6 days in Edinburgh & London Itinerary

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sat): step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, then make a trip to The Royal Mile, and then steep yourself in history at Real Mary King's Close. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Sun): browse the exhibits of Royal Yacht Britannia, then learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, and then explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat.

For other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Edinburgh trip itinerary planner.

London to Edinburgh is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in April, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to travel to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

London is known for museums, nightlife, shopping, historic sites, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Coca-Cola London Eye, contemplate the long history of Tower of London, get a sense of history and politics at Houses of Parliament, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral.

To see other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our London trip planner .

Traveling by flight from Edinburgh to London takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. In April, daytime highs in London are 15°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can travel back home.