Guidebook for Edinburgh

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Guidebook for Edinburgh

Sightseeing

The residence of The Queen in Scotland! The Queen usually stays here from the end of June to the beginning of July.
462 locals recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate
462 locals recommend
The residence of The Queen in Scotland! The Queen usually stays here from the end of June to the beginning of July.
UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Edinburgh-Constructed from a mixture of steel, oak and granite, the complex building is one of the most innovative designs in Britain today
314 locals recommend
Scottish Parliament Building
314 locals recommend
UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Edinburgh-Constructed from a mixture of steel, oak and granite, the complex building is one of the most innovative designs in Britain today
The oldest Street in the City! Leading from the Palace of Holyrood to the Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile is in the heart of the Old Town. Don't miss Mary Kings Close on the way up!
337 locals recommend
Royal Mile
337 locals recommend
The oldest Street in the City! Leading from the Palace of Holyrood to the Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile is in the heart of the Old Town. Don't miss Mary Kings Close on the way up!
Sitting proudly on a rock, it is the iconic Scottish attraction!
1961 locals recommend
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill
1961 locals recommend
Sitting proudly on a rock, it is the iconic Scottish attraction!
Once a medieval market place and site for public executions, it is now a vibrant area with lively drinking spots and eclectic shops. Its dynamic atmosphere make it one of the city’s most-loved areas!
317 locals recommend
Grassmarket
10 Grassmarket
317 locals recommend
Once a medieval market place and site for public executions, it is now a vibrant area with lively drinking spots and eclectic shops. Its dynamic atmosphere make it one of the city’s most-loved areas!
Yes, another hill! And yes, another UNESCO World Heritage Site! It is unmistakable with its Athenian acropolis poking above the skyline.
1098 locals recommend
Calton Hill
Calton Hill
1098 locals recommend
Yes, another hill! And yes, another UNESCO World Heritage Site! It is unmistakable with its Athenian acropolis poking above the skyline.

Parks & Nature

The Gardens are set in the valley between the old and new towns with Edinburgh Castle on its rock towering above the western end. For a moment, you will forget you are in a city!
957 locals recommend
Princes Street
Princes Street
957 locals recommend
The Gardens are set in the valley between the old and new towns with Edinburgh Castle on its rock towering above the western end. For a moment, you will forget you are in a city!
Part of Holyrood Park, Arthurs Seat is a dormant volcano, and sits 251m above sea level giving excellent view of the city! Devote a half day for this hike and take in the AMAZING views!!!
1859 locals recommend
Arthur's Seat
1859 locals recommend
Part of Holyrood Park, Arthurs Seat is a dormant volcano, and sits 251m above sea level giving excellent view of the city! Devote a half day for this hike and take in the AMAZING views!!!

Food Scene

Rustic-chic gastropub with a Modern Scottish menu, draught and bottled beers, and whiskies galore. Stockbridge
378 locals recommend
The Scran and Scallie
1 Comely Bank Rd
378 locals recommend
Rustic-chic gastropub with a Modern Scottish menu, draught and bottled beers, and whiskies galore. Stockbridge
One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, Lady Lawson Street. Creative menu of locally-sourced artisanal produce in hip, industrial-chic former warehouse space.
184 locals recommend
TIMBERYARD
10 Lady Lawson St
184 locals recommend
One of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, Lady Lawson Street. Creative menu of locally-sourced artisanal produce in hip, industrial-chic former warehouse space.
Lavish, Gothic-style dining room and guest suites with roll-top baths in quirky boutique hotel. The Witchery is located at the top of the Royal Mile, as you approach Edinburgh Castle.
192 locals recommend
The Witchery by the Castle
352 Castlehill
192 locals recommend
Lavish, Gothic-style dining room and guest suites with roll-top baths in quirky boutique hotel. The Witchery is located at the top of the Royal Mile, as you approach Edinburgh Castle.
Down-to-earth British dishes made with Scottish produce in a stylish, white-walled dining room.
63 locals recommend
the dogs
110 Hanover St
63 locals recommend
Down-to-earth British dishes made with Scottish produce in a stylish, white-walled dining room.

Drinks & Nightlife

Unique and Fun
297 locals recommend
Panda & Sons
79 Queen St
297 locals recommend
Unique and Fun
Chic.
205 locals recommend
Tigerlilly
125 George St
205 locals recommend
Chic.

Entertainment & Activities

Comedy club popular with the locals. We are regulars there.
72 locals recommend
The Stand Comedy Club
5 York Place
72 locals recommend
Comedy club popular with the locals. We are regulars there.

Arts & Culture

Good for families on a rain day.
1378 locals recommend
National Museum of Scotland
1378 locals recommend
Good for families on a rain day.
79 locals recommend
Museum of Childhood
42 High St
79 locals recommend

Getting Around

269 locals recommend
Edinburgh Waverley Station
Princes Street
269 locals recommend
This will take you to the airport
123 locals recommend
Haymarket station
123 locals recommend
This will take you to the airport