Edinburgh Action & adventure, People + Sunset & sunrise pictures

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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?

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.

Housed in an old noble’s city mansion and hidden away in a quiet courtyard, this museum provides an enlightening look at the lives of Scotland’s most famous writers.

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.

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

Enjoy a barrel ride, talks and tasting sessions in this lively museum devoted to Scotland\'s famous amber nectar.

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.

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.

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

Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.

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

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.

Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.

Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.

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.