From sunken streets and art galleries to royal ships and antique spying devices, this is Culture Trip’s pick of the very best attractions in Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh

20 Must-Visit Attractions in Edinburgh

Edinburgh spoils its visitors for choice with things to do and places to see. Find out how to maximise your time with this two-day itinerary to Scotland’s fascinating capital.

How To Spend 48 Hours in Edinburgh

Explore the winding paths and cobbled streets of Edinburgh's Old Town. Discover the best things to do and top sights to see along the Royal Mile.

Top 10 Things To Do And See Along Edinburgh's Royal Mile

Check Culture Trip’s guide to the best things to do in Edinburgh’s Old Town, from pub crawls to historical tours.

Top Things To Do in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Culture Trip shares 13 of the best day trips from Edinburgh that will help you discover the highlights of Scotland (without the hassle).

The 13 Best Day Trips From Edinburgh

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Entwined with character, this city is a hybrid of natural beauty and urban wonders

Edinburgh is a bonny place. Towering spires give way to cobbled streets, winding down lamplit alleys flanked by townhouses. With the arrival of summer the city bursts to life, culminating in the popular Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It’s even pretty when it rains, warmed by laughter ringing from centuries-old pubs.

What truly makes Edinburgh beautiful are the people. Warm, quick-witted and fiercely proud, they bring passion to their city’s culture. Get swept away by the rugby crowds at Murrayfield Stadium or the boom of bagpipes at the Edinburgh Tattoo. You may come to Scotland’s capital a tourist, but you’ll leave a friend.

Insider Travel Guide to Edinburgh

The city’s grandest building is the 12th-century Edinburgh Castle, perched on a sheer cliff atop the Royal Mile. A wander through Old Town’s charming Grassmarket will take you past colourful Victoria Street, where you can stop for a dram of whisky. When the sun’s out, head for stunning Holyrood Palace before conquering the summit of Arthur’s Seat. Back in town, don’t skip the National Museum of Scotland or numerous art galleries. Next, sink down to the Edinburgh Dungeon or Blair Street Underground Vaults, where body snatchers Burke and Hare did their dastardly deeds. Last, it wouldn’t be Edinburgh without a touch of magic – apparate yourself to the Witches’ Well to ruminate on the city that inspired Harry Potter.

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Whichever of the area's gorgeous beaches you choose to stay on, these are the best hotels for getting away from it all on Thailand's Railay Beach.

Asia

Thailand

The 10 Best Hotels in Railay Beach

Are you planning a trip to Koh Phi Phi, Thailand? You might like to check out our helpful guide before you go.

A Guide to Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

Check out the most stunning, charming, and peaceful riverside towns and villages in Thailand to add to your travel list.

10 Beautiful Riverside Towns and Villages in Thailand

This condom-themed restaurant is one that you simply cannot be missed while you're visiting Bangkok - it's unique, and with great food.

Bangkok

Cabbages & Condoms: Bangkok's Contraceptive-themed Restaurant

Bangkok has so much more than skyscrapers and urban decor if you look hard enough. Here, a look at at the island of Ko Kret, an oasis from the city.

Everything You Need to Know About Ko Kret, the Quieter Side of Bangkok

Been to Chiang Mai? Read our guide on 11 other amazing places to check out in Northern Thailand.

Chiang Mai

11 Awesome Places in Northern Thailand (That Aren't Chiang Mai)

If you are looking to travel from Thailand's mountainous north to the beaches of the south, here's a helpful guide on how to travel within Thailand.

North to South: How to Travel Within Thailand

In the aftermath of the string of eleven bombings throughout Thailand, we ask, is it still a safe country to visit?

Is It Safe to Travel in Thailand?

What do David Beckham and a Thai Buddhist temple have in common? Find out by reading our guide to Bangkok's David Beckham Temple.

A Guide to Bangkok's David Beckham Temple

Explore the dazzling underwater world of the Andaman Sea and go snorkelling at Thailand's Koh Rok. 

The 5 Best Snorkelling Spots in Koh Rok, Thailand

Culture Trip explores Thailand's artistic talent through the works of three local artists.

Meet Three Local Artists from Mae Sot, Thailand

With so many options to choose from, how do you know which restaurants are the best? Fret not, as we've found the top 10 restaurants in Banglamphu.

The 10 Best Restaurants In Banglamphu, Bangkok

Put together Chiang Mai's rich culinary scene and its large French community and voilà – you get some of the best French restaurants in the country.

The Best French Restaurants In Chiang Mai, Thailand

Learn more about the beautiful ruins and influences from one of Thailand's powerful ancient kingdoms: Sukhothai.

Sukhothai: Exploring Thailand's Ancient Golden City

The Chao Phraya River is the lifeblood of both Bangkok and much of up-country Thailand, and the water that flows along it has travelled a long way by the time it reaches the Thai capital. The river itself also has a colourful history - here's what you need to know.

The Winding Story of Bangkok's Chao Phraya River

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