We asked our readers to share their day out, and this gallery features just some of their pictures.
From Tynecastle to the top of the hills, everyone made the most of the glorious weather ...
5. Basking in Edinburgh's sunshine
A sunny football day at Tynecastle ... (Pic: Heather Anderson) Photo: Heather Anderson
6. Basking in Edinburgh's sunshine
Looking across Silverknowes beach, and you can see for miles (Pic: Robert Tofts) Photo: Robert Tofts
7. Basking in Edinburgh's sunshine
A perfect panorama across the city and out to the Forth (Pic: Aileen Candlish) Photo: Aileen Candlish
8. Basking in Edinburgh's sunshine
Is there anywhere quite so magical as Jupiter Artland? Photo: Contributed
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