Hotel and travel information for Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and is recognised as such since at least the 15th century. It has a medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town with gardens and neoclassical buildings. The city has long been a centre of education, particularly in the fields of medicine, Scottish law, literature, philosophy, the sciences and engineering. The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1582, is considered one of the best research institutions in the world. The city is a cultural centre, and is the home of the National Museum of Scotland, the National Library of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery. The city's historical and cultural attractions have made it the UK's second-most visited tourist destination. Visit Edinburgh