#125 Steal these ideas for your Edinburgh trip? Tune in here, people!

In this Everyday Bucket List episode, we explore budget-friendly and free places to visit in Edinburgh.

We cover:

• Budget-friendly Edinburgh activities
• Top sights and scenic spots
• Food, drink, and local flavor

Travel to Edinburgh with me! This episode explores how to enjoy Edinburgh, Scotland on a budget while still having a rich and memorable experience. It highlights top attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Arthur’s Seat, the Royal Mile, and hidden gems such as Dean Village and St. Giles Cathedral.

Listeners get tips on affordable tours, free museums, and local food experiences—including trying haggis in an unexpected way. The episode also offers practical advice on pacing your itinerary, navigating the city’s hilly terrain, and planning for unpredictable weather.

Whether you're an amateur traveler or a pro like Rick Steves, get a mix of indoor and outdoor activities to do. Plus, find out how to make the most of a trip without spending a fortune. Ideas for every traveler, including families with kids and those with mobility challenges. If you're looking to have a family bucket list adventure, I have some tips for age-appropriate ideas from my perspective as a parent.

 

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Read the blog post (show notes): https://karencordaway.com/budget-friendly-free-places-to-visit-edinburgh-scotland/

 

Binge-listen to my Travel to Europe playlist https://spoti.fi/3yDYgXA

Binge-listen to my Seasonal Bucket List playlist https://bit.ly/3SPiiVN

Binge-listen to my Summer Bucket List Ideas Playlist https://spoti.fi/4dHAaKf

 

Listen to these episodes next:

• 2 Day Dublin Itinerary: What to Do in & Around Dublin City Centre (Ep 104)
• Things to Do in London, England for First-time Visitors (Ep 98)
• My Experience Seeing U2 at The Sphere in Las Vegas & More (Ep 95)
• Easy Bucket List Ideas to Fit into Everyday Life (Ep 42)

 

RESOURCES:

• A walking tour with skip-the-line entry to Edinburgh Castle costs about $50 (£37), though prices vary. 
• Small Group Walking Tour of the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle roughly $69 (around £52) a ticket.
• Harry Potter-themed walking tour
• Grab a copy of  The Everyday Bucket List Book https://amzn.to/3vwxz2K
• If you'd like to support my work, check out https://buymeacoffee.com/edbl

 

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