Edinburgh Airport 41 min
Palace of Holyroodhouse (27 min)
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques and relics. Holyrood Park (23 min)
Parkland around the slopes and crags of Arthur's Seat, with walking and cycling paths and a loch. Arthur's Seat (38 min)
Mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced, plus panoramic city & Firth of Forth views. Royal Yacht Britannia (32 min)
Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (34 min)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Scottish National Gallery (32 min)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (34 min)
Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. The Real Mary King's Close (34 min)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides. Edinburgh Castle (35 min)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. Scott Monument (33 min)
Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top. The Scotch Whisky Experience (34 min)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Royal Mile (29 min) Calton Hill (29 min)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle. National Museum of Scotland (31 min)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe. St Giles' Cathedral (33 min)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach. | 
