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One of the best places to find Edinburgh hotels are off the Royal Mile near the entrance to the city's name sake castle. You can find many affordable yet luxurious hotels that will make your stay in Scotland's capital city. Edinburgh is full of beautiful scenery and fabulous shopping. It is a city filled with a wonderful of ancient and modern. The Royal Castle has a sweeping view of the city perched on top of hill overlooking the purple heather hills of Scotland and the skyline of the Gothic town below nestled into the valley. You can attend and tour Scottish Parliament which is open to the public. After, take a hike up the neighbouring cliffs and climbing paths to see all of Edinburgh in its glory. At night hit George Street for a mix of pubs and clubs dotted with tourists and locals alike. There is plenty to do in this university town with plenty of happy hours and drink specials there is never a need to go thirsty. There are top notch clubs including one called Sin which inside an old Church where you can dance night away in a former confessional or on the stripped down alter. Perhaps you would enjoy a nice meal out on the town. Edinburgh is home to a variety of great cuisine from classic Scottish meals to popular United Kingdom ethnic treats like a curry there is bound to be something to fit your fancy. The art scene is incredible with the National Portrait Gallery of Scotland and the gallery of Modern Art with many a Degas and Monet to inspire your inner impressionist. The museums are free and just another reason to visit Edinburgh for the great culture that can be experienced. Theatre is also a big part of local culture with many play houses and a world renowned annual fringe Festival where people come from all over the world to participate in the festival. Edinburgh is a city filled with delights and even few ghosts. Take a haunted tour downtown to experience the ghoulish past of the city and all that has changed since the days of Bloody Mary, Queen of the Scots. There is plenty to explore in the city's mysterious past. Scotland's capital city is a must visit year round that will inspire you to tour the Highlands, don a kilt and play out your inner Braveheart fantasies.
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