Edinburgh
City Profile
Edinburgh, Scotland's capital is a modern, dynamic city buzzing within a stunning historic setting. Convention delegates will enjoy strolling the streets lined with modern, medieval and Georgian architecture.
The 12th century Edinburgh Castle dominates the stunning skyline. From Castle Rock, the ancient Old Town rambles down the spine of the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, surrounded by lush Princes Street Gardens. Browse our Edinburgh images for views of the city.
A famously friendly city, Edinburgh boasts a lively social scene, top-rate restaurants, and animated pubs. A city of festivals, culture and the arts, with a dazzling social scene, Edinburgh is Scotland's most popular conference destination.
Edinburgh Convention Bureau Profile
As representative of the business tourism industry, the Edinburgh Convention Bureau's impressive track record in servicing the needs of event and meeting organisers spans over a decade.
During this time, the Edinburgh Convention Bureau has developed and adapted its services, with customer focus being the guiding force of all its activities. The highly motivated and experienced Edinburgh tourism team is committed to excellence and consistency in service delivery, in accordance with clients' expectations. |
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Air Travel
| Number of flights per day |
311 |
| Number of destinations served |
125 (76 international) |
| Airport — distance from the city centre |
8 miles/12 km |
| Number of airlines that service the destination |
Over 40 |
| Annual passenger numbers at Edinburgh Airport |
In excess of 9 million |
Accommodation
| Total number of rooms in the greater city area |
12,763 |
| Total number of rooms within an 15km / 8 mile radius |
16,362 |
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