10Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh comes alive during the festive season with its Edinburgh Christmas Festival, which spreads holiday cheer across the city. The famous Princes Street Gardens hosts an enchanting Christmas market, complete with rides, an ice skating rink, and a Ferris wheel offering breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle. The city’s iconic architecture and medieval streets are beautifully adorned with twinkling lights, while visitors can warm up with a glass of hot toddy or enjoy traditional Scottish treats like cranachan. Edinburgh also hosts a Hogmanay Festival around New Year’s, adding to the holiday festivities.

Highlights:

  • Christmas market at Princes Street Gardens
  • Views of Edinburgh Castle from the Ferris wheel
  • Traditional Scottish holiday foods and drinks
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