Buying airline tickets to Edinburgh lands you in one of Britain's most striking cities. Discover centuries of history in the cobbled streets of the Old Town. Dine and shop in style in the New Town, and enjoy the sea breeze of Leith.

Things to do

Travel to Edinburgh's medieval past in the Old Town's Real Mary King's Close and Edinburgh Castle. Collections at the New Town's Scottish National Portrait Gallery provide a journey through Scottish history. A climb up Arthur's Seat offers city views.

Shopping

Book flights to Edinburgh to discover unusual boutiques along the Royal Mile and Grassmarket in the Old Town. The New Town has grand old department stores, while the Farmers' Market sells delicious local honey.

Restaurants

It is worth booking a flight to Edinburgh just for the restaurants. Try Michelin-starred restaurants in Leith and oysters and venison in the Old Town. In the New Town, Franco-Scottish cuisine using fresh local produce is in vogue.

Nightlife

With a range of concerts and theatre at the Edinburgh Playhouse and other venues, a flight to Edinburgh for a city break can be filled with culture. Lounge in Old Town bars and party in New Town clubs.

When to go

KLM has frequent flights to Edinburgh. Airline tickets during August should be booked in advance when the Edinburgh Festival takes place. Enjoy the Hogmanay Scottish New Year celebrations or the solstice festival of Beltane in April.