Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
One of the best fish restaurants in Edinburgh. Great Lunch menu until 6pm.
119 locals recommend
Fishers In The City
58 Thistle StreetOne of the best fish restaurants in Edinburgh. Great Lunch menu until 6pm.
Great special occasion restaurant, right by the castle. Scottish food at its best
192 locals recommend
The Witchery by the Castle
352 CastlehillGreat special occasion restaurant, right by the castle. Scottish food at its best
Tower Restaurant
Chambers StreetBest View of Edinburgh, Great Restaurant too!
Monteiths
61 High StGreat steak restaurant, in lovely hidden close just off the royal mile
Polentoni
38 Easter RdLovely place for breakfast & lunch, 2 mins from flat!
The Basement
10a Broughton StBar & Restaurant, Local Vibe with Mexican Food
Best Dim Sum Restaurant in Edinburgh, 10 mins from walk from our flat. Don't be put off by the outdated decor, Stack offers an array of boldly flavoured steamed or fried dim sum, all cooked to order.
36 locals recommend
STACK Dim Sum Bar
42 Dalmeny StBest Dim Sum Restaurant in Edinburgh, 10 mins from walk from our flat. Don't be put off by the outdated decor, Stack offers an array of boldly flavoured steamed or fried dim sum, all cooked to order.
Smoke Stack
53-55 Broughton StSame owners as the basement, Great place for a burger and a beer
Mimi's bakehouse is great for breakfast, cakes or just a cuppa of tea! There are 2 in Edinburgh one in the Royal Mile or my favourite in the shore.
205 locals recommend
Mimi's Bakehouse
63 ShoreMimi's bakehouse is great for breakfast, cakes or just a cuppa of tea! There are 2 in Edinburgh one in the Royal Mile or my favourite in the shore.
Best Pizzas in town & also only ten minutes walk from the flat ;-)
250 locals recommend
Origano pizzeria
236 Leith WalkBest Pizzas in town & also only ten minutes walk from the flat ;-)
Five minutes walk from the flat. This great Bakery has been there since 1920's. All the food is baked onsite. The prices are reasonably & the perfect place to pick up treats for a packed lunch!
79 locals recommend
Sicilian Pastry Shop
14-16 Albert StFive minutes walk from the flat. This great Bakery has been there since 1920's. All the food is baked onsite. The prices are reasonably & the perfect place to pick up treats for a packed lunch!
Delicious, no-frills, street-food style Thai restaurant that's easy on your budget but big on fun and flavour.
257 locals recommend
TING THAI CARAVAN Teviot Place
9 Teviot PlDelicious, no-frills, street-food style Thai restaurant that's easy on your budget but big on fun and flavour.
Trendy, innovative coffee-house offering single origin brews and artisanal produce.
101 locals recommend
Brew Lab Coffee
6-8 S College StTrendy, innovative coffee-house offering single origin brews and artisanal produce.
Artisan Roast
57 Broughton StAward winning gourmet coffee roastery and cafés.
Relaxed coffee hangout with comfy sofas and rustic wooden tables, serving panini, soups and snacks.
80 locals recommend
Kilimanjaro Coffee
104 Nicolson StRelaxed coffee hangout with comfy sofas and rustic wooden tables, serving panini, soups and snacks.
Rustic-chic gastropub with a Modern Scottish menu, draught and bottled beers, and whiskies galore.
378 locals recommend
The Scran and Scallie
1 Comely Bank RdRustic-chic gastropub with a Modern Scottish menu, draught and bottled beers, and whiskies galore.
Creative menu of locally-sourced artisanal produce in hip, industrial-chic former warehouse space.
184 locals recommend
TIMBERYARD
10 Lady Lawson StCreative menu of locally-sourced artisanal produce in hip, industrial-chic former warehouse space.
Informal, family-friendly budget curry joint offering no-frills cuisine, with disposable tableware. Best Lentil Dahl and rice in edinburgh & at only £3 to take away
66 locals recommend
The Mosque Kitchen
31-33 Nicolson SquareInformal, family-friendly budget curry joint offering no-frills cuisine, with disposable tableware. Best Lentil Dahl and rice in edinburgh & at only £3 to take away
Best Sushi restaurant in Edinburgh. Book to avoid disappointment. Intimate sushi and Japanese dining with sake menu to take at kitchen counter or in private rooms.
