Useful Apps

Lothian Buses

The official app for Edinburgh’s bus network. Use it to check routes, live departure times, and service updates.

Google Maps

Essential for navigating the city on foot, by public transport or by car.

ScotRail

Useful if you’re planning day trips from Edinburgh to places like Stirling, North Berwick, Glasgow, Inverness, or Aberdeen. You can check train times and buy tickets directly through the app.

GetYourGuide

A great app for booking tours, attractions, and activities in Edinburgh and around the world.

Our discount code: "TWOADVENTURESEEKERS5"

• Gives you 5% off your first booking through the app

• Works for any activity worldwide, not just in Scotland

Download the app:
https://gyg.me/twoadventureseekers-app

OpenTable

Perfect for reserving restaurants in Edinburgh, especially during weekends and peak travel seasons.

TheFork

Another useful restaurant booking app that sometimes offers discounts at participating restaurants.

Historic Scotland

A useful app for anyone planning to visit Scotland’s castles, historic sites, and ancient monuments. You’ll find information, opening times, and details about attractions across the country.

VisitScotland

Great for discovering attractions, hidden gems, events, and travel inspiration throughout Scotland.

Airalo

A convenient eSIM app that lets you access mobile data without needing a physical SIM card.

Use our code: "ADVENTURESEEKERS" to save money on your first purchase.

Download the app here: https://try.airalo.com/TwoAdventureSeekers

Windy

A fantastic weather app for Scotland. It provides detailed forecasts, rainfall radar, wind conditions, and cloud cover, which can be especially useful if you’re planning hikes.

Met Office Weather

The UK’s official weather service and often one of the most reliable weather forecasts for Scotland.

PeakVisor

A brilliant app for hikers. It helps identify mountains and landmarks around you using your phone’s camera.

AllTrails

Perfect for finding hiking routes, reading trail reviews and downloading maps for offline use.

TrustedHousesitters

A platform that connects travellers with homeowners looking for pet and house sitters.

It can be a fantastic way to stay in Edinburgh and other destinations for free in exchange for looking after someone’s home and pets.

Get 25% off your membership:
https://trustedhousesitters.pxf.io/e1VOaD

Uber

Widely available in Edinburgh and useful for late-night journeys or when public transport isn’t convenient.

XE Currency

Helpful for international visitors who want to quickly convert prices into their home currency.