Guidelet: Best of Edinburgh
A travel guide to Edinburgh, United Kingdom | Target Market: families, couples,tourists | A travel guide by: Rachael
Edinburgh is full of history and culture and this is a guide to the very best the city has to offer visitors.
Summary of points of interest in this travel guide to Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Castle
Why visit:
This is a must see attraction on any visit to Edinburgh. It is full of history and heritage.a day,varies,check site first option
at Castlehill
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Ondine
Why visit:
This is a fabulous seafood restaurant and oyster bar in Edinburgh's Old Town.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at George 4th Bridge
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Gladstone's Land
Why visit:
This is a fascinating historic building that was the home of a gentleman who subsequently let the rooms to tenants. Very interesting to visit.a day,varies,check site first option
at 477B Lawnmarket
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Deacon Brodie's Tavern
Why visit:
This is a historic pub in the heart of Edinburgh's old town.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 435 Lawnmarket
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Cucina Restaurant
Why visit:
This is an excellent Italian restaurant within Hotel Missoni.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at Hotel Missoni
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Dubh Prais
Why visit:
This is an excellent restaurant where Scottish cuisine is found.Reservations are advised.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 123b High Street
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Scottish National Gallery
Why visit:
This is one of the best places in Edinburgh to see Scottish art. It is also free admission.a day,varies,check site first option
at The Mound
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Cranachan & Crowdie
Why visit:
This shop is lovely and has lots of Scottish crafts.a day,varies,just show up option
at 263 Canongate
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The Chocolate Tree
Why visit:
This is a wonderful chocolate shop in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at 123 Bruntsfield Pl
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Holyrood Park
Why visit:
If you feel like a run this is a beautiful place to jog.a day,free,just show up option
at Queen's Dr
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National Museum of Scotland
Why visit:
This is a very interesting museum full of Scottish history.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Chambers St.
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St Giles' Cathedral
Why visit:
This is the home of the Chapel of the Order of the Knights of the Thistle, and is the most prominent church in Scotland.a day,free,just show up option
at 375 High St.
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
Why visit:
This royal palace is full of history and a must see sight in Edinburgh.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Canongate
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Oink
Why visit:
Run by local farmers, this is a great place to get a hog roast.a lunch,dinner,varies,check site first option
at 34 Victoria Street
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Scott Monument
Why visit:
This is a famous monument dedicated to Sir Walter Scott.a day,free,just show up option
at Princes Street Gardens
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The Writers' Museum
Why visit:
This museum is dedicated to the work of some of Edinburgh's most famous writers.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Lawnmarket
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Angels With Bagpipes
Why visit:
This is a great restaurant on the Royal Mile.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 343 High St, Royal Mile
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The Real Mary King's Close
Why visit:
This is a very different tour and explores the underground tenements once inhabited by people in Edinburgh.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at 2 Warriston's Close, High Street
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Jenners (House of Fraser)
Why visit:
Jenners is a traditional department store in Edinburgh. The food hall is particularly good.a day,lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 48 Princes St.
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Mary's Milk Bar
Why visit:
Located on Grassmarket, this traditional milk bar is a good place to get an ice cream.a day,varies,just show up option
at 19 Grassmarket
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Greyfriars Bobby's Statue
Why visit:
This poignant statue of a small dog commemorates a very special story.a day,free,just show up option
at Candlemaker Row
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The Balmoral Hotel
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to stay and to also enjoy afternoon tea.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 1 Princes St
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The Royal Mile
Why visit:
Walking along this historic part of Edinburgh is fascinating. Don't forget to explore the narrow alleyways.a day,night,free,just show up option
at 1 Princes St
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The Meadows
Why visit:
This is a lovely open space in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at 1 Princes St
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The People's Story
Why visit:
This is a fascinating museum about the people of Edinburgh.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 163 Canongate
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Panda and Sons
Why visit:
This is a popular cocktail bar in Edinburgh.a night,varies,just show up option
at Queen Street 79
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The Beehive Inn
Why visit:
This is a historic pub and is a great place to go for a drink.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 18 Grassmarket
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Princes Street Gardens
Why visit:
This is a beautiful garden in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at Princes St.
