Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
Twelve Triangles
90 Brunswick StSmall core range of sourdough breads, pastries and doughnuts.
Every ingredient being sourced from the finest Spanish artisan producers. Simple yet transformative, the vibe is one of chilled cheer and the selection of Sherries, wines and Spanish liquors is second to none. The charcuterie meat, which comes from ethically raised Iberian pigs, is exquisitely salted and perfectly air-dried.
129 locals recommend
Serrano & Manchego
297 Leith WalkEvery ingredient being sourced from the finest Spanish artisan producers. Simple yet transformative, the vibe is one of chilled cheer and the selection of Sherries, wines and Spanish liquors is second to none. The charcuterie meat, which comes from ethically raised Iberian pigs, is exquisitely salted and perfectly air-dried.
Leith Depot is an independent Bar, Restaurant and venue in Edinburgh. We have a very cosy, welcoming and laid back bar located on Leith Walk, with lovely huge windows looking out onto lovely Leith Walk.
96 locals recommend
Leith Depot
138-142 Leith WalkLeith Depot is an independent Bar, Restaurant and venue in Edinburgh. We have a very cosy, welcoming and laid back bar located on Leith Walk, with lovely huge windows looking out onto lovely Leith Walk.
Edinburgh's first dedicated taqueria serving fresh Mexican, Asian and American-inspired flavours, wrapped in a corn tortilla.
134 locals recommend
Bodega
62 Elm Row Edinburgh's first dedicated taqueria serving fresh Mexican, Asian and American-inspired flavours, wrapped in a corn tortilla.
Vibrant pizzeria with wood-fired oven. Pasta dishes and take out also available for online ordering.
16 locals recommend
Jolly
9 Elm RowVibrant pizzeria with wood-fired oven. Pasta dishes and take out also available for online ordering.
Spacious and elegant French eatery with relaxed cafe at front and bistro dining behind.
61 locals recommend
Cafe Marlayne
13 Antigua StreetSpacious and elegant French eatery with relaxed cafe at front and bistro dining behind.
Stone cottage in terraced gardens offering a communal set menu made using sustainable local produce.
339 locals recommend
The Gardener's Cottage
1 London RoadStone cottage in terraced gardens offering a communal set menu made using sustainable local produce.
Bare stone and leather sofa decor in style bar-diner known for organic pies, seafood and cocktails. Amazing brunch options and cocktails.
123 locals recommend
Treacle Bar & Kitchen
39-41 Broughton StBare stone and leather sofa decor in style bar-diner known for organic pies, seafood and cocktails. Amazing brunch options and cocktails.
Lovely family run Italian restaurant which is very accommodating of children. There is a children's menu and on Sunday's kids can eat for a pound!
101 locals recommend
Vittoria on the Walk
113 Brunswick StLovely family run Italian restaurant which is very accommodating of children. There is a children's menu and on Sunday's kids can eat for a pound!
Local take away fish and chip shop (also does pizza) - if you want to experience the traditional British fish and chips Eatalias was voted to have the best chips in the city in 2016. For an Edinburgh twist on the dish ask for it to be served 'with salt and sauce' to get a special local sauce on the chips.
11 locals recommend
Eatalias
1 Brunswick PlLocal take away fish and chip shop (also does pizza) - if you want to experience the traditional British fish and chips Eatalias was voted to have the best chips in the city in 2016. For an Edinburgh twist on the dish ask for it to be served 'with salt and sauce' to get a special local sauce on the chips.
If you're a Harry Potter fan then this cafe is reportedly where JK Rowling wrote many of the books, check out the toilets for the Harry Potter themed graffiti!
163 locals recommend
The Elephant House
21 George IV BridgeIf you're a Harry Potter fan then this cafe is reportedly where JK Rowling wrote many of the books, check out the toilets for the Harry Potter themed graffiti!
Drinks & Nightlife
Shabby chic, living room-style bar for a laid-back atmosphere and bar food with a Swedish twist.
