Edinburgh Airport 22 min
Edinburgh Castle (36 min)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. Forth Bridge (16 min)
1.5-mile long, twin-towered railway bridge, opened in 1890 & crossing the Forth estuary. Blackness Castle (25 min)
15th-century fortress noted for its shiplike form & rampart views over the Firth of Forth. St Giles' Cathedral (35 min)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach. Edinburgh Zoo (25 min)
Large parkland zoo offering keeper talks, hands-on animal encounters and free hilltop safari rides. National Museum of Scotland (35 min)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe. Royal Yacht Britannia (35 min)
Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years. Scott Monument (38 min)
Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (36 min)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Firth of Forth (19 min)
Several rivers convene in this large estuary bordered by shoreline towns & notable bridges. The Real Mary King's Close (35 min)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides. Palace of Holyroodhouse (38 min)
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques and relics. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (29 min)
Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. Royal Mile (36 min) Calton Hill (39 min)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle. | 
