Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Dalkeith September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Dalkeith Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalkeith.dx179549)[Hotels in Dalkeith](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalkeith-Hotels.d179549.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Dalkeith](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Dalkeith.d179549.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Dalkeith Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dalkeith.d179549.Car-Hire-Guide)[Dalkeith Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalkeith.d179549.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Dalkeith ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Dalkeith Types of activities Where to stay [Dalkeith travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalkeith.dx179549) ![Edinburgh showing street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149089-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Edinburgh featuring a monument, night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149083-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Edinburgh featuring night scenes and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149106-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old Town featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149098-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Museum of Scotland featuring interior views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149094-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Dalkeith Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Dalkeith has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Dalkeith, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Dalkeith with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Dalkeith Dalkeith is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Dalkeith, and make it a breeze to explore Dalkeith and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dalkeith to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Dalkeith, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Dalkeith. #### Dalkeith attractions Dalkeith has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Dalkeith to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dalkeith. Looking for things to do in Dalkeith can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Dalkeith ### Tours & day trips [See all 431 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4509527/1c74d588-df3b-4224-987b-57aed9342fea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour 12h 30m 9.4/10 91 reviews Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098683/82b3fb5f-e8f8-4aa4-928a-d9216ab35950.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket 1h 30m 9.4/10 72 reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172300/9f1c05ea-24e6-4218-bc7e-1915f227d52a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 1d 9.2/10 518 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252139/2ee0acfc-781e-4798-87c6-a59f57f560f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh 12h 15m 9.4/10 201 reviews Free cancellation available £109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-glen-coe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a252139.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840845/611f0d1b-c8a9-46cb-9c12-907ab92c8944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles 9h 45m 9.2/10 15 reviews Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-west-highland-lochs-mountains-castles.a840845.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/412396/9d36eb17-4e87-4875-9066-f31eeabc0824.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets 15h 50m 8.2/10 33 reviews Free cancellation available £250 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-full-day-tour-with-edinburgh-castle-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tickets.a412396.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Kingdom of Northumbria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840869/291ece6c-6713-4b88-98a1-d62d67ae94d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Holy Island, Alnwick Castle & Kingdom of Northumbria 9h 30m 9.4/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available £94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-holy-island-alnwick-castle-kingdom-of-northumbria.a840869.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh 12h 30m 9.6/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-trip-loch-ness-glencoe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a46343335.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky 2h 9.2/10 24 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840811/7298497e-e4d7-440c-b6f9-6b76e3a9455b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife 8h 45m 9.4/10 15 reviews Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/st-andrews-the-fishing-villages-of-fife-from-edinburgh.a840811.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 157 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48238694/4cc6279e-0383-4f75-b08b-1594b7979322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern 1h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-scottish-tasting-platter-at-the-tolbooth-tavern.a48238694.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840857/46572012-4fe2-42d8-8ee8-051e53328fb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla 12h Free cancellation available £1,200 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whisky-distillery-trifecta-glenlivet-glenallachie-strathisla.a840857.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![The Potter Trail Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2727895/0ab83578-3425-48e3-9be8-cfe508427b0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Potter Trail Private Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £50 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-potter-trail-private-tour.a2727895.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Whisky Flight in one of the oldest pubs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47986472/c3563f20-df8e-422e-b37e-12d249c21246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Whisky Flight in one of the oldest pubs 45m Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-whisky-flight-in-one-of-the-oldest-pubs.a47986472.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50090073/329275f6-3d1a-4941-aef4-84f4dd483430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion 7h Free cancellation available £120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/trains-and-planes-edinburgh-day-shore-excursion.a50090073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Speyside Whisky Tour - Three Distilleries Included - Private - 5 Star Revie...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840868/d5ed374c-a2e3-4a90-aad5-d81279d48225.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Speyside Whisky Tour - Three Distilleries Included - Private - 5 Star Revie... 