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The ultimate guide to backpacking Scotland

The ultimate guide to backpacking Scotland

  Made up of hundreds of miles of rugged wilderness, scattered with historic cities, quaint towns and magnificent monuments, Scotland has undeniable charm. There’s more to Scotland than you might already know and we’re here to uncover the country’s secret side. Lifting the lid on white sand beaches, awesome skiing trails, epic mountain biking spots,…

Fringe, film or tattoo: which Edinburgh festival suits your style?

Fringe, film or tattoo: which Edinburgh festival suits your style?

Have you heard about the Edinburgh Festival but not sure what it is? Or maybe your friends rave about the amazing shows at Edinburgh Fringe every August, but you don’t fancy sitting indoors all summer? No matter who you are or what you’re interested in, you will find an Edinburgh Festival that is perfect for…

Things to do for free in Edinburgh

Things to do for free in Edinburgh

Scotland’s capital is not only a haven for festivals, castles and haunted stories… it’s also renowned for being one of the world’s most welcoming cities. As you stroll through its cobbled streets and spend the afternoon in one of its traditional pubs meeting locals, you’ll realise that it’s hard to get bored here. If you…

10 insanely good cheap restaurants in Edinburgh

10 insanely good cheap restaurants in Edinburgh

Where to eat in Edinburgh? Despite what you may have been led to believe, Scotland’s food scene isn’t just about Haggis and whisky. In fact, Edinburgh is home to a wonderful array of inexpensive restaurants and cafes that will cater to your every culinary whim. Today we run through a few of our top picks…

Bars in Edinburgh – Your Favourite Top Edinburgh Bars

Bars in Edinburgh – Your Favourite Top Edinburgh Bars

The Scottish capital is home to a plethora of top-notch bars, pubs and clubs. To help get a better idea of which nightspots to try, we asked you about your favourite bars in Edinburgh over at our Hostelworld.com Facebook page . Here’s what you told us…     Bars in Edinburgh Old Town 3 Sisters Bei Wu says:…

15 Free Things to Do in Edinburgh

15 Free Things to Do in Edinburgh

Known for its festivals, castles and haunted tales, Edinburgh is one of the most welcoming cities in the world. Wandering around its cobbled streets, dropping into traditional pubs and meeting locals, you’ll soon see it isn’t hard finding things to do. If you’re not sure where to start, this guide is your go-to for awesome things…

3 Days in Edinburgh, Scotland

3 Days in Edinburgh, Scotland

Day 1  – Explore the Royal Mile The Royal Mile in Edinburgh’s charming Old Town is the perfect place to get acquainted with the Scottish capital. Incorporating four separate streets (Castle Hill, Lawnmarket, High Street and Canongate) it is brimming with free museums. Edinburgh’s largest cathedral, St Giles’ Cathedral can be found there too. Grab a…

5 Days in Edinburgh, Scotland

You are planning to go to the capital city of Scotland? Here is a list of what to visit in Edinburgh in 5 days. Read on! Day 1  – Get a grip The best way to acquaint yourself with a new city is to spend your first couple of hours there simply strolling around. And there’s…

Bonny Scotland in Just One Week

Day 1  – Get a grip Now if you have visited any other European capitals before you make it to Edinburgh, the transition to the way of life enjoyed by the natives usually comes as quite a shock to the system, unless of course you have visited Ireland first. Scottish natives enjoy a laid back way…

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