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If you're after a city break full of history, why not browse Edinburgh hotels? The city is full of antique architecture and has a rich past just waiting to be explored. Scotland's capital is steeped in history, from its old castle to the many statues dotted about the city. And what better way to learn more about the area's past than with a ghost tour? During these guided walks of the city, you'll call in at all kinds of locations that have had importance throughout the ages and also find out more about the kind of people who once resided in Edinburgh. Firstly though, you'll need to find the perfect accommodation to make your base during your holiday. If it's history you've come for, a great place to book into is the Herald House Hotel. A beautiful building, the hotel can be found in a Victorian district of the city and you're likely to feel you've stepped back in time when you see the building's facade. If you're concerned the amenities inside might be just as old there's no need to be - the interior of the hotel is in stark contrast with its outer appearance and you'll find rooms boast an en suite, hairdryer, television and telephone. General facilities include a modern lounge with internet access, breakfast room and 24-hour check in availability. The hotel is also in a great position for getting around Edinburgh. Just a ten-minute walk from the city centre, your accommodation is near to the historic old town, castle and Royal Mile - all places you may call in at during a ghost tour. If you choose a guided walk by night, you can select to embark on your tour at 19:00 or later and be led around the city by a university guide for up to two hours. There are various different tours to choose between depending on how gruesome the depths you'd like to explore. To focus on the historic side of the city, opt for a light-hearted tour and be enthralled by the interesting and engaging presentation given by your guide. Among the places you can expect to call in at during your tour are the South Bridge vaults, built in the 1700s. Formerly slums, their underground lairs once housed body snatchers and witches and are now said to be haunted. Other landmarks you'll come across include the marker for John Knox's grave behind St Giles Cathedral and the Heart of Midlothian - stones formed into the shape of a heart. If you'd like your tour to be more dramatic, you can choose to be led around by a guide dressed in period clothing from the 1800s, or for a more sedate trip, visit the Royal Mile for an afternoon tour. Why not take advantage of some of the Edinburgh hotels available for breaks in Scotland's capital this year? There are many to choose from, from trendy boutiques and cosy B&Bs, to luxury hotels and period properties such as Herald House Hotel.
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