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The Witchery By The Castle
Why visit:
This is a top restaurant in Edinburgh and is very atmospheric.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 352 Castlehill
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Scottish Storytelling Centre
Why visit:
This is a museum focused on Scottish stories.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 43-45 High St
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Scottish Parliament / Pàrlamaid na h-Alba
Why visit:
This is an iconic building in Edinburgh and the tours are very interesting.a day,varies,check site first option
at Horse Wynd
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Clarinda's
Why visit:
This is a very quirky tea room in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 69 Cannongate
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Maxies Bistro & Wine Bar
Why visit:
This is a popular place to eat out in the Old Town.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 5b Johnston Terrace
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The Scotch Whisky Experience
Why visit:
This is a great place to learn about whisky.a day,varies,just show up option
at 354 Castlehill
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Tartan Weaving Mill & Exhibition
Why visit:
This is an excellent place to learn about tartan.a day,varies,check site first option
at 57-59 High Street
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
Why visit:
This is a fascinating place to visit and to see the city from a different perspective.a day,varies,just show up option
at 549 Castlehill
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Royal Lyceum Theatre
Why visit:
There are interesting concerts and plays here.a night,varies,check site first option
at 30B Grindlay St
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The Royal Yacht Britannia
Why visit:
Tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and see how royalty sails.a day,lunch,dinner,varies,check site first option
at Ocean Terminal
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Spa Missoni
Why visit:
This is a wonderful place to get a massage in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at 1 George IV Bridge
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The Devil's Advocate
Why visit:
For a late night drink this is a popular bar in Edinburgh.a night,varies,just show up option
at 1 George IV Bridge
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Arthur's Seat
Why visit:
For stunning views of Edinburgh, get to the top of Arthurs Seat.a day,free,just show up option
at Salisbury Crags
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La Barantine
Why visit:
This is a beautiful patisserie in Edinburgh.a lunch,varies,just show up option
at 202 Bruntsfield Pl
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Tuk Tuk: Indian Street Food
Why visit:
This is a great Indian street food restaurant in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 202 Bruntsfield Pl
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The Mound
Why visit:
The views across Edinburgh are lovely from this area and you'll also find museums here.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at The Mound
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Museum Of Fire
Why visit:
This is a museum dedicated to the fire service.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Lauriston Place
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh - Off Inverleith House Lawn
Why visit:
This is a beautiful garden to explore in the centre of Edinburgh.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at Entrances on Inverleith Row and Arboretum Place
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The Gardener's Cottage
Why visit:
This is a delightful restaurant that serves local fresh food.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1 Royal Terrace Gardens
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Harvey Nichols
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to go designer shopping.a day,lunch,dinner,night,free,just show up option
at 30-34 St. Andrew Sq
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The Burke and Hare
Why visit:
This is an interesting pub named after two of Scotland's most notorious characters.a night,varies,just show up option
at 2 High Riggs
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Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station (EDB)
Why visit:
This is the main station in Edinburgh and has connections to other parts of Scotland and the UK.a day,night,varies,just show up option
at Station Brae
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Bramble Bar & Lounge
Why visit:
This place serves some of the best cocktails in Edinburgh.a dinner,night,just show up option
at 16A Queen Street
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I J Mellis
Why visit:
This is a fabulous deli and one of the best places to buy cheese in town.a day,varies,just show up option
at Victoria St.
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Ghillie Dhu
Why visit:
This bar is really lively and known for its ceilidh dancing.a night,varies,just show up option
at 2 Rutland Pl
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Chop Chop
Why visit:
This is a popular Chinese restaurant in Edinburgh, serving dishes popular in China.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 248 Morrison St.
