Edinburgh: Spend your days shopping the cobblestone streets of the Royal Mile, or grabbing a pint at one of the countless Scottish pubs.

Must do: A great way to explore the rich and often dark history of Edinburgh and Scotland is with a walking tour. A true must for any traveller, whether a history buff or just passing through, this tour is full of haunting tales of the past and present. Explore the Royal Mile, get lost in vivid reenactments of the hangings in the gallows and follow the trail of how the Harry Potter novels came to be.

– Story and photos by Noah Lehava