https://www.crownpropertiesedinburgh.co.uk https://www.crownpropertiesedinburgh.co.uk/first-timers-guide-to-edinburgh Visiting Edinburgh for the first time? Our guide to four essentials: Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill, with practical tips. <div data-rss-type="text"> <h3> <span> Four Edinburgh essentials for your first visit </span> </h3> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Edinburgh is a compact city, which makes it ideal for a first visit: most of the big sights are within walking distance of each other. If you only have a few days, these four are the ones we always recommend to our guests. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> 1. Edinburgh Castle. Sitting on Castle Rock at the top of the Royal Mile, the castle dominates the skyline and is the natural place to start. Book tickets online in advance, especially in summer and during the August festivals, and go early in the day to beat the queues. </span> </p> <p> <span> <span>  </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> 2. The Royal Mile. This historic street runs downhill through the Old Town from the castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Take your time: the narrow closes leading off either side are half the fun, and St Giles' Cathedral sits roughly halfway down. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> 3. Arthur's Seat. The ancient volcano in Holyrood Park gives you a proper hill walk without leaving the city. Wear sturdy shoes, allow a couple of hours for the round trip and bring a windproof layer, as it is breezy at the top even on a warm day. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> 4. Calton Hill. For a big view with a much shorter climb, head to Calton Hill at the east end of Princes Street. It is home to the National Monument and is one of the best spots in the city at sunset. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Planning a trip? Crown Luxury Edinburgh Apartments offers fully managed two, three and four bedroom apartments located in Edinburgh, with room for families and groups to stay together. Check availability and book direct on our website. </span> </p> </div> Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:48:38 GMT https://www.crownpropertiesedinburgh.co.uk/first-timers-guide-to-edinburgh thumbnail main image https://www.crownpropertiesedinburgh.co.uk/edinburgh-apartments-for-families-and-groups Why an apartment beats separate hotel rooms for families and groups visiting Edinburgh: more space, your own kitchen, laundry and everyone under one roof. <div data-rss-type="text"> <h3> <span> More space, a kitchen and everyone under one roof </span> </h3> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Travelling to Edinburgh with family or a group of friends? Booking several hotel rooms can split everyone up and leaves you with nowhere to gather in the evening. An apartment keeps the whole party together, and it usually makes the trip easier to organise too. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Space to spread out. Separate bedrooms mean children can go to bed while the adults stay up, and a living room gives everyone somewhere to relax together after a day of sightseeing. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> A kitchen of your own. Eating out for every meal adds up quickly with a group. With a fully equipped kitchen you can have breakfast at your own pace, cater for fussy eaters and save restaurants for the meals that matter. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Laundry on site. A washing machine means you can pack lighter, which is a real help on longer stays or when travelling with small children. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Room for bigger groups. Our apartments sleep between four and eight guests, and because several of them are on the same site, larger parties can book more than one and still stay side by side. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Crown Luxury Edinburgh Apartments offers fully managed two, three and four bedroom apartments located in Edinburgh. Check availability and book direct on our website, or get in touch on 07591 241693 if you are planning a group stay. </span> </p> </div> Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:48:16 GMT https://www.crownpropertiesedinburgh.co.uk/edinburgh-apartments-for-families-and-groups thumbnail main image