10 BEST Christmas Things to Do in Edinburgh

Discover the 10 best Christmas things to do in Edinburgh — from magical light trails and glowing castles to donut tours and torchlit parades. Whether you're visiting for the markets, the ice bar, or festive nights at the Botanics, this guide reveals the most unforgettable ways to experience Edinburgh’s Christmas. Don’t miss the #1 spot most tourists completely overlook. My Recommendations: (0:00) 10 Best Christmas Things to Do in Edinburgh (0:17) Edinburgh Christmas Market (0:58) George Street Ice Rink (1:30) Polar Ice Bar (2:01) Christmas Walking Tour - https://gyg.me/zA0mCHpS (2:40) The Castle of Light (3:15) Christmas at the Botanics (3:44) Torchlight Procession (4:25) Live Orchestra Christmas Film Screenings (4:56) Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns - https://gyg.me/AqXfflvi (5:31) Holiday Donut Adventure Tour - https://gyg.me/RTqsNT2F Wanna see more of European Christmas? I've got you: ▶️ European Christmas Travel Guide Playlist:    • Magical Christmas in Europe | Ultimate Tra...   More Helpful Resources: 📌 FREE Edinburgh Travel Guide Map with BONUS Recommendations: https://stats.sender.net/forms/e7vAwd... ▶️ Edinburgh Travel Guide YouTube Playlist:    • Byron Bay Australia Travel Guide   ▶️ Scotland Travel Guide YouTube Playlist:    • Australia Travel Guide   ✈️ Become a member & get access to exclusive travel content:    / @travelsunfiltered   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Favorite Travel Sites: ✈️ Cheap Flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/BnAVLL 🏨 Cheap Accommodation: https://www.agoda.com/partners/partne... 🏨 + ✈️ Best Vacation Packages: https://prf.hn/l/Kj0YWMR/ 🗺️ Best Trips for 18-35 Year Olds: https://contiki.sjv.io/09OMaV 📍 Best Multi Day Tours & Trips: https://insightvacations.sjv.io/6yqQZr 🏞️ Cheap Day Tours: https://gyg.me/2yh48XOc 🏛️ Best Things To Do: https://www.viator.com/Edinburgh/d739... 🚗 Car Rental Deals: https://www.discovercars.com/?a_aid=t... 📱 Best E-Sim: https://airalo.pxf.io/Qjz2LY 💸 Best Travel Debit Card: https://wise.prf.hn/l/8j5ybZJ/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find us on other platforms: Our Website: https://www.travelsunfiltered.com/ Instagram:   / worldtravelsunfiltered   TikTok:   / travelsunfiltered   For Business Enquiries Contact: [email protected] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Credits: 📁 Project Manager, Researcher, Script Writer, Presenter, Videographer: Desi Mantikas 🖥️ Video Editor: Megan Cannon 🎨 Thumbnail Designer & Marketing: Desi Mantikas Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through those links. This comes at no extra cost to you.