If you are looking for a weekend guide to Edinburgh for first time visitors then you have come to the right place! In this guide, I will go through all the best things to do in Edinburgh in 48 hours. 48 hours may not seem like much, however, with this guide I will make sure you get the most out of your 48 hours in Edinburgh!
How to spend a weekend in Edinburgh
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Kristina Bosjanoks
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Cozy cafe
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90 m (0.1 mi)
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Dark Rainy Photo Spot
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Skyline
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Iconic monument
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1.6 km (1 mi)
7 min
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Edinburgh Castle Photo Viewpoint
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2.1 km (1.3 mi)
8 min
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Great photospot
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174 m (0.1 mi)
1 min
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Historic cathedral
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13 m (0 mi)
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Window view of Edinburgh
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