119 locals recommend
Kanpai Sushi
8-10 Grindlay StBest Sushi restaurant in Edinburgh. Book to avoid disappointment. Intimate sushi and Japanese dining with sake menu to take at kitchen counter or in private rooms.
Ten minutes walk from the flat. This Italian deli has been a fixture since 1934, stocking Italian deli produce, pastries, bread and wines, great place for a coffee or to buy some cheese.
189 locals recommend
Valvona Crolla
19 Elm RowTen minutes walk from the flat. This Italian deli has been a fixture since 1934, stocking Italian deli produce, pastries, bread and wines, great place for a coffee or to buy some cheese.
Creative, eclectic vegetarian cuisine served in warm, maroon decor with group menu and vegan dishes
117 locals recommend
David Bann Restaurant
56-58 St Mary's StCreative, eclectic vegetarian cuisine served in warm, maroon decor with group menu and vegan dishes
Established Indian vegetarian dining in striking, exotic decor with buffet, thali and lunch deals.
41 locals recommend
Kalpna
2-3 St Patrick SquareEstablished Indian vegetarian dining in striking, exotic decor with buffet, thali and lunch deals.
Polentoni
38 Easter RdLittle Fitzroy Coffee
46 Easter RdGulp Ramen
9 Albert PlaceThe Fishmarket
23A Pier PlDrinks & Nightlife
Nice Local Bar, 2 mins from flat, great food & nice selection of beers. Great place to soak up the local atmosphere
191 locals recommend
The Safari Lounge
21 Cadzow PlNice Local Bar, 2 mins from flat, great food & nice selection of beers. Great place to soak up the local atmosphere
Leith Depot
138-142 Leith WalkGreat Local Bar with Live music upstairs
BrewDog Edinburgh came into being at the start 2011 and since then has become a glimmering craft beer oasis in the heart of the city's historic Old Town.
82 locals recommend
BrewDog Edinburgh
143 CowgateBrewDog Edinburgh came into being at the start 2011 and since then has become a glimmering craft beer oasis in the heart of the city's historic Old Town.
Loud, buzzing and compact late-night eclectic live music bar and dance club, with new band nights.
50 locals recommend
Sneaky Pete's
73 CowgateLoud, buzzing and compact late-night eclectic live music bar and dance club, with new band nights.
Upscale cocktail bar in understated, subterranean venue, serving classic and nouveau concoctions
235 locals recommend
Bramble Bar & Lounge
16A Queen StUpscale cocktail bar in understated, subterranean venue, serving classic and nouveau concoctions
Quirky retro decor, local art and exposed stone create relaxed vibe for cocktails and bistro dining.
92 locals recommend
Under The Stairs
3A Merchant StQuirky retro decor, local art and exposed stone create relaxed vibe for cocktails and bistro dining.
Sightseeing
Calton Hill
Calton HillWorth the walk for the view over the city
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill10 Mins walk from the flat. The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
462 locals recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate10 Mins walk from the flat. The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
Mary King's Close is an old Edinburgh close under buildings in the Old Town area of Edinburgh, Scotland. It took its name from one Mary King, daughter of advocate Alexander King, who in the 17th century had owned several properties within the close. Haunted tours through these now hidden alleys.
373 locals recommend
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StMary King's Close is an old Edinburgh close under buildings in the Old Town area of Edinburgh, Scotland. It took its name from one Mary King, daughter of advocate Alexander King, who in the 17th century had owned several properties within the close. Haunted tours through these now hidden alleys.
Princes Street
Princes StreetPrinces Street main shopping street.
The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the largest monument to a writer in the world. Walk up the many stairs inside to get stunning views of the city.
302 locals recommend
Scott Monument
The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the largest monument to a writer in the world. Walk up the many stairs inside to get stunning views of the city.
Edinburgh Old Town
The Royal Mile runs through the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, connecting the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a base of volcanic rock, with the splendorous Palace of Holyroodhouse, resting in the shadow of Arthur's Seat. The Mile is overlooked by impressive, towering tenements, between which cobbled closes and narrow stairways interlock to create a secret underground world. Peppered with superb attractions such as The Real Mary King’s Close or the Scottish Storytelling Centre, historical sites including St Giles' Cathedral and some of the best eating and drinking spots in the city, the Royal Mile offers much to see and do. For a glimpse of recent history, be sure to visit the ultra-modern Scottish Parliament, a striking building boasting a cutting-edge design.
