This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Edinburgh. It covers top attractions like Arthur's Seat, Scottish National Gallery and Castle Hill, as well as hidden gems, including the Museum of Childhood and Gladstone's Land. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This Mini Rough Guide to Edinburgh covers: The Old Town, The New Town, Edinburgh's villages and Excursions In this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selected for every kind of trip to Edinburgh, from cultural explorations in the New Town to family activities in child-friendly places, like Edinburgh Castle or or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Royal Mile. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONSCovers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Holyrood House, Edinburgh Festival and The Old Town and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions COMPACT FORMATCompact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Edinburgh HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture WHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities PRACTICAL MAPSHandy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONPractical information on Eating Out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURESInspirational colour photography throughout