Is Edinburgh or Glasgow better for tourists?

Is Edinburgh or Glasgow better for tourists? Edinburgh seems more traditional and historic and has a great Pub Crawl; while Glasgow is more Arty and probably more trendy Music scene. You can get tours from both places. Look at Visit Scotland web site for some great visuals. Lots to do in Glasgow but Edinburgh offers more for first time visitors.

What food is Glasgow famous for?

Is Edinburgh a good tourist destination?

Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh is renowned for its heritage, culture, and festivals. Take a long walk around the center to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area's museums and galleries.

Is Glasgow or Edinburgh friendlier?

Scotland has done extremely well in the Index overall this year, with Edinburgh coming in first place and Glasgow in fourth. Seems like it's the place to be right now – so if you live there currently, congratulations! And if you don't, it may well be time to plan a visit.

Can you catch a train from Edinburgh to Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct train from Edinburgh to Glasgow. We usually find around 99 direct trains on the route from Edinburgh to Glasgow every weekday. There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 82 departures.

Is Glasgow good for tourists?

The city is home to some of Scotland's best cultural attractions and most of them are completely free! Explore Glasgow's music scene on a city walking tour, or uncover countless treasures inside its fantastic museums and art galleries.

Is Glasgow cheaper than Edinburgh?

Consumer prices in Edinburgh are 4.0% lower than in Glasgow (except rent) Consumer prices, including rent in Edinburgh, are 5.5% higher than in Glasgow. Rent prices in Edinburg are 30% higher than in Glasgow. Local purchasing power in Edinburgh is 10.4% lower than in Glasgow.

Is Edinburgh the prettiest city in the world?

Edinburgh has been named among the '25 Most Beautiful Cities in the World' by a renowned US travel magazine. New York-based Travel + Leisure, which has nearly five million monthly readers, included Scotland's capital in its 'by-no-means exhaustive list' of the world's most beautiful cities.

How do tourists get around in Edinburgh?

Once there, you can hop on the city's tram system or explore the city via bus or black cabs, which can be found on high streets (main thoroughfares) and other points of interests throughout town. Edinburgh's intimate size makes walking the best way to get around.

How many days in Edinburgh is enough?

For first time visitors, we recommend spending at least two or three days in Edinburgh, which will give you enough time to explore the city centre and see the main sites.