337 locals recommend
Royal Mile
The Royal Mile runs through the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, connecting the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a base of volcanic rock, with the splendorous Palace of Holyroodhouse, resting in the shadow of Arthur's Seat. The Mile is overlooked by impressive, towering tenements, between which cobbled closes and narrow stairways interlock to create a secret underground world. Peppered with superb attractions such as The Real Mary King’s Close or the Scottish Storytelling Centre, historical sites including St Giles' Cathedral and some of the best eating and drinking spots in the city, the Royal Mile offers much to see and do. For a glimpse of recent history, be sure to visit the ultra-modern Scottish Parliament, a striking building boasting a cutting-edge design.
Once a medieval market place and site for public executions, the Grassmarket area is now a vibrant area buzzing with lively drinking spots and eclectic shops. Its detailed medieval architecture, stunning castle views and dynamic atmosphere make it one of the city’s most-loved areas, frequented by tourists, students and professionals alike.
Though Grassmarket executions ceased in 1784, some of the traditional area’s pubs, such as The Last Drop and Maggie Dickson's, keep alive the bloody tale of a chequered past. The White Hart Inn has played host to some famous patrons, including Robert Burns, and like many other pubs in the Grassmarket, offers live music and acoustic performances on most nights.
Fashion fans will uncover a wealth of gems at Armstrongs Vintage Emporium, a haven of retro clothes and quirky accessories, while Fabhatrix offers beautiful hand-made hats and accessories, perfect for a Scottish summer shower or winter frost. Scottish and European restaurants are dotted around the square, many of them offering outdoor seating areas for al fresco dining in the summer months.
317 locals recommend
Grassmarket
10 GrassmarketOnce a medieval market place and site for public executions, the Grassmarket area is now a vibrant area buzzing with lively drinking spots and eclectic shops. Its detailed medieval architecture, stunning castle views and dynamic atmosphere make it one of the city’s most-loved areas, frequented by tourists, students and professionals alike.
Though Grassmarket executions ceased in 1784, some of the traditional area’s pubs, such as The Last Drop and Maggie Dickson's, keep alive the bloody tale of a chequered past. The White Hart Inn has played host to some famous patrons, including Robert Burns, and like many other pubs in the Grassmarket, offers live music and acoustic performances on most nights.
Fashion fans will uncover a wealth of gems at Armstrongs Vintage Emporium, a haven of retro clothes and quirky accessories, while Fabhatrix offers beautiful hand-made hats and accessories, perfect for a Scottish summer shower or winter frost. Scottish and European restaurants are dotted around the square, many of them offering outdoor seating areas for al fresco dining in the summer months.
Parks & Nature
Arthur's Seat
Worth the walk to the top, great views of the whole city.
Water of Leith Walkway
Water of Leith WalkwayGreat walk from Dean village to stockbridge.
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction
1227 locals recommend
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Arboretum PlaceThe Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular tourist attraction
Princes Street Gardens is a public park in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle.
957 locals recommend
Princes Street
Princes StreetPrinces Street Gardens is a public park in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle.
Arts & Culture
Great exhibitions & a lovely walk behind the gallery, if the weather is good
1010 locals recommend
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
75 Belford RdGreat exhibitions & a lovely walk behind the gallery, if the weather is good
The Scottish National Gallery is the national art gallery of Scotland. It is located on The Mound in central Edinburgh, in a neoclassical building designed by William Henry Playfair, and first opened to the public in 1859
1010 locals recommend
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
75 Belford RdThe Scottish National Gallery is the national art gallery of Scotland. It is located on The Mound in central Edinburgh, in a neoclassical building designed by William Henry Playfair, and first opened to the public in 1859
Essentials
MoneyGram
56 Easter RdPost Office, pick up stamps, send postcards etc 2 mins from the flat
Shopping
Specialising in Scottish design-led craft, Concrete Wardrobe sells high quality crafts handmade by Scottish based designer makers.
23 locals recommend
Concrete Wardrobe
50A Broughton StSpecialising in Scottish design-led craft, Concrete Wardrobe sells high quality crafts handmade by Scottish based designer makers.