Premier Inn Edinburgh

The gorgeous Scottish city of Edinburgh is famous for many reasons, but the most popular are likely its historic castle, impressive architecture, and the month-long Edinburgh arts festival and Edinburgh Fringe that draw visitors from all over the world.

Locals from the city of Edinburgh are often referred to as Edinburghers (pronounced ‘Edin-burgers’).

Edinburgh regularly tops studies as one of the world’s most beautiful cities, thanks in no small part to its stunning mix of old and new architecture, its stunning position surrounded by green hills and blue sea, and the imposing castle that towers over the cityscape. It’s no wonder the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995.

With a low crime rate and welcoming locals, Edinburgh is very safe to visit, even walking around at night. As always, pay attention to your own personal safety and ensure your possessions are safe at all times, but as a popular tourist destination, you don’t need to feel overly concerned in the city.

There’s so much to enjoy in and around the city, you could easily spend weeks discovering everything Edinburgh has to offer or whisk away on a quick weekend getaway. We’d recommend at least a couple of nights to really experience some of the city’s highlights.

There are no real restrictions on what you can and can’t wear in Edinburgh, so when packing you can make sure to simply match the weather and activities you’ll be enjoying. As the Scottish weather can be typically unpredictable, it’s worth bringing plenty of layers and some comfy shoes for exploring the city. Of course don’t forget your glad-rags if you’re planning to make the most of the city’s wonderful nightlife.

Edinburgh’s dining scene is deliciously diverse, with an eclectic mix from Michelin-starred restaurants to curry houses, pubs and cafes. You can try many Scottish delicacies in and around the city, including traditional haggis, cranachan pudding, Aberdeen Angus beef and the controversial deep-fried Mars bar. But it’s with seafood that the city truly shines, thanks to the abundance of fresh Scottish waters on the doorstep. Oysters, mussels and lobster are fresh and fantastic here, or you can try traditional Cullen skink, a thick smoked-fish soup.