Enjoy the top sights of Edinburgh on a winter city break – it’s a magical time to visit. Edinburgh’s Christmas and Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festivals have an exciting array of events to get everyone in the mood for the holiday season. East Princes Street Gardens hosts a traditional Christmas Market, with around 70 stalls selling everything from handmade gifts, bespoke products, to tasty treats and delicious drinks. Take a ride on the Big Wheel, Scotland’s largest Ferris wheel standing at 46m tall, offering a unique perspective of the city. Welcome in the New Year with Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party, featuring one of the world’s best New Year firework displays, launched from Edinburgh Castle.
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