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 Wallace Collection are in your itinerary. National Gallery and St. Paul's Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. And it doesn't end there: get engrossed in the history at Museum of London, 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 travel to Edinburgh.

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

Museum-lovers will appreciate Surgeons' Hall Museums and National Museum of Scotland. Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Abbey will appeal to history buffs. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Dean Village, wander the streets of Edinburgh Old Town, explore the different monuments and memorials at Greyfriars Kirkyard, and explore the world behind art at Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Edinburgh trip builder website.

You can fly from London to Edinburgh in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from London in September, you will find days in Edinburgh are slightly colder (19°C), and nights are about the same (9°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.