With temperatures soaring and the days stretching longer, it's the perfect time to get out and explore Edinburgh’s myriad outdoor delights.
From well-known beauty spots to hidden gems, scroll through our photo gallery to see 10 great places to enjoy the scorching weather, while it lasts.
1. Dr Neil's Garden
Where: 5 Old Church Lane, Duddingston, Edinburgh EH15 3PX. Lying next to the 12th Century Duddingston Kirk, where the lower slopes of Arthur’s Seat meet Duddingston Loch, Dr Neil’s Garden is an oasis of calm, which usually opens to the public around March to October each year. Photo: Third Party
2. Dunbar’s Close Garden
Where: Address: 137 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BW. An unexpected oasis of calm just off the bustling Canongate, this stunning 17th century garden is a great spot to enjoy your lunch or just to find a bit of peace of quiet. Photo: Wikimedia Commons
3. Princes Street Gardens
Where: Princes Street, Edinburgh. The stunning Princes Street Gardens can be surprisingly peaceful considering they are located just yards from one of Edinburgh's busiest streets. Photo: Third Party
4. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Where: 20a Inverleith Row, Edinburgh EH3 5LR. A truly stunning place where visitors can experience an extravaganza of plants from around the world, learn about the Garden's rich and diverse Living Collection and discover a history dating back to the 17th century. Photo: Visit Scotland