Hotels in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is Scotland's capital, sitting on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, and is famous for its medieval Old Town and Georgian New Town, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The climate is cool and rainy year-round, with summer highs around 65°F (18°C) perfect for hiking up Arthur's Seat for views of the city, and winter lows near 34°F (1°C) ideal for exploring the Royal Mile's closes and paying £19.50 to tour Edinburgh Castle, where you can see the Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny. Visit in August for the world's largest arts festival, the Edinburgh Fringe, with over 3,000 shows-but you'll pay premium prices, so come in May or September for fewer crowds and cheaper accommodation.