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The Edinburgh International Convention Center is a state-of-the-arts facility.
Located in Center City with views of the Edinburgh Castle, the Center has been
the host cite for many world famous events.
Edinburgh International Convention Center
The Exchange
Edinburgh EH3 8EE
Scotland
Tel: +44 (0) 131 300 3000
Fax: +44 (0) 131 519 4060
Visa Information
For VISA information contact International Visitors Office (IVO)
of the National Academies. This Web site should serve as a VISA resource
for all visiting scientists and scholars traveling to the United States.
Additionally, a survey is available and will be used to assist future travelers
with the VISA process.
The U.S. is advising
visa applicants to apply at least three to four months in advance of their
travel date. To increase security for citizens and visitors, the U.S. has
recently updated its policies for Visas. Here are come guidelines to help
you through this procedure:
- www.UnitedStatesVisas.gov –—A Web site designed with you in
mind about current visa policies and procedures.
- Make an Appointment—Visit
the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Make sure you ask if there are any fees
required. Most fees must be paid before your appointment.
- Get your documents
ready— Passport, applications, documents to
support the application with employment details (reason for travel along
with financial status), and proof of payment of fees.
- Submit your application, passport along with supporting documents to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
- Start
Early, Additional reviews may be required—this could add
an additional 4–6 weeks to the processing time.
- If you need a letter
of invitation for your visa, please download the Invitation Letter.
Transportation Information to and from Edinburgh from
the Official Tourist Board
Wherever you're coming from, however you choose to travel, getting to Edinburgh
is easier than you might think. Whether you choose to take a train, plane,
car, coach or boat to the city, Scotland's capital is within your reach.
Excellent rail links throughout the UK make the train a great way to get here.
And numerous direct scheduled flights from major airports, both in the UK and
overseas, mean a trip to Edinburgh is more than just a flight of fancy.
However you get here, once you arrive you'll find that getting round is just
as simple.
There's nothing to stop you experiencing Edinburgh. Start planning your travel
using the links below - we look forward to seeing you soon.
Map
for Travel Options
Transportation from Airport
Travel Tip
Edinburgh International Airport Flights
Edinburgh is one of the UK's fastest growing airports, offering direct and
connecting flights from many UK, European and International airlines.
The flight from London takes around an hour and there are over 40 flights from
London airports every day. Regular services arrive in Edinburgh from other
major UK cities and there are frequent scheduled flights from 40 European airports,
including Amsterdam, Paris, Frankfurt and Zurich. There is direct daily servcie
from New York's Newark airport and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta
International Airport and Edinburgh. Further transatlantic flights arrive at
Glasgow International Airport, one hour's drive away.
Edinburgh International Airport is 8 miles (12km) west of the city centre.
A wide variety of airlines service the Edinburgh Airport. For your convenience,
below is a listing of links for finding the most economical flights to Edinburgh
no matter your place of origin.
Additional Airline that services Edinburgh
IMPORTANT BAGGAGE NOTE!
Passengers traveling through Edinburgh Airport will only be able to check-in
bags which weigh 32kg (70lbs) or less. BAA is introducing the new safety measure,
which will apply to all airlines and destinations from Edinburgh, to protect
the airport's 300 strong workforce of baggage handling staff.
To learn more about the Edinburgh Airport please visit
How to Get to Edinburgh Airport
Road access to the Airport is easy from the two-level junction on the A8 trunk road, midway between the Gogar and Newbridge roundabouts. If approaching from the Edinburgh side join the A8 from the city bypass and proceed toward Ingliston. Just before reaching the Royal Highland Showground, take take the left hand slip road to join the Edinburgh Airport approach road.
From the North and West you should join the A8 at the Newbridge roundabout and proceed toward Edinburgh. Just past the Royal Highland showground follow the directional signs for the Airport. Indeed the Airport directional signs should be followed no matter what direction you approach from. Edinburgh Airport can boast traffic congestion free access at most times.
Bus Travel to Edinburgh
If you're on a budget then buses are a great travel option. And because Edinburgh is well placed on the Scottish motorway network, getting here by bus or coach could be quicker than you might think. There are regular coach services to Edinburgh from all major UK cities.
The following companies can provide more information:
Linking Edinburgh to England:
National Express contact number - 08705 80 80 80.
Linking Edinburgh to England and to cities across Scotland:
Mega Bus contact number - 01738 639 095
Linking Edinburgh to towns and cities across Scotland:
Scottish Citylink contact number - 08705 50 50 50 or
Stagecoach contact number - 0870 608 2 608.
Car Parking and Public Transportation
One Hour Parking—Up to 30 minutes= 80 uk pence. Up to 60
mins= 1 GBP.
Every additional 30 minutes. 2.00GBP.
BAA's main car park—Any period = £6.70 per day.
Bus—Frequent bus service from the terminal forecourt
to Haymarket Station and the city centre terminus at Waverley Station.
Call Lothian Region Transport on 0131 555 6363, Guide Friday on
0131 334 3136. for further information. Fares are 3.40 GBP for a
single journey or 5 GBP return.
Car
Hire—Self drive and chauffeur driven cars are
available from the desks in the main concourse.
| Alamo |
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0131 333 5100 |
| Avis |
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0131 333 1866 |
| Europcar |
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0131 333 2588 |
| Hertz |
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0131 333 1019 |
Ferry Service to Edinburgh
Travel Tip
Zeebrugge Ferry Rosyth, Travel to Edinburgh
It's easy to get to Edinburgh by sea. An overnight Superfast ferry service operates
between Zeebrugge and Rosyth 3 times a week, with a crossing time of 18 hours.
Rosyth is about half an hour's drive from Edinburgh, so getting to the city is plain sailing.
You can also reach Edinburgh easily by road from the continental ferry ports of
Newcastle and Hull and the Irish ferry ports of Stranraer and Cairnryan.
The following companies can provide more information.
From Zeebrugge:
Superfast Ferries
From Ireland:
P&O Ferries
Stenaline
The Edinburgh Shuttle operates a frequent, on-demand mini-coach service
between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre. Departs every 15-30 minutes
to any address within the city centre zone.
Travel Tips
Here are several links to assist you in making your travel arrangements and travel experience as pleasant as possible. Edinburgh is an h istorical location with many events and places to visit in addition to the castle. Have fun surfing in preparation for not only a great scientific congress meeting but an exciting visit to historical and beautiful Edinburgh, Scotland!!!
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