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Our Dynamic Earth
Why visit:
This is a fascinating museum about natural sciences.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 112 Holyrood Rd
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Whistle Binkies
Why visit:
This is a busy bar in Edinburgh with live music.a night,varies,just show up option
at 4-6 South Bridge
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Blackfriars Bar
Why visit:
This is a great bar and restaurant in Edinburgh's Old Town.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at Blackfriars Street
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The Jazz Bar
Why visit:
This is a great place to chill out and listen to great music.a night,varies,just show up option
at 1A Chambers Street
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Museum Brasserie
Why visit:
This is a great cafe to get lunch.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 1A Chambers Street
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Rosslyn Chapel
Why visit:
An exquisite and mysterious chapel just outside Edinburgh. The setting for the Da Vinci Code.a day,free,just show up option
at Chapel Loan
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South Bridge Vaults
Why visit:
Take a ghost tour here for a scary experience.a night,fixed price,check site first option
at Chapel Loan
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Museum Of Edinburgh
Why visit:
This is a very interesting museum about the city.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 142-146 Canongate
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White Horse Close
Why visit:
This is a hidden area behind the Royal Mile that has a lot of history.a day,free,just show up option
at Canongate
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Dunbar's Close Garden
Why visit:
This is a secret garden along the Royal Mile.a day,free,just show up option
at Dunbar's Close
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The Kitchin Restaurant
Why visit:
One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 78 Commercial Street
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The Edinburgh Classic Tour
Why visit:
A bus tour of Edinburgh is a great way to get an overview of the city.a day,varies,check site first option
at Waverley Bridge
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Flodden Wall
Why visit:
This is part of the historic city wall in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at Waverley Bridge
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Floral Clock
Why visit:
Tell the time at this beautiful floral display in the city.a day,free,just show up option
at Princes St Gardens
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La Garrigue
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to eat which is just off the Royal Mile.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 31 Jeffery St
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Wedgwood
Why visit:
This is a popular and very good restaurant in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 267 Canongate
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Dragonfly
Why visit:
This is a great place to get cocktails in Edinburgh.a night,varies,just show up option
at 52 West Port
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Flux - Scottish Artisans Gallery
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to find Scottish arts and craftsa day,varies,check site first option
at 55 Bernard Street
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Teuchters Landing
Why visit:
This is an award wining bar in Leith, Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 1C Dock Pl
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Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Why visit:
This is an interesting gallery to see paintings of Scots.a day,varies,check site first option
at 1 Queen St
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Lauriston Gardens
Why visit:
These are lovely gardens to walk in close to the Old Town.a day,free,just show up option
at 1 Queen St
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Water Of Leith Walkway
Why visit:
This is a beautiful place to walk and cycle in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,dinner,night,free,just show up option
at Leith
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The Sheep Heid Inn
Why visit:
A lovely old pub in Edinburgh, this is a great place to spend an evening.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 43-45 The Causeway
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Stockbridge
Why visit:
Take time to explore Stockbridge with its delightful shops and cafes.a day,lunch,dinner,free,just show up option
at 43-45 The Causeway
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Edinburgh Zoo
Why visit:
One of the best zoos in the UK, this is a superb day out.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at 43-45 The Causeway
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The Liquid Room
Why visit:
This is a funky underground nightclub in Edinburgh.a night,varies,check site first option
at 9C Victoria St
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Edinburgh Folk Club
Why visit:
If you want to learn traditional folk dancing, this is the place to come.a day,varies,check site first option
at 9C Victoria St
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Aha Ha Ha
Why visit:
This is a great joke shop in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at 99 West Bow
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Armstrongs Vintage
Why visit:
If you like vintage clothing this shop is a treasure trove.a day,varies,just show up option
at 81-83 Grassmarket
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The Caves
Why visit:
An underground night club in the spooky South Vaults of the city.a night,varies,check site first option
at 8-12 Niddry St. S
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Royal Commonwealth Pool
Why visit:
The Commie is a great place to go for a swim in Edinburgh.a day,varies,check site first option
at 21 Dalkeith Road
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The Edinburgh Dungeon
Why visit:
This is a popular attraction displaying some of the darker historical events in Edinburgh.a day,varies,check site first option
at 31 Market St
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh
Why visit:
This is a popular hotel in the centre of Edinburgh.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 80 High Street The Royal Mile
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The Edinburgh Larder
Why visit:
For Scottish food this is a great place to visit.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 15 Blackfriars St.
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Portobello
Why visit:
Edinburgh has a beach at Portobello which is a great place for a walk.a day,free,just show up option
at 15 Blackfriars St.
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Surgeons' Hall Museum
Why visit:
A fascinating place to see some of the medical history in the city.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Nicolson St.
