Edinburgh travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Edinburgh, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Expensive
- Currency
- Pound sterling (£).
- Emergency
- 999 or 112 for all emergencies.
Budget & costs
Edinburgh on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Edinburgh is moderately expensive, with high hotel prices in August during the festivals.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Edinburgh: airport transfers, tickets and tips
Edinburgh's compact old and new towns are best on foot.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Edinburgh safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Edinburgh is a safe city, and most visitors have no problems.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Edinburgh: month-by-month guide
May to September for the best weather and long daylight; August has the festivals but is also the most crowded and expensive.
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