14h Free cancellation available £1,400 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/speyside-whisky-tour-three-distilleries-included-private-5-star-reviews.a840868.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Small-Group Guided Tour of Castle, Royal Mile & Holyrood](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49768897/29411bba-233f-4244-ad86-4ab635ad7ecc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Small-Group Guided Tour of Castle, Royal Mile & Holyrood 4h Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-small-group-guided-tour-of-castle-royal-mile-holyrood.a49768897.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Private Tour Loch Lomond, Kelpies &Stirling Castle from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47515884/ee6257c4-d89f-481d-87f4-dee7b7d4b97f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Loch Lomond, Kelpies &Stirling Castle from Edinburgh 8h £182 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-loch-lomond-kelpies-stirling-castle-from-edinburgh.a47515884.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48498073/97707fc9-e95f-4bb9-a4b2-98119d56bbc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour) 5h Free cancellation available £695 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/beyond-edinburgh-half-day-tour.a48498073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & the Da Vinci Code](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47667073/0e803dab-0306-4f2a-a73a-85ab0cbd5fa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Codebreakers' Choice: Rosslyn Chapel & the Da Vinci Code 4h Free cancellation available £215 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/codebreakers-choice-rosslyn-chapel-the-da-vinci-code.a47667073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 65 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky 2h 9.2/10 24 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Johnnie Walker Princes Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46215272/ba38c332-e81b-4da1-bec0-a92647dd79ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Johnnie Walker Princes Street 1h 30m 10/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-the-johnnie-walker-whisky-experience.a46215272.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: The Scotch Whisky Experience Tour and Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4526758/4c2c373d-d615-44d8-ad21-2dbb2d828dde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: The Scotch Whisky Experience Tour and Tasting 50m+ 9.6/10 13 reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-the-scotch-whisky-experience-tour-and-tasting.a4526758.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48238694/4cc6279e-0383-4f75-b08b-1594b7979322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern 1h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-scottish-tasting-platter-at-the-tolbooth-tavern.a48238694.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4854368/e29af278-c111-4bca-a285-226796ad658a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Tour 1h 8.8/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-tour.a4854368.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/878303/33674c44-efa3-4f2f-b2d2-58791e1079aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh 1h 30m 10/10 19 reviews Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh.a878303.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh’s Most Iconic Afternoon Tea with Castle Views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50242842/33a16510-8bba-4145-9cd1-bd9a754b285a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh’s Most Iconic Afternoon Tea with Castle Views 1h 30m 4/10 1 review Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburghs-most-iconic-afternoon-tea-with-castle-views.a50242842.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4530339/73acfbe7-3239-4e3e-ba03-ab0149cb14cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour 1h 15m 10/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-late-night-underground-vaults-terror-tour.a4530339.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Dining Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/176846/8d67b2cc-e255-4057-9f24-9e51de8f8619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Dining Experience 2h 8.8/10 82 reviews Free cancellation available £27 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hard-rock-cafe-edinburgh-dining-with-priority-seating.a176846.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh Traditional Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49040310/803426d4-29d5-4ebf-b156-cacaa6950c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh Traditional Food Tour 4h Free cancellation available £109 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-traditional-food-tour.a49040310.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46962685/a9de73f6-08d1-424a-8568-e226484eda73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Highland Cow Hike in Edinburgh 5h Free cancellation available £75 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/highland-cow-hike-in-edinburgh.a46962685.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48721678/6bbe609f-dcf9-456e-a977-04a1bcd78f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-guided-arthurs-seat-hike.a48721678.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48701484/bee14dfc-4287-437c-85de-298afa13679d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh 11h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £239 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/scottish-highlands-castles-glencoe-day-trip-from-edinburgh.a48701484.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48498073/97707fc9-e95f-4bb9-a4b2-98119d56bbc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour) 5h Free cancellation available £695 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/beyond-edinburgh-half-day-tour.a48498073.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![From Edinburgh: 6-Day Shetland & Nothernmost Explorer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48134411/2db48780-dadd-4ea6-8dcf-070282d60efe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Edinburgh: 6-Day Shetland & Nothernmost Explorer 6d Free cancellation available £1,100 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-edinburgh-6-day-shetland-nothernmost-explorer.a48134411.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46706995/db888da5-f520-4f28-b498-9385eaf7069b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Stunning Edinburgh E-bike Tour max 10 people small group 3h Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stunning-edinburgh-e-bike-tour.a46706995.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/841109/5200f493-cde3-4cad-8f8f-42ea0d2958e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert 5h Free cancellation available £84 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hill-nature-hike-discover-real-edinburgh-with-a-local-expert.a841109.