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Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Photos of Edinburgh

Discover the beauty and character of Edinburgh through these stunning images

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Featured view of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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a view of a castle like building from a distance

a view of a castle like building from a distance

Photo by Dahlia E. Akhaine
a view of a city street from a window

a view of a city street from a window

Photo by Dahlia E. Akhaine
an old building with a gate in front of it

an old building with a gate in front of it

Photo by Dahlia E. Akhaine
a city with lots of tall buildings and a double decker bus

a city with lots of tall buildings and a double decker bus

Photo by Wabi Sabi
a group of people walking down a street next to tall buildings

a group of people walking down a street next to tall buildings

Photo by Joss Broward
Historic building with a clock tower at dusk.

Historic building with a clock tower at dusk.

Photo by Miguel Joya
white and brown concrete buildings near green trees under white clouds during daytime

white and brown concrete buildings near green trees under white clouds during daytime

Photo by Dyana Wing So
an aerial view of a city with a green hill

an aerial view of a city with a green hill

Photo by Steve Matthews
Historic buildings and colorful storefronts line the street.

Historic buildings and colorful storefronts line the street.

Photo by Trevor Minett
a city with many buildings

a city with many buildings

Photo by Ziyi Zhu
A view of a city with mountains in the background

A view of a city with mountains in the background

Photo by yeswanth M
A large building with a clock tower in the middle of it

A large building with a clock tower in the middle of it

Photo by Reza Bina
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What to Photograph in Edinburgh

Architecture

Historic buildings, modern skylines, and unique architectural details that define Edinburgh's character.

Street Life

Vibrant street scenes, local markets, cafes, and the daily rhythm of life in Edinburgh.

Scenic Views

Panoramic cityscapes, sunset views, and natural landscapes surrounding Edinburgh.

Photography Tips for Edinburgh

Best Times

Golden Hour: 1 hour after sunrise and before sunset
Blue Hour: 30 minutes after sunset for city lights
Overcast Days: Perfect for architectural details

What to Bring

Wide-angle lens for architecture and cityscapes
Tripod for low-light and long exposure shots
Extra batteries - cold weather drains them faster
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