@meltravelpov: EDINBURGH SCOTLAND: 2 DAYS (NO BACKTRACKING) Plan the perfect 48 hours in Edinburgh with this efficient, no-backtracking guide! From medieval closes to royal yachts, here is how to see the best of Scotland’s capital. 📍 Day 1: Royal History & Medieval Closes 1. The Royal Mile: Start at the High Street section (5-10 min walk from Edinburgh Waverley via Market St). 2. Edinburgh Castle: A 5-minute walk from St Giles' Cathedral. (Entry: £19.50 - Book in advance!) 3. Victoria Street & Grassmarket: Walk down the steps to find the "real" Diagon Alley. 4. Princes St. Gardens: Use the Playfair Steps for a low-angle shot of the castle. 5. Calton Hill: A 10-minute walk from the east end of Princes Street for the best sunset views. 📍 Day 2: Scenic Hikes & Royal Tides 1. Arthur’s Seat: Take bus 35/36 from Waverley to the Scottish Parliament, then a 35-min hike to the peak. 2. Holyroodhouse Palace: Located at the foot of the Royal Mile. (Entry: £20.00) 3. Royal Yacht Britannia: Take the Leith-bound tram to Ocean Terminal. (Entry: £19.50) 4. The Mound: Finish with a 2-minute walk south from the Princes Street tram stop. 🚆 How to Get Around & Save Money • Lothian Buses & Trams: Use the "Tap-Tap-Cap" system. Just tap your contactless card/phone for every journey, and it automatically caps your daily fare at the cheapest rate (£5.20 for all-day travel). • Walking: Edinburgh is a very hilly but walkable city. Stick to the "No Backtracking" route in this video to save your legs! #Edinburgh #VisitScotland #TravelGuide #EdinburghItinerary #ScotlandTravel