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The Scottish National War Memorial
Why visit:
This is a poignant memorial and very interesting to see.a day,varies,check site first option
at Edinburgh Castle
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Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
Why visit:
This is a popular gallery in Scotland specialising in Modern Art.a day,varies,check site first option
at 75 Belford Rd
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Bruntsfield Golf Club
Why visit:
This is one of the smallest golf courses around and in the middle of the city.a day,varies,check site first option
at Barnton Ave
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Murrayfield
Why visit:
This is a famous place to watch rugby.a day,varies,check site first option
at Corstorphine Rd
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Tron Kirk
Why visit:
This is a historic church in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at High St
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Jupiter Artland
Why visit:
This is a beautiful sculpture park in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at Bonnington House
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Princes Mall
Why visit:
This is a lovely shopping mall in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,dinner,night,free,just show up option
at Princes St.
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Kinloch Anderson
Why visit:
This is a traditional kiltmaker in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at Princes St.
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The Oxford Bar
Why visit:
This pub is famous as a feature of Ian Rankin's novels. Ian Rankin is a crime writer living in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 8 Young St.
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Peter's Yard
Why visit:
This is a lovely Scandinavian style deli.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 27 Simpson Loan
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Canongate Mercat Cross
Why visit:
A historic landmark where business traders met to make deals.a day,free,just show up option
at Canongate
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Edinburgh Farmers' Market
Why visit:
This is a popular Saturday morning event in Edinburgh and a great place to find Scottish food.a day,free,check site first option
at Castle Terr
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Stockbridge Market
Why visit:
This is a fun Sunday market in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,varies,check site first option
at 1 Saunders St
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L'escargot Blanc
Why visit:
This is a great French restaurant in Edinburgh.a dinner,varies,just show up option
at Queensferry Rd
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Roseleaf Bar Café
Why visit:
At this cafe you can get cocktails in teapots.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 23-24 Sandport Pl
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The Hanging Bat
Why visit:
This is a popular bar in EDinburgh.a dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 133 Lothian Rd
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Mums Great Comfort Food
Why visit:
This cheap and popular cafe is a great place to eat haggis.a day,lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 4A Forrest Rd
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The Fruitmarket Gallery
Why visit:
This is a lovely art gallery in EDinburgh.a day,varies,check site first option
at 45 Market St.
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North Bridge
Why visit:
There are lovely views of the Castle and Old Town from this bridge at night.a day,night,free,just show up option
at North Bridge
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Scotsman Steps
Why visit:
With over 100 different types of marble these steps join the old and new town in Edinburgh.a day,night,free,check site first option
at North Bridge
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The Manna House Bakery & Patisserie
Why visit:
This is a great bakery in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 22–24 Easter Road
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Lovecrumbs
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to go for coffee and cakes.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 155 Westport
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Victoria Street
Why visit:
This historic street is full of shops and cafes and curves around.a day,lunch,dinner,free,just show up option
at 155 Westport
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Apex International Hotel
Why visit:
This is a lovely hotel in the centre of the Old Towna day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 31-35 Grassmarket
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easyHotel Edinburgh
Why visit:
This is a cheap place to stay in Edinburgha day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 125a Princes Street
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Cammo Estate
Why visit:
This is a beautiful park in Edinburgh that is ideal for a walk.a day,free,just show up option
at 125a Princes Street
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George Square
Why visit:
Walk on the Labyrinth in George Square Gardens.a day,free,just show up option
at George Square
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Lickity Splits
Why visit:
This is a delightful sweet shop in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at George Square
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One Spa
Why visit:
Try the rooftop pool at this lovely spa.a day,varies,check site first option
at 8 Conference Sq.
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Dovecot Studios
Why visit:
This is an interesting gallery where you can see artists at work.a day,varies,check site first option
at Infirmary St.
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The Black Medicine Coffee Co.
Why visit:
This is a great place to get coffee and read the papers.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 2 Nicolson St
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Blackness Castle
Why visit:
This is a historic castle just outside Edinburgh.a day,varies,check site first option
at Blackness
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One O'clock Gun
Why visit:
The One O Clock Gun fires daily.a day,free,check site first option
at Blackness
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Nelson Monument
Why visit:
This monument is shaped like a telescope and has wonderful views of the city.a day,free,just show up option
at Calton Hill
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Edinburgh Playhouse
Why visit:
Check out the programme of plays and concerts at this venue.a night,varies,check site first option
at 18-22 Greenside Pl
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Leo's Beanery
Why visit:
This is a great coffee shop in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 23A Howe St
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Scottish Poetry Library
Why visit:
This is an amazing collection of poetry.a day,free,check site first option
at 5 Crichton's Close
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Urban Angel
Why visit:
This is a lovely deli in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 121 Hanover St
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21212 | Restaurant
Why visit:
This is a lovely Michelin star restaurant in EDinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 3 Royal Terrace
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The Dogs
Why visit:
One of Edinburgh's most popular bistros.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 110 Hanover St
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Burns Monument
Why visit:
This is an iconic Edinburgh monument.a day,free,just show up option
at 110 Hanover St
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Calton Hill
Why visit:
This hill is a great place to watch the sun rise and to see the views across Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at Regent Rd.