256 locals recommend
Joseph Pearce
23 Elm RowShabby chic, living room-style bar for a laid-back atmosphere and bar food with a Swedish twist.
Easygoing hangout with simple food and a large selection of drinks
158 locals recommend
Brass Monkey Leith
362 Leith WalkEasygoing hangout with simple food and a large selection of drinks
Laid-back bar and social venue decorated with comfy sofas, floral wallpaper and homely lamps.
140 locals recommend
Abode Bar
229 Leith WalkLaid-back bar and social venue decorated with comfy sofas, floral wallpaper and homely lamps.
Vibrant pre-club cellar bar with friendly vibe and Scottish pub food menu with Mexican options.
127 locals recommend
The Basement
10a Broughton StVibrant pre-club cellar bar with friendly vibe and Scottish pub food menu with Mexican options.
Essentials
Tesco Express
4-6 Leith WalkThe nearest supermarket is about a 2 minute walk away.
Sainsbury's Local
45 Bernard StStarbucks
124 High StEverything Else
Costa Coffee
39 Haddington PlEntertainment & Activities
Brilliant yoga studio which also offers Tribe Cycle (a spin type class), Barre, and Pilates. Lovely friendly staff who are always happy to help.
11 locals recommend
Tribe Yoga Leith Walk
35-36 Haddington PlBrilliant yoga studio which also offers Tribe Cycle (a spin type class), Barre, and Pilates. Lovely friendly staff who are always happy to help.
Vue Cinemas
61/11 Leith StGetting Around
The closest bus stops for buses into town are either one block up on the main part of Elm Row or one block down just the other side of Tesco, both are about a 2-3 minute walk.
Buses up to Princes St are 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25 and Buses which go to North Bridge (the stop just before the Royal Mile) are 7, 14 & 49.
15 locals recommend
Elm Row
Elm RowThe closest bus stops for buses into town are either one block up on the main part of Elm Row or one block down just the other side of Tesco, both are about a 2-3 minute walk.
Buses up to Princes St are 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25 and Buses which go to North Bridge (the stop just before the Royal Mile) are 7, 14 & 49.
The tram stops about a 7-10 minute walk from the apartment at York Place and runs up to Princes St and out to the airport frequently throughout the day and evening.
63 locals recommend
York Place
York PlaceThe tram stops about a 7-10 minute walk from the apartment at York Place and runs up to Princes St and out to the airport frequently throughout the day and evening.
Waverley Railway Station is about a 15 minute walk from the apartment, it's also possible to get any of the Princes St bound buses which would take you close to it.
202 locals recommend
Waverley Railway Station
Waverley Railway Station is about a 15 minute walk from the apartment, it's also possible to get any of the Princes St bound buses which would take you close to it.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car - Edinburgh City Centre
12 Annandale StParks & Nature
It's a steep 10 minute walk from the bottom to the top (and about 20 minutes from the flat to the top) but the views are wonderful.
From the top you can see Princes St, Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh Castle, the Scot Monument and the Palace of Holyrood House.
There is a picture of one of the monuments at the top which is in our bathroom!
There is also a monument to Lord Nelson at the top which has a large ball at the top of it, at 1pm each day the ball rises and then falls to show the sailors out at the port what the time is.
1098 locals recommend
Calton Hill
Calton HillIt's a steep 10 minute walk from the bottom to the top (and about 20 minutes from the flat to the top) but the views are wonderful.
From the top you can see Princes St, Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh Castle, the Scot Monument and the Palace of Holyrood House.
There is a picture of one of the monuments at the top which is in our bathroom!
There is also a monument to Lord Nelson at the top which has a large ball at the top of it, at 1pm each day the ball rises and then falls to show the sailors out at the port what the time is.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Arboretum PlaceArthur's Seat
Walk up an extinct volcano!
Holyrood Park
Queen's Drive