8 fairytale castles near Edinburgh to visit – the best in the city and around

Stirling Castle from the West in late afternoon autumn sunshine.

If you’re visiting Scotland and you’re looking for castles to visit nearby to Edinburgh then you’re in luck because not only are there 3 that are in the city itself there are another 5 to choose from nearby that I have highlighted here in this guide. There are actually many more around Scotland that you … Read more

10 best hotels overlooking Edinburgh Castle in 2023 for all budgets

hotels overlooking edinburgh castle

If you’re looking for hotels overlooking Edinburgh castle then you’re probably aiming for a vacation that’s just a little bit special. With a view over that amazing skyline this is going to be a trip to remember – but which hotels overlook Edinburgh castle? Edinburgh is always a favourite city of mine. We recently visited … Read more

A helpful guide to visiting the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh

Visiting the Palace of Holyrood house in Edinburgh is one way to learn more about the Royal family as it is one of their official residences.

The history just seeps from the walls as you walk around the luxurious interiors of this Royal Palace in Edinburgh. You hear stories that take you all the way back to the 11th century, shock you when Mary, Queen of Scots was alive and intrigue you with the current royal family. I’m quite the fan … Read more