Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Edinburgh.

This latest edition uncovers the city’s most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from tumbling back in time to the royal days of Mary, Queen of Scots, at the Palace of Holyroodhouse; to exploring Calton Hill, an easy-to-hike hilltop with monuments, memorials and lung-filled viewpoints; and going on a cocktail crawl in trendsetting Queen Street in the New Town.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s Pocket Edinburgh travel guide:

Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 – 7 days
All-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Edinburgh effortlessly
Exciting ‘Three Perfect Days’ itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
Eat, drink and shop like a local wit