Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and one of the most beautiful historic cities in the United Kingdom. Located on Scotland’s east coast, it combines a medieval atmosphere, elegant Georgian architecture, hilltop views, castles, museums, traditional pubs and a lively cultural scene. The city’s main landmark is Edinburgh Castle, which rises above the historic centre. Edinburgh is an ideal destination for a long weekend, a sightseeing trip, visiting festivals or as a gateway to exploring Scotland

Flights from Bratislava

You can fly from Bratislava to Edinburgh with direct Ryanair flights to Edinburgh Airport, with the airport code EDI. The direct air connection between Bratislava and Edinburgh operates during the summer timetable 3 times a week – on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The flight from Bratislava to Edinburgh takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes.

Transport from the airport

• Tram – Edinburgh Airport is connected to the city centre by tram. From the airport, you can travel to key stops such as Haymarket, Princes Street and St Andrew Square. The journey to the centre takes approximately 30–35 minutes, and trams run at regular intervals during the day.
• Airlink 100 – the Airlink 100 express bus connects the airport with the centre of Edinburgh, including stops such as Haymarket, Princes Street and St Andrew Square. The journey takes approximately 25–35 minutes, depending on traffic.
• Skylink buses – additional Skylink bus services also operate from the airport, connecting it with different parts of Edinburgh. They are practical especially if you are not travelling directly to the historic centre.
• Taxi / private transport – taxis and private transfers are available directly at the airport. The journey by car to the centre of Edinburgh takes approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
• Car rental – you can rent a car directly at the airport. This is a suitable option if you plan trips outside Edinburgh, for example to the Scottish Highlands, lochs, castles or the coast.

What not to miss in Edinburgh

When visiting Edinburgh, you should definitely not miss these places and experiences:

• Edinburgh Castle – the iconic castle on a rocky hill above the city and Edinburgh’s most famous landmark.
• Royal Mile – a historic street connecting Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse, full of shops, pubs, museums and narrow closes.
• Palace of Holyroodhouse – the official royal residence in Scotland, located at the end of the Royal Mile.
• Arthur’s Seat – an extinct volcanic hill offering one of the best views of the city and surrounding area.
• Calton Hill – a popular viewpoint with monuments and panoramic views of Edinburgh.
• Victoria Street – a colourful curved street with small shops, cafés and a photogenic atmosphere.
• National Museum of Scotland – a large museum with exhibitions on Scottish history, nature, science and culture.
• Princes Street Gardens – a green park in the city centre between the Old Town and New Town.
• Dean Village – a picturesque historic area by the Water of Leith, ideal for a peaceful walk.
• Scottish gastronomy – taste haggis, a Scottish breakfast, fish and chips, shortbread, local beers, whisky and traditional dishes in historic pubs.

Did you know?

Edinburgh is known as one of the world’s great festival cities. Every August, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe takes place here – the largest arts festival in the world, filling the city with theatre, comedy, music and street performances. When visiting, it is worth wearing comfortable shoes – the historic centre is full of hills, steps and cobbled streets, but the views from places such as Arthur’s Seat and Calton Hill are definitely worth it.