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From | To | Fare type | Dates | Price |
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| Halifax (YHZ) | Edinburgh (EDI) | Round trip / Economy | 27 09 2025 - 14 10 2025 | From CAD 1,821 Viewed 1 day ago |
| Vancouver (YVR) | Edinburgh (EDI) | Round trip / Economy | 08 12 2025 - 16 12 2025 | From CAD 1,825 Viewed 14 hrs ago |
| Vancouver (YVR) | Edinburgh (EDI) | Round trip / Economy | 20 12 2025 - 04 01 2026 | From CAD 2,468 Viewed 23 hrs ago |
*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 72hrs and may no longer be available at the time of booking. We display fares for Economy Light as standard but it is possible to change your class of service during the booking process. You can also add baggage, meals and extra legroom to your trip during booking.
Visiting Edinburgh
Introduction to Edinburgh
Welcome to Edinburgh, the Scottish capital that effortlessly blends old with new and throws in a few surprises, too. It's a city of literary legends, phenomenal festivals, delicious dining, and more. The icing on the cake is a dramatic castle atop a hill.
Icelandair has added Edinburgh to its network: from September 12, 2025 until April 12, 2026, we fly three to four times a week to Edinburgh from Iceland and North America. Book now for your chance to explore this treasure-filled city – maybe you fancy celebrating Hogmanay (New Year's Eve) in true Scottish style? Before you get acquainted with the history and festivals of Edinburgh, how about unearthing some of Reykjavík’s city secrets? When you book a flight to Edinburgh with Icelandair you can add a stopover in Iceland at no additional airfare.
Exploring Edinburgh
Edinburgh is famous for the Royal Mile, a street that runs through the heart of the Old Town, connecting Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a base of volcanic rock, with the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the British monarch's official Scottish residence. It’s one stretch with different names: the streets making up the Royal Mile are (west to east) Castlehill, Lawnmarket, High Street, Canongate, and Abbey Strand.
Edinburgh’s center has two distinct personalities: the Old Town and New Town. The medieval Old Town is rich in atmosphere, with the Castle as its crowning glory plus plenty of narrow laneways and tiny squares. Across a small valley, the New Town is ‘new’ only in name; it in fact was built in stages between the 1760s and 1850s. It's full of elegant Georgian buildings and the city's main shopping stretch, Princes Street.
Attractions in Edinburg
Looming over the city is Scotland’s most-visited attraction: Edinburgh Castle, standing on Castle Rock (the remnants of an old volcano). This magnificent landmark dates from the 12th century and has a long, rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison, and fortress – so the storytelling opportunities here are worth the cost of admission (buy your ticket in advance). Inside you’ll find the Royal Apartments, the Stone of Destiny, the Scottish Crown Jewels, prison vaults, and the oldest building in Edinburgh (St Margaret’s Chapel, built around 1130). Don't miss the 1 o'clock gun, fired every day except Sundays.
Other popular city attractions include the National Museum of Scotland, an absorbing ode to Scottish history and culture; and the Royal Yacht Britannia, Queen Elizabeth II’s former floating palace.
Activities in Edinburgh
Walking is the best activity in Edinburgh. It's a city of grand outlooks, and a bit of uphill exertion comes with great rewards. The views of the rooftops and Royal Mile from the Castle balcony are memorably photogenic. Arthur’s Seat is one of the city’s best-known vantage points – it’s a 251-meter (823ft) hill in the grounds of Holyrood Park. Be aware, though, that the 45-minute hike to the summit involves more than just a stroll.
Calton Hill is another renowned landmark, and a short, steep climb gives you great views of the Royal Mile, from palace to castle, and of Arthur’s Seat. You can admire the numerous monuments here – the most famous is the National Monument, designed as a replica of the Parthenon in Athens. Funding ran out and it was never completed, leading to the nicknames 'Edinburgh’s Folly' or 'Edinburgh’s Shame'.
Dining in Edinburgh
The capital’s new openings and creative chefs have grabbed recent attention, with Edinburgh winning accolades as a foodie city of note. From Michelin-starred menus to casual wine bars, fine local produce often takes center stage in farm-to-table fare. Fertile neighborhoods for great eating options include Southside, Leith, Stockbridge, and West End.
Never fear, the city still loves its traditional Scottish cuisine, such as haggis (served with neeps and tatties, aka turnip and potatoes), or time-honored fish and chips. Sample local favorites such as Cullen skink, a creamy soup of smoked haddock and potatoes, and cranachan, a dessert of cream and fresh raspberries served with Scottish oats and whisky. And if you’re looking for a pint of beer or a dram of whisky by a roaring fire, there are plenty of cozy old pubs to discover.
Shopping in Edinburgh
There aren’t many cities in the world where the prime shopping street boasts an uninterrupted view of an ancient castle, but Princes Street does just that! It’s home to plenty of boutiques and department stores. Scattered around the city is an abundance of stores offering stereotypical Scottish souvenirs (tartan and bagpipes? Check.) First-rate items to take home include local whisky, fine woolen items, and traditional foods like shortbread.
Books are big business here, too. In 2004 Edinburgh became the first UNESCO City of Literature (fun fact: Reykjavík became one in 2011). Countless leading lights in literature have called the city home, from Robert Burns to Walter Scott. In more recent times, Harry Potter was born here, joining a long list of local characters such as Sherlock Holmes, Peter Pan, and Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Getting around the city
Despite the hills and the cobblestones, Edinburgh is an easy city to navigate on foot, and walking is the best way to get a feel for the charming Old Town nooks and crannies. Parking in the city is limited and costly, so leave your car rental in a safe place and take a public bus into the center. Buses run 24 hours a day and are frequent. There’s nothing quite like sitting on the top deck of a double-decker bus with a view of Princes Street Gardens below you and Edinburgh Castle overhead.
There's a handy tram route that runs from Edinburgh airport, through the heart of the city center, then on to seaside Leith, Ocean Terminal, and Newhaven. Trams run frequently, every 7 to 10 minutes. The airport lies about 13km or 8 miles west of the city center, and frequent buses also connect the two.
Travel beyond Edinburgh
Edinburgh makes a fantastic base for exploring Scotland, and there's a great range of destinations you can choose for a day tour – including friendly rival city Glasgow, just over an hour west and easily reached by car or train.
You might like to explore the Scottish Highlands, discovering castles, lochs (lakes), and glens (valleys). Choose from renowned destinations such as the mysterious Loch Ness, the spectacular Loch Lomond, and the deep valley and towering mountains of Glencoe. Got a thing for charming small villages? Take an easy trip to South Queensferry, Linlithgow, or North Berwick, all within an hour of Edinburgh. Whisky lovers can indulge their passion on a tour of local distilleries, while golf fans can play a round at Saint Andrews, the oldest and most iconic golf course in the world.
