Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Edinburgh.

This latest edition uncovers the city’s most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from tumbling back in time to the royal days of Mary, Queen of Scots, at the Palace of Holyroodhouse; to exploring Calton Hill, an easy-to-hike hilltop with monuments, memorials and lung-filled viewpoints; and going on a cocktail crawl in trendsetting Queen Street in the New Town.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s PocketEdinburgh travel guide:

Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 daysAll-new structure and designthat’s easy to use so you can navigate Edinburgh effortlesslyExciting ’Three Perfect Days’ itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of EdinburghExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area’s personality and unique experiencesGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Edinburgh Castle to the National Museum of Scotland and Trinity HouseEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Covers: Old Town, Holyrood & Arthur’s Seat, New Town, West End & Dean Village, Stockbridge, Leith, South Edinburgh

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Edinburgh.