{"id":672,"date":"2023-04-19T13:39:32","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T13:39:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/?p=672"},"modified":"2023-05-04T17:32:57","modified_gmt":"2023-05-04T17:32:57","slug":"edinburgh-how-to-visit-scotlands-historical-capital-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/edinburgh-how-to-visit-scotlands-historical-capital-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Edinburgh: How to visit Scotland&#8217;s Historical Capital on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Edinburgh is Scotland\u2019s most visited city, and rightfully so. With loads of museums, hikes, and pubs, Scotland\u2019s capital is unmissable. The city itself acts as an attraction, as the Old Town takes you back in time. It is also a budget friendly destination with plenty of free attractions and sites. This article will show you how to travel to Edinburgh on a budget!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I visited Edinburgh on a budget with my friend (a local) and collected some of my favorite activities in this article. The following sections will help you create your own itinerary if you are willing to make the most out of this beautiful city in only a few days! I spent two full days walking the Royal Mile and checking out classic museums, like the Scottish National Museum and the Scottish National Gallery. I also dedicated some time to hiking an ancient volcano within the city for nice views. The rest of this article will give you some first-hand knowledge on this amazing city from a budget-oriented point of view.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-82e09e\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Edinburghs Old Town from the castle parking lot\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinnexttochurch-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Panorama view of Edinburgh&#8217;s Old Town from the castle parking lot<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-33340e\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style6 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Things_to_do_in_Edinburgh_on_a_Budget\">Things to do in Edinburgh on a Budget<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Hike_up_to_Arthur\u2019s_Chair\">Hike up to Arthur\u2019s Chair<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Walk_the_famous_Royal_Mile\">Walk the famous Royal Mile<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Check_out_the_Sottish_National_Museum\">Check out the Sottish National Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Gaze_at_historical_artwork_in_the_Scottish_National_Gallery\">Gaze at historical artwork in the Scottish National Gallery<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Dive_into_local_culture_at_the_Edinburgh_Museum\">Dive into local culture at the Museum of Edinburgh<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Visit_some_famous_monuments_with_a_view_atop_of_Calton_Hill\">Visit some famous monuments with a view atop of Calton Hill<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Take_a_day_trip_to_either_Falkirk_or_Stirling\">Take a day trip to either Falkirk or Stirling<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Falkirk\">Falkirk<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Stirling\">Stirling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Take_a_train_to_Glasgow\">Take a train to Glasgow<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_visit_Edinburgh_on_a_budget\">How to visit Edinburgh on a budget<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Accommodation_\">Accommodation <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Breakfast_and_lunch_\">Breakfast and lunch <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Public_transport_\">Public transport <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Attractions_\">Attractions <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Conclusion_\">Conclusion <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#More_from_Scotland\">More from Scotland&#8230;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><a href=\"#\" class=\"ultp-toc-backtotop tocshow\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 492 287\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path transform=\"translate(0 -.96)\" d=\"m485.97 252.68-224.38-245.85c-4.2857-4.3102-9.9871-6.1367-15.585-5.8494-5.6186-0.28724-11.3 1.5392-15.586 5.8494l-224.4 245.85c-8.0384 8.0653-8.0384 21.159 0 29.225s21.081 8.0653 29.12 0l210.86-231.05 210.84 231.05c8.0384 8.0653 21.08 8.0653 29.119 0 8.0384-8.0645 8.0384-21.159 0-29.225z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Edinburgh_on_a_Budget\">Things to do in Edinburgh on a Budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Edinburgh may be one of Scotland\u2019s most expensive cities, but there are ways to avoid breaking the bank. The following sections are some places I visited while sticking to a tight budget, many of which are completely free!<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-1bae49\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Image\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinchair-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\"><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Hike_up_to_Arthur\u2019s_Chair\">Hike up to Arthur\u2019s Chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlight<\/strong>: Views from the top of the city<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Free! (Paid parking may affect this)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Holyrood Car Park (XR2J+F5, Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, United Kingdom)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arthur\u2019s Seat hike is a 2.4-mile loop that takes about 1.5 hours to complete. This is probably the best hike in the city and is a nice break from the crowds of the Royal Mile. It is also perfectly situated over the city, providing glorious views of the old town and the sea. The \u201cchair\u201d is the peak of the mountain that was formed from an ancient volcano that has been extinct for some time now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will want to park at Holyrood Car Park. The trail is very easy to follow from the parking lot. Depending on the time of year, you may have to pay for parking! Check out a preview of the route on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/trail\/scotland\/edinburgh\/arthurs-seat?u=i\">AllTrails<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-d494d9\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Arthurs Chair hike in Edinburgh\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinchar2-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Arthur&#8217;s Chair hike in Edinburgh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Walk_the_famous_Royal_Mile\">Walk the famous Royal Mile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Museum of Edinburgh, Gladstone&#8217;s Land, Edinburgh Castle, historic walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Costs<\/strong>: Free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Start at Edinburgh Castle (Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, United Kingdom), head towards the Palace of Holyrood Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The famous Royal Mile in Edinburgh\u2019s Old Town is a beautiful walk through history. Just shy of 2 km, the walk should be taken at a slow pace in order to fully grasp the architectural beauty of the city. It was a former route of the old kings and queens of the Scots but has not been used for processional reasons since the 18<sup>th<\/sup> century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Royal Mile will take you through the touristy part of the city, with countless souvenir shops, pubs, and restaurants. If you are looking for a cheap beer at a pub, avoid this area at all costs! Expect inflated prices as it is the main area in Scotland\u2019s most visited city.