Edinburgh Traveler's Guide

Museums and Galleries

• National Museum of Scotland
• National Gallery of Scotland
• National War Museum of Scotland
• Camera Obscura, World of Illusions
• The Library of Mistakes
• The Anatomical Museum, at the University of Edinburgh
• Writer’s Museum
• Museum of Childhood

...and many more!

Edinburgh Castle

No trip to Edinburgh is complete without visiting Edinburgh’s famous castle. The castle and it’s location, Castle Rock, have a history older than Edinburgh itself; maps from the second century show settlements on Castle Rock. The castle has been the seat of many Scottish kings, and has withstood multiple wars and sieges. When you visit the Edinburgh Castle, not only do you get to see amazing architecture, you also learn all about Scotland’s vibrant history.

Learn more at www.edinburghcastle.gov.uk.

Princes Street

Looking for a souvenir, or a taste of the city life and food? Visit Princes Street, Edinburgh’s famous shopping thoroughfare. This street has been a center for Edinburgh life since the 1880s, due to its convenient location. When you’re done with city bustle, you can proceed to Princes Street Gardens, and enjoy your view of the city and castle.