Information about Edinburgh Airport

Facts about Edinburgh Airport

IATA:

EDI

ICAO:

EGPH

City:

Edinburgh

Region:

City of Edinburgh

Country:

Scotland

Country Code:

GB

Type:

Commercial Airport

Timezone:

Europe/London

Latitude:

55.950546

Longitude:

-3.360192

GPS Coordinates:

55°57' N, 03°22' W

Passenger Category:

International Airport

Role:

International Airport

The historical and tourist importance of the area

Edinburgh is internationally renowned for Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace and its UNESCO-listed Old and New Towns. The city also hosts major cultural events including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Nearby attractions include the Forth Bridges, the coastal villages of East Lothian and the Pentland Hills. Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park provide extensive walking opportunities within the city itself, while the wider Lowlands contain historic houses, castles and scenic countryside.

Food, shopping and when to visit

Edinburgh has an extensive culinary scene ranging from traditional Scottish restaurants and whisky bars to Indian, Italian, French, Japanese, Middle Eastern and other international cuisines. Princes Street, George Street and the Old Town provide major shopping and dining areas. Summer is especially lively because of the Edinburgh festivals, while spring and early autumn offer excellent conditions for sightseeing with somewhat fewer visitors. Museums, galleries and historic attractions operate throughout the year.

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