Come the winter, Edinburgh really does sparkle.

Six weeks of festive celebrations, featuring the very best in shopping, attractions, food, drink and events set against a backdrop of unrivalled beauty make Scotland's Capital the perfect Christmas destination.

Shopping in Edinburgh.

Original boutiques, high-street favourites and designer fabulousness! You can easily find perfect present — or the perfect outfit in Edinburgh.

Treasure Hunt.

Want to be in with a chance of winning some incredible prizes? Take part in our exciting weekly city-centre Treasure Hunt, solve the clues and you might just take home the ultimate gift (so good, you'll be tempted to keep it for yourself).

Edinburgh's Christmas.

Edinburgh's Christmas brings to you tonnes of family fun, including one of Europe's largest ice rinks where you can skate under the stars and in the shadow of Edinburgh castle.

Plan your Trip.

Coming to Edinburgh is easy, whether it's for a day-trip or short break. Find out more about parking and transport links. We've even a handy city-centre map to help show you the sights.

Edinburgh's Hogmanay.

Hogmanay is the world's biggest street party presenting three days of New Year's festival fun, entertainment and events in Scotland's capital city, from ceilidh to dance, street theatre to live music, clubs to carnivals, fireworks to church services.