In and around Edinburgh airport

Edinburgh airport is Scotland’s busiest airport, serving around nine million passengers annually. Whether you’re travelling from or returning to Edinburgh, the city and its airport have brilliant facilities and some of the best shopping and sightseeing in the country. Edinburgh city centre is just 12 miles from the airport and very accessible to those who have a few hours to spare.

Eating and drinking at Edinburgh airport

Edinburgh airport. Used under creative commons license from goforchris

If you’re looking for somewhere to eat and drink at Edinburgh airport, then there are plenty of places to choose from. Wetherspoons, Costa Coffee, Cafe Nero, The West Cornwall Pasty Company, The Seafood Bar, WHSmith Cafe and EAT all have outlets in the terminal. Some superb views of the runway can be caught over a coffee at either Costa Coffee or WHSmith cafe.

Shopping and facilities at the airport

The airport is not short of shops either - there’s a Boots, Dixons travel, National Shoeshine, WHSmith and World Duty Free. You’ll also be able to get your holiday currency at one of three branches of American Express bureau de change. The Best of the Best Supercars stand and The Airport Gallery offer something for everyone and you might even get the chance to win a Ferrari or BMW!

What to see in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Castle. Used under creative commons license from http2007

Edinburgh Zoo is set in 82 acres of parkland three miles from Edinburgh city centre and provides great fun for the entire family. Get close to over 1000 rare and endangered animals, learn about the species at the keeper talks, enjoy the interactive experience with some of the animals or even ride the free hilltop safari.

Edinburgh Castle is the city’s proudest and most iconic landmark. You can discover its secrets, tales and origins on a guided tour and stop for lunch in one of the cafes. A wide range of Scottish souvenirs are available at the gift shop and there are many good reads to be uncovered in the castle’s bookshop.

For those who like to shop, head towards Edinburgh city centre. 
The St James Shopping Centre is in the heart of the city, and has a mix of shops to suit everyone, from John Lewis and Wallis to Republic and River Island. The Ocean Terminal on Edinburgh’s waterfront in Leith has over 70 stores under one roof ranging from high street names to unique boutiques. There’s free parking too. The Gyle Shopping Centre, Princes Street and the main High Street are also all worth a visit.

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