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3About Edinburgh
Edinburgh serves as Scotland's capital, connected to Glasgow via the M8 and to England through the A1 southbound. The A90 links northern Scotland whilst the A720 bypass handles through traffic. Edinburgh Airport lies 12 kilometres west of the centre, with good rail links available. The city sits on volcanic terrain between the Forth and Pentland Hills, creating dramatic views from Princes Street up to the castle perched on its ancient rock.
Where is Edinburgh on the map?
Edinburgh is in Scotland, at 55.952, -3.196 - about 2 km west of Abbeyhill.
How far is Edinburgh from where I am?
Use your device location to see the distance to Edinburgh, how long the drive takes, and directions from where you are.
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EV Chargers in Edinburgh
- 382 Calder Road, Edinburgh150 kW
- Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh150 kW
- 1 Craw Yard Place, Edinburgh75 kW
- 101 Niddrie Mains Road, Edinburgh50 kW
- 119 Niddrie Mains Road, Edinburgh50 kW
Data source: OpenChargeMap
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2Find hotels in Edinburgh
Rent a car near Edinburgh
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2Putt a round through Edinburgh
Putt a round of minigolf through the real streets of Edinburgh. Every cup is a landmark.
Play a pub crawl round in Edinburgh
Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Edinburgh. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.
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Nearby essentials
What is the closest airport to Edinburgh?
The closest airport to Edinburgh is Edinburgh Airport, 15 km (about 23 min by car).