Edinburgh

I was pleasantly surprised with a day in Glasgow from Edinburgh. I’ll admit, I had pretty low expectations for a day trip to Glasgow.

Edinburgh in October is hands down beautiful! The leaves are starting to change colour, there’s a lack of midges and tourists. But all that comes at a cost – colder weather and shorter days!

Let’s be real, a trip to Scotland just wouldn’t be complete without visiting at least some castles near Edinburgh.  There are so many options, more-so than you can possibly imagine! You don’t even have to limit yourself to castle ruins in Scotland either, there are tons of abbeys (especially on a trip to the Scottish …

A one-day road trip to St. Andrews from Edinburgh is the epitome of a day in Scotland. It has it all! Castle ruins, stunning (sunset) views, and there’s even golf for those interested!

When you look up what to do in Edinburgh, you might come across Leith as a hidden gem. But, here’s the truth about Leith…

For my trip to Scotland, I won’t lie, one of my main priorities was to see at least one highland cow while I was there. Here are the best places to spot a highland cow in Scotland.

When visiting Edinburgh, like any city, you have to visit the top attractions. But, if you have some extra time, or it’s your second time visiting, I found 10 hidden gems that worth checking out.

North Berwick (that’s Berwick with a silent ‘W’) is the perfect coastal escape from city life. It was a recommendation from a local Scott we met while hiking Arthur’s Seat, and we were so happy we took his advice!

Like any proper Scottish town, you’ll find a golf course, castle ruins, and nature to enjoy. But what sets North Berwick apart is the outstanding coastal views and extensive sea life.

Built in the mid 1300s, Tantallon Castle sits on the edge of the sea cliffs just outside North Berwick. It’s a must-do activity to see if you’re visiting this coastal city.

The only problem is that it can prove to be pretty hard to get to if you don’t have a car. I’ll take you through your alternative options: busing and walking.

Edinburgh is such an underrated city to visit and there’s just so much to discover. I fell in love after learning these fascinating Edinburgh fun facts so I thought, why not share them with you!

Did you know they host the worlds largest arts festival (Fringe Festival)? Or that it’s the capital of a country with a unicorn as its national animal?