This is Scotland’s official website for information on cities to visit, including where they are on the map, how many annual visitors they see each year, and links to the Visit Scotland page for each.
Scotland’s official tourism website, Visit Scotland has been referenced many times throughout this guide. This website is the most accurate and up to date reference for any and all information pertaining to visiting Scotland.
Taking place every August, Fringe is a festival to celebrate the arts and culture that takes over the city of Edinburgh. Visit the official website to learn more about the festival, see dates and schedules, and book tickets.
Hogmanay is the Scottish word for New Year. Edinburgh's Hogmanay is an annual New Year’s celebration and street party taking place throughout the city of Edinburgh. If you’re going to be in Edinburgh over the holiday, this is worth exploring. Visit the official website to learn more about the event and book tickets for the street party if interested.
BBC Three. (2018, March 20). Things not to say to Scottish people [Video]. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeUcgXyKc6Y
Looking for more inspiration all in one place? Check out the following travel guides from popular travel organizations to help you as you plan your trip:
Travel + Leisure Scotland Travel Guide
Lonely Planet's Scotland Guide
The Visit Scotland website has some great suggestions and resources for planning day trips from a home base of Edinburgh.
Viator is a website that offers tours and excursions to various popular sites and destinations around the world. Explore their offerings in Scotland to plan and book excursions and tours during your visit. Travel and entrance fees are usually included in the excursion price.
Visit Scotland: @visitscotland
Scotland Is Now: @scotlandisnow
This is Edinburgh: @thisisedinburgh
Hidden Scotland: @hiddenscotland
Exploring Edinburgh: @exploringedinburgh
If you’re looking for a physical guide book to take with you on your trip, take a look at these options below.
Rick Steves Scotland by 
Fodor's Essential Scotland by 
Lonely Planet Scotland by