Sustainable and Affordable Coach Trips to Edinburgh

Edinburgh offers so many ways to save money. Plenty of galleries and museums are free of charge, as well as some tourist attractions too. Edinburgh is also one of six world heritage sites in Scotland, making it a great place to photograph.

Free museums include The People's Story Museum and The National Museum of Scotland. Also free is The Museum of Childhood, which is the first museum in the world dedicated to childhood.

After a few hours of travel time on a coach, you'll probably want to stretch your legs! Edinburgh is the type of city that is beautiful to explore by foot and sightsee. From the cobbled streets of the Royal Mile to the oasis of Dean Village (a short walk from Princes Street), there's so much to see. Pentland Hills Regional Park offers both easy strolls and challenging hikes that offer a fantastic view of the city too.

Speaking of views, a hike to the famous Arthur's Seat is a great welcome to Edinburgh. Once you reach the top, you'll find beautiful panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle the skyline as a reward.

Did you know there's a hidden city under Edinburgh? You can explore this by booking an Underground Vaults tour, where you'll hear tales of witches, ghosts and more.

Harry Potter fans can visit Tom Riddle's grave in Greyfriars Kirkyard and explore Harry Potter-themed shops in the city. The Cauldron also runs magical immersive cocktail/potion making.

Hogmanay - Scotland's way of celebrating New Year's Eve - is the most famous and major event in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Christmas markets and winter festivals also attract thousands of visitors each year.

Other annual events include the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Royal Highland Show and the Edinburgh International Film Festival.

If you're planning to take a coach to Edinburgh in 2024, there are plenty of events to choose from. Taylor Swift brings her Eras Tour to the city in June and you can catch The Pretenders live in February.

Edinburgh Castle is a must-do in Edinburgh. Dating all the way back to the Iron Age, this historic castle is a great pick for history buffs. It also stands on Castle Rock overlooking the city, so it offers lovely views across Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Zoo is another popular tourist spot and the only UK location to see giant pandas! The 82-acre zoo is also home to lions, zebras and giraffes.

The Real Mary King's Close is a historic 17th-century underground street and a fun travel experience. Group travellers can choose from different themed tours, including A Dram Of History tour which includes a whisky experience.