And with its world class attractions – Edinburgh Castle, the Old and New Towns and beyond – tourists would surely still come regardless of the extra expense. At least 16 other local ...

Edinburgh is set to become the first city in Scotland to introduce a tourist tax after the Scottish government granted powers to local authorities to introduce visitor charges. Edinburgh’s city ...

The best time to visit Edinburgh is June through August when the average high temperatures rise to a balmy 65 degrees Fahrenheit. But this is also the city's busiest time for tourism, especially ...

A MAJOR rescue mission was launched following an incident at a tourist landmark in Edinburgh. Police and mountain rescue teams raced to Arthur’s Seat in the capital this afternoon. The ...

Artist Keith Crawley's goal is to make tiny replicas of every pub in Edinburgh. That's a tall order for a Scottish city that boasts, according to some local tourism sites, at least 385 of them. " ...

PLANS for a major shake-up to a popular Edinburgh tourist attraction have been axed following huge backlash. Earlier this month Unique Assembly, the company behind the capital's popular Christmas ...

Edinburgh is not short of history, culture and hidden gems, especially this overlooked landmark which is only a few minutes' drive from the bustling city centre ...

Praised for its rich history, stunning hilltop views and the iconic 1pm cannon firing, Edinburgh Castle continues to draw ...

Edinburgh has been Scotland's capital since the 15th century. With a huge part of its center listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, there's something to explore around practically every corner of ...

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A national tourism campaign has called on Edinburgh City Council to scrap its plans for a 5% tourist tax, warning that the charge could put off overnight visitors and risk damaging the local economy.

Exercise caution for pickpockets in tourist areas, but keep in mind that Edinburgh's low crime rate make pickpockets uncommon in comparison to other big European cities.