City Break Getaways to Edinburgh

It may be chilly in Edinburgh but the city is warm hearted by nature and offers a welcoming and accessible place, easily explored at leisure on foot. Its compact size belies its wealth of attractions and historic sites that include over 500 years of royal history and more cultural venues per capita than anywhere else in the UK. It features grand Georgian mansions and a charming medieval quarter and its most commanding sight is Edinburgh Castle itself which sits proudly overlooking much of the city. A city break getaway to Edinburgh will see fascinating collections of art and a host of interesting museum exhibits. The variety is amazing with everything from archaeology, social history, architecture and even whisky!

 

 

Edinburgh is the hotbed of culture north of the border and a short break will witness classical concerts at the Usher Hall, opera, dance and traditional folk performances. It is also a Mecca for jazz and rock music fans with an incredibly vibrant live music scene. In fact Edinburgh shows the world how to put on a show and is rightly acclaimed worldwide as the festival city. A city break getaway to Edinburgh will be nothing short of spectacular during wild Hogmonay celebrations to see in the New Year or for the world famous Edinburgh International Festival. That irrepressible spirit lives on throughout the year with civic celebrations and festivities devoted to film, science, storytelling, art, dance and much more.

 

 

An Edinburgh city break getaway can easily get carried away with the many retail temptations on offer and many a short break has been devoted entirely to browsing its wonderful array of boutiques, gift shops and department stores. Visit elegant Princes Street for a glimpse through the wares of historic royal tartan outfitters and beautiful Caledonian gift emporiums. There is also an enticing range of designer outlet stores at nearby windswept Leith. Edinburgh city breaks are the ideal base for exploring a little of the picturesque Lothian countryside. Summer will see the lush rolling hills filled with horseback riders, walkers, anglers and golfers all making the most of the pleasant sunshine and inspiring scenery.