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Valvona & Crolla VinCaffè
Why visit:
This is the perfect place to enjoy chocolate.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 11 Multrees Walk
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St James Shopping Centre
Why visit:
This is a pleasant mall for shopping.a day,lunch,dinner,night,free,just show up option
at 1 Leith St
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St. Andrew Square
Why visit:
This is a pleasant square in Edinburgh and where many buses arrive and depart.a day,free,just show up option
at St. Andrew Square
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Jamhouse
Why visit:
Listen to live music at the Jam House.a night,varies,check site first option
at 5 Queen St.
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Deep Sea World
Why visit:
Enjoy the underwater world at this aquarium.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Battery Quarry
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Rhubarb Restaurant
Why visit:
This is a lovely restaurant to enjoy a meal in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at Priestfield Road
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The Queen's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse
Why visit:
A simple gallery in Edinburgh with changing exhibitions.a day,varies,check site first option
at Canongate, The Royal Mile
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Godiva
Why visit:
An eclectic boutique specialising in vintage and modern clothing in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at St James Centre
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Livingstone Monument
Why visit:
This is a monument to the famous explorer, David Livingstone.a day,free,just show up option
at E. Princess St. Gdns.
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Baberton Golf Club
Why visit:
Enjoy a game of golf at this famous course.a day,varies,check site first option
at 50 Baberton Avenue
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Mr Wood's Fossils
Why visit:
This is an unusual shop specialising in fossils.a day,varies,just show up option
at Cowgatehead
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Royal Mile Whiskies
Why visit:
This is a good place to buy whisky- and get a taste.a day,varies,just show up option
at 379 High St.
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Bongo Club
Why visit:
A wierd and wonderful nightclub in Edinburgh.a night,varies,check site first option
at 66 Cowgate
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Cabaret Voltaire
Why visit:
An unusual night club with lots of small rooms.a night,varies,check site first option
at 36-38 Blair St
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Amber Whisky Bar & Restaurant
Why visit:
A whisky bar and restaurant- and even the food has a whisky theme.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 36-38 Blair St
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Greyfriars Kirk
Why visit:
A historic church in Edinburgh and the site of executions.a day,free,just show up option
at Greyfriars Pl.
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Timberyard
Why visit:
This is a lovely restaurant with excellent food- created from a wood yard.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at Lady Lawson St
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Hermitage Of Braid
Why visit:
This is a beautiful valley with walking trails close to Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at Lady Lawson St
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Mother India's Cafe
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to get an Indian meal.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 3-5 Infirmary St
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Newhaven Harbour
Why visit:
This is a delightful fishing community. You can get boat trips from here too.a day,free,just show up option
at Pier Place
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Leith Walk
Why visit:
This is a great place to see some of the best street art in the city.a day,free,just show up option
at Pier Place
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Leith Links
Why visit:
This golf course is where the rules of the game were first devised.a day,varies,check site first option
at Pier Place
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Stockbridge Tap
Why visit:
This is a lovely pub to have a drink.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 2-6 Raeburn Pl
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Channings
Why visit:
Shackleton once lived in part of this hotel.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 12 South Learmonth Gardens
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Deadhead Comics
Why visit:
This is a shop full of vintage comics.a day,varies,just show up option
at Candlemaker Row
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Shiela Fleet
Why visit:
A shop full of beautiful designer jewellery.a day,varies,just show up option
at Candlemaker Row
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lime blue
Why visit:
This is an amazing jewellery store.a day,varies,just show up option
at Candlemaker Row
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Jo Malone
Why visit:
This is a lovely perfumery in Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at George street
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Jo Jo's Danish Bakery
Why visit:
This is a great place to stop for tea and cake.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 26 St Mary's Street
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Paper Tiger
Why visit:
This is a beautiful shop with books and stationery.a day,varies,just show up option
at 53 Lothian Rd
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Tigerlily
Why visit:
This is a chic and sophisticated bar and a great place to sip a cocktail.a lunch,dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 125 George St
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Broughton Delicatessen & Café
Why visit:
This is a good place to stop for lunch.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 7 Barony St
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Locanda De Gusti
Why visit:
This is a super Italian bistro in town.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 7-11 East London St.
