Unlike America, the UK has an established and extremely efficient public transportation system that can get you just about anywhere without ever having to use a car. In fact, about 25% of British households don't even have one. A car will be necessary however if you're heading deep into the Highlands or out into country estates where there are no public transportation stations.

In this section, I'll give you the low-down on how to get to and from Edinburgh, as well as how to get around once you're there.