School trips to Edinburgh

Why visit Edinburgh?

The historic capital of Scotland

Edinburgh has been the capital of Scotland since at least the 15th century, making it a great destination to learn more about the country’s history.

The city boasts many historic attractions, from the imposing Edinburgh Castle and the magnificent Holyrood Palace to the churches of St. Giles and Greyfriars. Nearby Stirling is home to the National Wallace Monument, which celebrates one of Scotland’s national heroes, William Wallace.

On your school trip to Edinburgh, your students will have plenty of opportunities to visit these historic sites, where they’ll learn about Scotland’s complex history and its centuries-old relationship with the rest of the United Kingdom.

Explore the unique culture of Scotland

Scotland has its own unique culture, with a rich folklore, musical heritage, and literary tradition. Furthermore, Edinburgh is an important cultural centre for the whole of the UK and hosts both the Edinburgh International Festival and the Fringe, which is one of the world’s largest international arts festivals.

A school trip to Edinburgh provides your students with an opportunity to better understand the diversity of cultures within the United Kingdom.

An important centre for medical developments

Sometimes referred to as the ‘Athens of Britain’, Edinburgh has a long association with education and medicine is one of the fields for which the city is well known.

Indeed, many medical advancements have happened here, thanks to pioneering Scottish physicians, including Joseph Lister, whose work in antiseptic surgery led to a drastic reduction of post-operative infections and made surgery so much safer for patients.

An educational trip can include a visit to the History of Surgery Museum, where students will learn more about Joseph Lister and other pioneering physicians.