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-4f8547\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Edinburghs Royal Mile\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinroyalmile3-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Edinburgh&#8217;s Royal Mile<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-d19a4d\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Image\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinroyalmile-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">High Street <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Check_out_the_Sottish_National_Museum\">Check out the Sottish National Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Windows of the World Exhibit, Scottish Natural World Exhibit, Kinetic Clock, cheap backpack lockers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Free! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF, United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Scottish National Museum is a free museum located in the Old Town in Edinburgh. It is a budget-friendly activity because it is free entry! The museum is massive, and it is smart to pick and choose which exhibits to spend your valuable time in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend checking out the <em>Windows of the World<\/em> exhibit. Although not necessarily Scottish-focused, it provides interesting insight on the global influence that the British Empire has on the world. The <em>Scottish National World<\/em> exhibit is also worth a shout because it has a collection of fascinating volcanic rocks that formed the region. Keep a close eye when you first enter the museum so you can gaze at the Kinetic Clock, a sizeable clock that is meant to represent both the failures and achievements of the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Travel hack: backpack lockers in the city cost between \u00a36-10, but only \u00a35 if you leave it at a self-service locker in the museum. Keep in mind closing hours! This makes it a good place to drop your bag and kill some time before checking into your hostel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-386fe6\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Scottish National Museum \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinmuseum-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Scottish National Museum&#8217;s main room <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Gaze_at_historical_artwork_in_the_Scottish_National_Gallery\">Gaze at historical artwork in the Scottish National Gallery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlight<\/strong>: Poussin&#8217;s 7 Sacraments collection, Rocco to Revolution, room, French Modernism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL, United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Scottish National Gallery is a beautiful collection of artwork from all over Europe throughout history. The gallery starts on the ground floor and covers years 1300-1880. Each room is separated by a certain time period, taking you through time and how life was displayed through art as you walk through time. Make sure to check out <em>Poussin\u2019s 7 Sacraments<\/em> (1644-1648), a room that is dedicated to the 7 holy rites of the Catholic Church. Another interesting time piece was the <em>Rocco to Revolution<\/em> time period display that shifted towards a more creative era with a splash of propaganda towards the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Once you got your fix of old art, upstairs covers more modern art from 1880-1900s. Still, quite old, but much more familiar as the grow of love for nature is displayed clearly. The mood upstairs is much more relaxing and cheerful following the <em>French Modernism<\/em> phase in art history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the Scottish National Gallery should be at the top of any budget traveler\u2019s list of things to do in Edinburgh. It is a free museum that takes you through history in the lenses of artists.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-a718ee\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Scottish National Gallery\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinartexhibit-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Scottish National Gallery<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Dive_into_local_culture_at_the_Edinburgh_Museum\">Dive into local culture at the Museum of Edinburgh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: realistic city models, National Covenant of 1638. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adress<\/strong>: 142-146 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DD, United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Edinburgh Museum is a newer museum in the Old Town that highlights history of the city specifically. Most of the other museums in Edinburgh provide general Scotland or United Kingdom history, making the Edinburgh Museum unique to local tradition and history. The museum takes you through time as it starts with the oldest recollections of Edinburgh, then takes you through the more recent developments of the new town as it explodes in population and development in the 1700s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I enjoyed the National Covenant that is on display that called for all Scotts to band together against King Charles of England in 1638. It is a historic piece of writing that is well preserved for its age. There are also neat glass-cased displays of the layout of the city over various time periods, which I found particularly interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Edinburgh Museum will take you roughly 45 minutes to 1 hour to explore. This is another one of Scotland\u2019s free museums, so it is a fun thing to do while traveling to Edinburgh on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-bc452d\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Edinburgh Museum \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edincitymuseum-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Entrance to Edinburgh Museum <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Visit_some_famous_monuments_with_a_view_atop_of_Calton_Hill\">Visit some famous monuments with a view atop of Calton Hill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: National Monument of Scotland, sunset views of old town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5BN, United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calton Hill provides a more intimate view of Edinburgh, as it is lower than Arthur\u2019s Chair, but high enough to get a nice picture of the cityscape of the Old Town. It is also a beautiful grassy area that is quite relaxing or a city park. I recommend coming here for either a picknick or for the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calton Hill is also home to some famous monuments that tower over the city. The most prominent monument is the National Monument, which commemorates the Scot soldiers who died in the Napoleonic Wars. It may look very familiar because it was built based on the Parthenon in Greece, helping it gain the title of the <em>Athens of the North<\/em>. Unfortunately, due to a lack of funding, the monument has never been finished, but looks beautiful nonetheless.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-b79a44\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"National Monument Calton Hill\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edincoltonhill-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">National Monument on top of Calton Hill<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Take_a_day_trip_to_either_Falkirk_or_Stirling\">Take a day trip to either Falkirk or Stirling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Falkirk\">Falkirk<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: The Kelpies iron horses, Falkirk wheel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Cost of rental car, train, or bus. Entrance is free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Iron Kelpies (Falkirk FK1 1RA, United Kingdom), Falkirk Wheel (Lime Rd, Falkirk FK1 4RS, United Kingdom)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Falkirk is home to a famous canal shifter known as the Falkirk Wheel. It is located just northwest of Edinburgh. It connects the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal by a massive wheel rotation. Since the Union Canal is about 80 feet higher, Scottish engineers built the Falkirk Wheel in 2002 as part of the Millennium Link project. Falkirk is also home to the Kelpies, a massive horse head sculpture signifying the entrance of the eastern section of the Forth and Clyde. Falkirk is a bit hard to reach by train, as the monuments sit on different ends of the town. I recommend visiting this location with a car.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-f6681f\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"The Kelpies of Falkirk\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/glasfalkirk-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">The Kelpies of Falkirk on the Forth and Clyde Canal  <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Stirling\">Stirling<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Stirling Castle, National Wallace Monument, Cambuskenneth Abbey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Costs<\/strong>: \u00a320 castle entrance, \u00a320 train ticket to and from Edinburgh. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: Castle Wynd, Stirling FK8 1EJ, United Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also visit a historic city just north of Edinburgh known as Stirling. Stirling is home to Stirling Castle, the National Wallace Monument, the Cambuskenneth Abbey, and more. You can easily spend a whole day at the beautiful castle, as it acts as a museum and is probably one of the coolest museums I have ever been to. I loved it so much that I wrote an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/how-to-spend-a-day-trip-to-stirling-scotland\/\">article <\/a>about it. A round trip train ticket to Stirling will cost you about \u00a320. Make sure to buy your return ticket on the same transaction to save some money.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-f54011\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Stirling Castle view from a wall \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/stirling1-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Stirling Castle view from a wall <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Take_a_train_to_Glasgow\">Take a train to Glasgow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights<\/strong>: Live music, Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow Necropolis, Kelvingrove Art Museum<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Costs<\/strong>: ~\u00a330 round trip train ticket, plus other expenses <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glasgow is the cultural hub of Scotland. Loaded with museums, art galleries, famous pubs, and music venues, Glasgow is worth more than just a day in Scotland. Edinburgh and Glasgow are two must-see cities when visiting Scotland. A train to Glasgow leaves every could of minutes and you can purchase your train tickets directly at the station at a kiosk. If you are making a day trip, make sure to purchase a round-trip ticket rather than 2 one-way tickets as it will save you a couple quid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recently spent some time in Glasgow, so I have a separate article dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/glasgow-how-to-visit-scotlands-cultural-gem-on-a-budget\/\">budget traveling in Glasgow<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-0a715a\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"River Clyde Glasgow \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/glascover-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">River Clyde view from bridge in Glasgow <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_to_visit_Edinburgh_on_a_budget\">How to visit Edinburgh on a budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Edinburgh is a budget friendly destination, but due to its popularity, it is generally more expensive than the rest of Scotland. The following sections will provide first-hand insight on how to visit this beautiful city on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-0a1162\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"St Giles Cathedral \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinroyalmile2-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">St. Gile&#8217;s Cathedral along the Royal Mile<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Accommodation_\">Accommodation <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying in a hostel in Edinburgh is the best way to go as far as accommodation. Below is a list of the cheapest (not best) hostels in a list of the cheapest places I could