years of Edinburgh’s existence. You will find old closes and tenement houses as they would have been long age. This is a highly touristy area and for good reason.
Holyrood Park
Also known as Queens Park, this is a great attraction in Edinburgh to see on your Scotland vacations. If you like to be outdoors and get some real exorcise than you must visit Holyrood Park. The Queens Drive circles this 5 acre park that includes moorland, marshes, fields, hills, locks, and crags. This is a nice place you everyone with all types of fun walks to take. You can get a nice map of those walked from the ranger’s station.
Above photo by Cristopher Chan