Edinburgh Action & adventure, Coastal + Sunset & sunrise pictures

• Scotland
• United Kingdom
• Europe
• World

Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, nestled between extinct volcanoes and hills, is almost fairytale in appearance, with its medieval buildings in the Old Town and the wide streets and spacious homes Georgian New Town, and the spectacular castle looking down from its cliff. Edinburgh was declared a World Heritage Site in 1995, which only begs the question: why did it take so long?

Hike up a former active volcano that’s only a few minutes from the city center and enjoy impressive views of Edinburgh.

Hike up a former active volcano that’s only a few minutes from the city center and enjoy impressive views of Edinburgh.

Hike up a former active volcano that’s only a few minutes from the city center and enjoy impressive views of Edinburgh.

Hike up a former active volcano that’s only a few minutes from the city center and enjoy impressive views of Edinburgh.

Grab your camera and head for the hill that features monuments, superb views and the seat of the Scottish government.

Wander the narrow alleys of Edinburgh\'s historic center to discover the hidden delights of an area that also encompasses some of the city\'s top attractions.

Grab your camera and head for the hill that features monuments, superb views and the seat of the Scottish government.

Hike up a former active volcano that’s only a few minutes from the city center and enjoy impressive views of Edinburgh.

Spend time in this attractive green space that separates Edinburgh’s Old Town from its 18th-century New Town.

Glimpse the life of royalty in the elegant rooms of what was once the Queen of England\'s personal cruise liner and Britain\'s ambassadorial ship overseas.

Grab your camera and head for the hill that features monuments, superb views and the seat of the Scottish government.

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.