Frequently asked questions

How can I book accommodation?

This website is designed as a portal style website, meaning that at relevant opportunities the website will signpost you to relevant third party websites where you can make a purchase, whether that be accommodation or attractions etc. The right hand side of the webpages are a useful reference point for site visitors.

Where can I get more in-depth information about specific details e.g opening hours/ prices etc?

Whilst the information detailed within the website is very comprehensive, this website is not an A-Z for Edinburgh City Region, it is instead a portal style website meaning that at relevant opportunities the website will signpost you to relevant third party websites where the specifics are held. For example, if you need to know the dates of festivals then the festivals subsection of this website will link you straight to the relevant websites where all the latest up to date information is stored for your convenience.

Who can I speak to regarding visiting Edinburgh City Region?

VisitScotland are the official tourist board for Scotland. The Edinburgh and Lothian’s offices of VisitScotland specialise in providing tourist information for Edinburgh, Mid, West and West Lothian. All enquiries are dealt with by the national contact centre at visitscotland.com. You can contact the National Booking & Information line on:

Tel: 0845 2255 121 (UK)
or +44 (0) 1506 832 121 (Outside UK)
Fax: 01506 832 222
Email: info@visitscotland.com

Scottish Booking & Info Centre
visitscotland.com,
Fairways Business Park,
Deer Park Avenue
Livingston,
EH54 8AF,
SCOTLAND

Who can I speak to regarding studying in Edinburgh City Region?

International students are welcome to submit queries to The British Council (Scotland).

Domestic (UK) students are invited to contact institutions of their  choosing for specific information. The Higher Education Institutions section of this website profiles every university in Edinburgh City Region and provides contact details. The colleges section of this website profiles every college in Edinburgh City Region and provides contact details.

Who can I speak to regarding moving my business to Edinburgh City Region / investing in Edinburgh City Region?

A specialist INVEST enquiry form is provided on the website. Your enquiry will be sent to The City of Edinburgh Council's Economic Development team. You will receive a response from a representative who will be happy to assist with your enquiry. Alternatively you can call the dedicated team on 0131 529 6600.

Who can I speak to regarding living in Edinburgh City Region?

Each local authority within Edinburgh City Region has its dedicated council. Local councils will be able to assist with all types of queries regarding residency in the city region. In addition, local council websites will provide specific information and are a useful reference point for existing and prospective residents.

How can I provide feedback on the website?

A feedback form has been provided on this website for all general enquires in relation to this website. We welcome all comments, ideas, suggestions and feedback.