So, you’re thinking about going to Auld Reekie? Fine choice. Edinburgh is a medieval masterpiece. Once described as ‘The dream of a mad God’ there’s gothic beauty and smiley red-faced locals at every turn. It’s where Harry Potter was conjured up. And where the television was invented. Why would you want to invent a flashing box when you live in one of the world’s most beautiful cities?
Now, let’s get a few things out the way. Edinburgh is in Scotland. And Scotland can get cold. But that’s what coats and whisky jackets are for. Being in the north of the UK means you get better snow in winter. Which makes an already charming setting all the more romantic. Also, you might think, because it’s north, it’s cheap. Yes, it’s cheaper than London but more expensive than other Scottish cities. Finally, yes, the men do mostly wear underpants under their kilts.
When it comes to navigating the winding cobbles and wonky steps, Edinburgh is like a living museum so is best seen on foot. It’s also well connected to the rest of the UK and Europe. The train takes around four hours to London and you can fly to Paris in less than two hours. And if you want to explore the castles, beaches and distilleries of the Scottish Highlands, you can pick up day trips or even better – hire a car and make a road trip of it.
