12 days in London & Edinburgh Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Popular historic sites such as Buckingham Palace and Houses of Parliament are in your itinerary. National Gallery and Museum of London are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, admire the masterpieces at Victoria and Albert Museum, brush up on your military savvy at Churchill War Rooms, and wander the streets of Westminster.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our London trip planner.

Sao Paulo, Brazil to London is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Brasilia Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is 3 hours. In August, daily temperatures in London can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to fly to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Scottish National Portrait Gallery and National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village will appeal to history buffs. There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Holyrood Abbey, steep yourself in history at Gilmerton Cove, explore the historical opulence of Craigmillar Castle, and take a stroll through Edinburgh Old Town.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Edinburgh trip planner.

Traveling by flight from London to Edinburgh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from London, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Edinburgh, ranging from highs of 19°C to lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can fly back home.