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The Canny Man's
Why visit:
This is a great pub in Edinburgh, renowned for a good atmosphere.a dinner,night,varies,just show up option
at 237 Morningside Rd
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Fabhatrix
Why visit:
This is a beautiful hat shop in the middle of Edinburgh.a day,varies,just show up option
at 13 Cowgatehead
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Charlotte Square
Why visit:
This is an Adam designed square in Edinburgh.a day,free,just show up option
at 13 Cowgatehead
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Mansfield Place Church
Why visit:
This church has an interesting design and some beautiful frescoes.a day,free,just show up option
at East London Street
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City Of The Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
Why visit:
For a really scary experience the City of the Dead Tour is hard to beat.a night,varies,check site first option
at East London Street
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Duddingston
Why visit:
This is a picturesque village which is a lovely place to explore.a day,free,just show up option
at East London Street
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St Bernard's Well
Why visit:
This is a spring with mineral properties in Stockbridge.a day,free,just show up option
at East London Street
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Omar Khayyam
Why visit:
This is a popular Punjabi restaurant in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 1 Grosvenor St
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KanPai Sushi
Why visit:
This is an excellent place to get sushi in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 8-10 Grindlay St
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One World Shop
Why visit:
This is a lovely shop with items from all over the world.a day,varies,just show up option
at St Johns Church, Princes Street
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Social Bite
Why visit:
This is a cafe with a difference. if you buy an extra or suspended coffee here- it is given to a homeless person.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 131 Rose St
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National Museum of Flight
Why visit:
This is an interesting aviation museum and visitors can see Concorde here.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at East Fortune Airfield
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Gorgie City Farm
Why visit:
Kids will enjoy a visit to this lovely city farm.a day,varies,check site first option
at 51 Gorgie Rd.
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National War Museum of Scotland
Why visit:
This is a very interesting display of the war history in Scotland.a day,fixed price,check site first option
at Edinburgh Castle
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Cuckoo's Bakery
Why visit:
This is a great bakery in town and perfect for coffee and cakes.a day,lunch,varies,just show up option
at 150 Dundas St
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Argyle Backpackers
Why visit:
This is a very popular hostel for backpackers.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 14 argyle place
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Millers 64
Why visit:
This is a Victorian townhouse hotel in Edinburgh.a day,lunch,dinner,night,varies,check site first option
at 14 argyle place
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Galerie Mirages
Why visit:
This is a lovely place to shop for jewellery and gifts.a day,varies,check site first option
at 14 argyle place
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Malt Shovel
Why visit:
This is a very traditional pub with hundreds of varieties of whisky.a night,varies,just show up option
at 11 Cockburn Street
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The Plumed Horse
Why visit:
This is an elegant and atmospheric restaurant with high quality food.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 50-54 Henderson St.
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George Street
Why visit:
This street is full of designer boutiques.a day,free,just show up option
at George St.
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George Heriot's School
Why visit:
One of the most impressive buildings in the Old Town, this was once a school for orphans.a day,free,just show up option
at Lauriston Pl.
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Gordons Trattoria
Why visit:
Enjoy a pizza at this delightful cafe on the Royal Mile.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 231 High Street
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Leven's
Why visit:
A popular high quality restaurant in Edinburgh.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 30-32 Leven St
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Illegal Jack's South West Grill
Why visit:
This is a popular Southern style grill restaurant.a lunch,dinner,varies,just show up option
at 113-117 Lothian Rd
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Filmhouse
Why visit:
Watch an independent movie at the Filmhouse.a night,varies,check site first option
at 88 Lothian Rd
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Dancebase
Why visit:
You can learn how to do a Highland dance here.a day,night,varies,check site first option
at Grassmarket
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