Edinburgh

While not frequently covered in snow, Edinburgh is even more charming when it is. High above the winding streets of the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle shines a lovely light from the top of its hilltop home. You're in for a wintery treat at this top destination when you join charming Christmas markets with sparkling lights.

Edinburgh is one of the top destinations in the UK to visit during the winter because it has so many fun things to do. Take a stroll up Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park's highest point, if the weather is good. The steepled churches and medieval structures of Edinburgh may be seen magnificently from the top. Then, put on your skates and take a spin around one of the numerous outdoor ice rinks (St. Andrew Square offers an oval rink that loops around the Melville Monument). A steaming mug of hot chocolate is the perfect addition to a particularly romantic twilight skate. From November through January, there are Christmas festivities that feature rides, a Christmas Tree Maze, Santa's Grotto, a carousel, and the 60-meter-tall Star Flyer.