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![From Edinburgh/Glasgow: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Highland Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48185309/5736e2dc-5b4d-4091-96ea-3160a1c5999d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Edinburgh/Glasgow: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Highland Tour 3d Free cancellation available £3,000 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-edinburgh-glasgow-3-day-isle-of-skye-highland-tour.a48185309.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48298949/8b71b122-c36c-46a7-9b89-b130812bebcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Hill & Nature Hike With a Local 4h Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-hill-nature-hike-with-a-local.a48298949.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/919046/285bb89d-c7c1-43f6-ab4c-00811285a219.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh City Bike Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual 2h 30m Free cancellation available £63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-city-bike-tour-choice-of-e-bike-or-manual.a919046.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ### Holiday & seasonal tours [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846596/c270b82d-e8a1-4bbc-a2c7-74200610fb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky 2h 9.2/10 24 reviews Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour 1h 15m 9/10 20 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4538495/2716c65c-f50a-457e-8420-84a5bfeb3bb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour 1h 30m 9.4/10 44 reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-haunted-underground-vaults-and-graveyard-tour.a4538495.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh Witches Old Town Walking Tour & Underground Vault](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4939650/a95afb6b-d37b-4dc7-b597-834647309618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh Witches Old Town Walking Tour & Underground Vault 1h 15m 8.8/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-witches-old-town-walking-tour-underground-vault.a4939650.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4530339/73acfbe7-3239-4e3e-ba03-ab0149cb14cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Late-Night Underground Vaults Terror Tour 1h 15m 10/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-late-night-underground-vaults-terror-tour.a4530339.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4846155/5e2d19e1-6c2e-46a5-b9b3-cc1f5eee9478.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour 1h 15m 9/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-comedy-horror-ghost-bus-tour.a4846155.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Multi-Sensory Adults Haunted Vaults Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5212783/c2e4b0c9-2191-4338-982a-d01c743a5b93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Multi-Sensory Adults Haunted Vaults Night Tour 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-immersive-adult-only-haunted-vaults-night-tour.a5212783.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630739/93fddeb1-7277-4e5c-83e7-c78c591f3af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Dark Secrets of the Old Town Ghost Walking Tour 2h 9.6/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-dark-secrets-of-the-old-town-ghost-walking-tour.a44630739.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Witches Old Town Walking Tour & Underground Vault](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44624690/0d09887e-fa89-4892-980f-cb4cf311b098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Witches Old Town Walking Tour & Underground Vault 1h 15m 9.4/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-witches-old-town-walking-tour-underground-vault.a44624690.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ![Edinburgh: Underground Vaults and Graveyard Evening Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4862683/060c8278-112d-491e-af61-94afa3b52d34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Edinburgh: Underground Vaults and Graveyard Evening Tour 1h 45m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-and-graveyard-evening-tour.a4862683.activity-details?&rid=179549&location=Dalkeith&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Dalkeith | Number of things to do | 472 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Edinburgh: Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-old-towns-highlights-walking-tour.a47053301.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details) - [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) - [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details) - [Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-glen-coe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a252139.activity-details) - [Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-west-highland-lochs-mountains-castles.a840845.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) - [Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-underground-vaults-evening-ghost-tour-with-whisky.a4846596.activity-details) - [The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-world-famous-underground-ghost-tour.a840791.activity-details) - [Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/original-harry-potter-locations-tour-in-edinburgh-guided-tour.a840918.activity-details) - [Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-darkside-walking-tour-mysteries-murder-and-legends.a840800.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details) - [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) - [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details) - [Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-glen-coe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a252139.activity-details) - [Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-west-highland-lochs-mountains-castles.a840845.activity-details) | ## What to do in Dalkeith * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149448-Edinburgh-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Castle 4.5/5(1,009 reviews) Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d500994.Attraction) ![Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39067-The-Royal-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Mile 4.5/5(575 reviews) Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6129680.Attraction) ![Princes Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b589dec92ed47a7869de31932dcde851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Street 4.5/5(628 reviews) During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Princes-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129679.Attraction) ![University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149454-University-Of-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Edinburgh 4.5/5(233 reviews) The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Edinburgh-Southside.d501015.Attraction) ![Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37948-Edinburgh-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Zoo 