Visiting The Royal Yacht Britannia Moored in the port of Leith, you can find one of Edinburgh’s most unique visitor attractions, the Royal Yacht Britannia. Sailed all over the world before being retired here, step aboard to get a glimpse at what life was like for the Royals and crew alike! What is the Royal […]
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Jun
Jun
An Introduction to Edinburgh Castle Seated atop an extinct volcano, right in the middle of the city, Edinburgh Castle is the capital’s most famous and significant landmark. The Defender of the Nation, and the seat of Scottish Royalty for a time, you can’t miss this on a trip to Edinburgh! Why and when was Edinburgh […]
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May
May
Why You Should Take a Free Walking Tour in Edinburgh We may be biased here, since free walking tours are the foundation of what we do here at Orange Tours, but we are genuinely passionate about them! They are an excellent activity to include in your itinerary when visiting a new city, and we’re going […]
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May
May
The Royal Mile In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, the Royal Mile is the most famous street in the city. Dating back to medieval times, and the street is full of remnants of history from over the centuries. Where is the Royal Mile and why is it important? The Royal Mile runs through the […]
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May
May
Using the Edinburgh Tram The Edinburgh tram network consists of one line, which was completed and opened to the public in 2014, and is a quick link between the airport and the city centre. Where can I travel on the tram? Many people choose the tram to travel between Edinburgh airport and the city centre […]
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May
May
Taking the Bus in Edinburgh Edinburgh has an extensive public bus network, making it quick and easy to travel around the city, and to the surrounding towns in Midlothian, West Lothian, and East Lothian. How do I take the bus in Edinburgh? There are two public transport operators for buses in Edinburgh, Lothian Buses and […]
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Apr
Apr
Taking a Taxi in Edinburgh Edinburgh taxis are easy and convenient to use, and the fastest way to get around, with plenty available at any time of day. What taxis are used in Edinburgh? Most of the Edinburgh taxis are the classic British ‘black cabs’, similar to those found in London and other UK cities. […]