Thinking of making a weekend of it? Then you’ll need somewhere to get your head down. Any of our four Edinburgh hotels will offer you a comfortable bed, a good night’s sleep, and a whole load more, so let us help make your Six Nations 2020 experience the best it can be.
On the last minute? We still have availability in our Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket hotel.
The rugby Six nations is one of the most tantalising tournaments for fans of the sport, and there’s nothing quite like soaking up the occasion in one of the host cities. As if Edinburgh isn’t spectacular enough, the capital comes alive when the tournament comes to town - the buzz around Murrayfield is like nothing else.
In 2020 Murrayfield will host two Six Nations matches:
To help you squeeze every drop of enjoyment from your visit we’ve put together a handy guide to Edinburgh. Let’s get stuck in.
As with most big cities, you’ve got plenty of options when it comes to making your way to Scotland's capital.
Edinburgh Airport
The city’s main airport consists of one terminal with plenty of duty-free shops, an exchange bureau, WiFi and places to withdraw some cash. When you’re ready to head into the city you’ve got several options to choose from:
Via train
Edinburgh offers two major stations - Waverley and Haymarket, both of which host arrivals and departures from all over the UK.
Waverley Station
Edinburgh’s main station and the second-largest outside of London is situated between the capital’s Old Town and New Town. If you’re arriving into Waverley, here’s what you need to know:
To Murrayfield: Lothian buses 12, 26 and 31 will take you directly to the stadium from Waverley.
Haymarket Station
Despite being the original, Haymarket is now the city’s second station. It’s located slightly further from the West End of Edinburgh but is close to Murrayfield Stadium (perfect!). Here’s everything else you need to know:
By bus
If you’re heading into town by bus or coach you’ll find yourself at the city’s bus station on Elder Street - right in the city centre.
To Murrayfield: You’re pretty spoilt for choice when it comes to buses. Jump on Lothian buses 1, 3, 12, 22, 25, 26, 30, 31 or 33 to head straight to the stadium.
Once you’ve made it, you’ll no doubt want to check out a few sights as well as get to the main event, Murrayfield. Of course, if you’re feeling flush you can always jump in a taxi to get from A to B, but buying a city pass is a great, cost-effective alternative.
Edinburgh PlusBus
For unlimited journeys within the city centre, the PlusBus is a great option. It’ll only set you back £3.80 a day for adults and £1.90 for children and you’ll have access to all the main bus operators, as well as the Edinburgh tram - including access to and from Murrayfield.
A word of warning for those flying into the city - the PlusBus doesn’t cover travel on the Airlink 100.
Tip: You can save yourself hassle and buy your pass ahead of time online, at a rail ticket office, self-service ticket machine or most train ticket websites.
You’ll find places to eat and drink around every corner in this magical city, with a whole host of cuisines on offer to meet every budget.
After an exhilarating afternoon of rugby, you’ll probably want to wet your whistle and you’ll be in the right place, since Edinburgh’s heaving with the finest pubs and bars. The average pint costs £4.35 but if you’re after something extra-special, here are our top picks:
If you’ve got any time left over for sightseeing, this historical city is packed with culture. Some of the most popular spots include:
Thinking of making a weekend of it? Then you’ll need somewhere to get your head down. Any of our four Edinburgh hotels will offer you a comfortable bed, a good night’s sleep, and a whole load more, so let us help make your Six Nations 2020 experience the best it can be.
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