4.5/5(204 reviews) See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Zoo-Corstorphine.d501017.Attraction) ![Grassmarket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1615ad0fc3d292f681257f191e02fb8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grassmarket 4.5/5(442 reviews) During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grassmarket-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d6169296.Attraction) ![Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/21f46a14dd7662e0efd71bc33ccf04de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre 4.5/5(187 reviews) Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Playhouse-Theatre-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6081275.Attraction) ![George Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/bcb82dd5b356b40ba66f11636b8a75c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### George Street 4.5/5(393 reviews) During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Street-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6152386.Attraction) ![Dean Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/471b0dafaadfda9c17ce9c32a7100809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dean Village You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dean-Village-West-End.d553248621532494699.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Dalkeith ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/21a32a7ca0040f25e9af3957ff2a7a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) [](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9172513)[Photo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9172513) by [John Darcy](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3135) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Danderhall While Danderhall may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gilmerton Cove and Craigmillar Castle. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Danderhall.dx3000463266) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Dalkeith ![Edinburgh](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37959-Calton-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Edinburgh [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh.dx6069845) ![Photo by Jock Watson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f6c65d9783257ea311e79dc739a4cd28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Musselburgh [](https://expedia.co.uk/Musselburgh.dx179548) ![Photo by Jock Watson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4fe57236640b22bef1a6eebc8a3a6947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tranent [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tranent.dx504352) ![Photo "Eskbank" by Godot13 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/6a9be0e68b9a63eb2b7a379ad7e21251.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Godot13](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Godot13) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Eskbank [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eskbank.dx6054225) ![Photo "Bonnyrigg" by RHaworth (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/987da5c193eff4b7fbc21a818c2ed1a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5) by [RHaworth](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:RHaworth) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ### Bonnyrigg [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bonnyrigg.dx6054226) ![Photo "Lasswade" by M J Richardson (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/c757b4725f7366efb6e62595bc103759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [M J Richardson](https://geo-en.hlipp.de/profile/36) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Lasswade [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lasswade.dx6129811) ![Photo by Jock Watson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d6b45a513b03ce06c66e18caeee386c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newtongrange [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newtongrange.dx6132108) ![Photo "Millerhill" by M J Richardson (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/9c67aa6de4751e576f65fc1f45d77237.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [M J Richardson](https://geo-en.hlipp.de/profile/36) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Millerhill [](https://expedia.co.uk/Millerhill.dx6132112) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dalkeith worth visiting? > From shopping to outdoor pursuits and history, there are loads of great things to do in Dalkeith. Remember to discover the area's blend of awesome sights, local charm and culture. ### How do I spend a day in Dalkeith? > Start your adventures with a visit to Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo. Then, tour different parts of Dalkeith for local restaurants and some retail therapy. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Dalkeith? > Edinburgh Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Dalkeith and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area. ### Is three days enough to stay in Dalkeith? > Three days will give you enough time to check out many city highlights, like Portobello Beach, St. Giles' Cathedral and Palace of Holyroodhouse. The average stay in Dalkeith is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Edinburgh isn't far away. ### Is Dalkeith a walkable city? > Some key attractions in Dalkeith, such as Dalhousie Castle and Gilmerton Cove, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Only 5 kms (3 miles) from the city centre of Dalkeith is Gilmerton and Eskbank is 2 kms (1 mile) away. ### What are some activities to do in Dalkeith with kids? > Deciding what to do in Dalkeith with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are lots of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here. > > > > - [Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-scottish-highlands-glencoe-and-pitlochry-tour.a4509527.activity-details) > - [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket.a5098683.activity-details) > - [City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-edinburgh-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172300.activity-details) > - [Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/loch-ness-glen-coe-the-highlands-from-edinburgh.a252139.activity-details) > - [Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/edinburgh-west-highland-lochs-mountains-castles.a840845.activity-details) ### What to do in Dalkeith for adults? > Scotch Whisky Experience and Glenkinchie Distillery are just a couple of the things to do in Dalkeith. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore. ### Are there free things to do in Dalkeith? > From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Dalkeith. If you're stuck for ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. 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