find in Edinburgh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>The Hostel (strange name, I know) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Princes Street Hostel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Christopher\u2019s Edinburgh Original<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Argyle Backpackers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Christopher\u2019s Edinburgh Old Town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Royal Mile Backpackers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Breakfast_and_lunch_\">Breakfast and lunch <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Edinburgh does not have many cheap caf\u00e9 options, but it still will not break the bank. If you want some quick food as you explore this city by foot, stop at a Gregg\u2019s for a heated sandwich or pastry. Gregg\u2019s is all over Scotland and is a smart option for any budget traveler. I also recommend stopping at one of Edinburgh\u2019s countless Tesco Express stores. They offer a lunch meal deal that includes a sandwich, snack, and drink for only 3-5 quid. Generally, no one wants to spend loads on a posh sandwich for breakfast or lunch when budget traveling, so cut these unnecessary items to give you more time and money to see the rest of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-07b346\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Image\"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edincaltonhill2-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">View of Edinburgh old town from Calton Hill <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Public_transport_\">Public transport <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Buses run frequently throughout Edinburgh but are a tad more expensive than other cities. Expect to pay a bit more than \u00a32 each bus ride. I did not use the bus system in Edinburgh due the city\u2019s walkability. The best way to explore this city is by foot, as the buildings are beautiful, and the general vibe of the city is quite scenic. Most of Edinburgh\u2019s attractions are also within walking distance of each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of getting to the city, Edinburgh&#8217;s airport is Scotland&#8217;s largest airport and is about 7.5 miles from the city center. You will quickly find a bus that costs about 4 quid to the center (called the 100 Airlink). You can purchase your ticket on the bus, but make sure to bring cash! Do NOT get lazy and pick a taxi. It will cost you too much and there are good public systems in place to take you safely where you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are coming from a neighboring city, check out the train schedule. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotrail.co.uk\/\">ScotRail&#8217;s website<\/a> provides accurate time. It is not necessary to buy tickets in advance, however, as there are ticket kiosks around the station that will cost the same. Overall, ScotRail ticket are not exactly budget-friendly, but they will be a better option than renting a car or taxi service. Be diligent and purchase any return tickets simultaneously, as it will save you nearly double than purchasing your return ticket later on. <\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-a4098d\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"Scott Monument \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edinmonument-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\">Scott Monument<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Attractions_\">Attractions <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can tell by this article, not many of Edinburgh\u2019s attractions will break the bank. Many of the city\u2019s museums are free! Do not hesitate to pack a full schedule of things to do. For an extensive list of more free things to do in Edinburgh, I recommend checking out <a href=\"https:\/\/everythingedinburgh.com\/free-things-to-do-in-edinburgh\/\">Everything in Edinburgh&#8217;s<\/a> website. <\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-image ultp-block-00f370\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><figure class=\"ultp-image-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-image-block ultp-image-block-none\"><img decoding=\"async\"  class=\"ultp-image\"  alt=\"St Giles Cathedral inside \"  src=\"http:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/edincathedral-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/div><figcaption class=\"ultp-image-caption\"><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Conclusion_\">Conclusion <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Edinburgh is a picturesque city with loads of free things to do. With pretty hikes, famous museums, and unlimited pubs, Edinburgh is an enticing backpacker&#8217;s destination. Just like the rest of the country <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scotland is a beautiful country with rich history and interesting culture. I cannot emphasize enough how special this country will make you feel as you come away with a meaningful cultural experience. <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"More_from_Scotland\"  class=\"ultp-post-grid-block wp-block-ultimate-post-post-list-1 ultp-block-067142\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-loading\"><div class=\"ultp-loading-blocks\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;\"><div style=\"left: 0;top: 0;animation-delay:0s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.125s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.25s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.875s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.375s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.75s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.625s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.5s;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-heading-filter\"><div class=\"ultp-heading-filter-in\"><div class=\"ultp-heading-wrap ultp-heading-style1 ultp-heading-left\"><h2 class=\"ultp-heading-inner\"><span>More from Scotland&#8230;<\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-items-wrap ultp-block-row ultp-block-column-2 ultp-pl1a-style1 ultp-post-list1-layout1\"><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-931\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><div class=\"ultp-category-grid ultp-category-classic ultp-category-aboveTitle\"><div class=\"ultp-category-in ultp-cat-color-1\"><a class=\"ultp-cat-adventure-travel ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/adventure-travel\/\" style=\"background-color: #828282;\" >Adventure Travel<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-balkans ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/balkans\/\" style=\"background-color: #004849;\" >Balkans<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-montenegro ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/balkans\/montenegro\/\" style=\"background-color: #937b01;\" >Montenegro<\/a><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/beautiful-montenegro-what-to-do-in-kotor\/\" >Beautiful Montenegro: What to do in Kotor<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/author\/seangeismann\/\">seangeismann<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nAug 2, 2023<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n9 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/beautiful-montenegro-what-to-do-in-kotor\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Beautiful Montenegro: What to do in Kotor\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/halfwayupkotor-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Kotor, Montenegro, is one of the most beautiful places I have ever travelled. The city is surrounded by cliffs that dive into the bay of&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Beautiful Montenegro: What to do in Kotor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/beautiful-montenegro-what-to-do-in-kotor\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-898\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><div class=\"ultp-category-grid ultp-category-classic ultp-category-aboveTitle\"><div class=\"ultp-category-in ultp-cat-color-1\"><a class=\"ultp-cat-adventure-travel ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/adventure-travel\/\" style=\"background-color: #828282;\" >Adventure Travel<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-croatia ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/balkans\/croatia\/\" style=\"background-color: #dd3333;\" >Croatia<\/a><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/croatia-on-a-budget-adventurous-things-to-do-in-zadar\/\" >Croatia on a budget: Adventurous Things to do in Zadar<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/author\/seangeismann\/\">seangeismann<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJul 13, 2023<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n9 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/croatia-on-a-budget-adventurous-things-to-do-in-zadar\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Croatia on a budget: Adventurous Things to do in Zadar\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/zadarsunset-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Zadar, Croatia is an adventurous city along the Adriatic coast in central Croatia. With islands, castles, beaches, and even waterfalls, Zadar has plenty to offer.&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Croatia on a budget: Adventurous Things to do in Zadar\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/croatia-on-a-budget-adventurous-things-to-do-in-zadar\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-860\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><div class=\"ultp-category-grid ultp-category-classic ultp-category-aboveTitle\"><div class=\"ultp-category-in ultp-cat-color-1\"><a class=\"ultp-cat-personal-narratives ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/personal-narratives\/\" style=\"background-color: #828282;\" >Personal Narratives<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-slovenia ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/balkans\/slovenia\/\" style=\"background-color: #2bbece;\" >Slovenia<\/a><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/slovenia-travel-guide-uncovering-the-beautiful-gems-of-ljubljana\/\" >Slovenia Travel Guide: Uncovering the Beautiful Gems of Ljubljana<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/author\/seangeismann\/\">seangeismann<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 20, 2023<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n9 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/slovenia-travel-guide-uncovering-the-beautiful-gems-of-ljubljana\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Slovenia Travel Guide: Uncovering the Beautiful Gems of Ljubljana\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/sloveniaalps3-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Ljubljana is the gorgeous capital city of small country of Slovenia. While being centrally located, the city is a perfect location to stay in while&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Slovenia Travel Guide: Uncovering the Beautiful Gems of Ljubljana\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/slovenia-travel-guide-uncovering-the-beautiful-gems-of-ljubljana\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-839\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><div class=\"ultp-category-grid ultp-category-classic ultp-category-aboveTitle\"><div class=\"ultp-category-in ultp-cat-color-1\"><a class=\"ultp-cat-germany ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/germany\/\" style=\"background-color: #f7d21b;\" >Germany<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-travel-guides ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/travel-guides\/\" style=\"background-color: #828282;\" >Travel Guides<\/a><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/berlin-the-ultimate-travel-guide\/\" >Berlin, the Ultimate Travel Guide<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/author\/seangeismann\/\">seangeismann<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 10, 2023<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 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I lived in Berlin for about 2 months,&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"The Best Cheap Bars in Berlin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/the-best-cheap-bars-in-berlin\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-791\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><div class=\"ultp-category-grid ultp-category-classic ultp-category-aboveTitle\"><div class=\"ultp-category-in ultp-cat-color-1\"><a class=\"ultp-cat-germany ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/germany\/\" style=\"background-color: #f7d21b;\" >Germany<\/a><a class=\"ultp-cat-travel-guides ultp-cat-only-color-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/category\/travel-guides\/\" style=\"background-color: #828282;\" >Travel Guides<\/a><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/most-popular-attractions-berlin-walking-tour\/\" >Popular Attractions: Berlin Walking Tour<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/author\/seangeismann\/\">seangeismann<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nMay 30, 2023<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n7 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/most-popular-attractions-berlin-walking-tour\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Popular Attractions: Berlin Walking Tour\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.seangeismann.com\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/brandenburgergate-scaled.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Berlin is one of the best cities in the world for sightseeing. 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