Guidebook for Edinburgh

Mairi Anne
Guidebook for Edinburgh

Drinks & Nightlife

A quaint Edwardian pub with a fantastic antique island bar and a great selection of whiskies and beers
8 recommandé par les habitants
The Abbotsford Bar & Restaurant
3-5 Rose St
8 recommandé par les habitants
A quaint Edwardian pub with a fantastic antique island bar and a great selection of whiskies and beers
A lively traditional basement pub with pub grub and live folk music often
82 recommandé par les habitants
The Bailie Bar
2-4 St Stephen St
82 recommandé par les habitants
A lively traditional basement pub with pub grub and live folk music often
A classic Victorian New Town bar with beer garden and gourmet food
125 recommandé par les habitants
The Cumberland Bar
1-3 Cumberland St
125 recommandé par les habitants
A classic Victorian New Town bar with beer garden and gourmet food
A great wee pub if you are in the mood for some Scottish ‘craic’ and the chance of some live music
The Hebrides
17 Market St
A great wee pub if you are in the mood for some Scottish ‘craic’ and the chance of some live music
A good modern pub
103 recommandé par les habitants
Hectors
47-49 Deanhaugh St
103 recommandé par les habitants
A good modern pub
A cosy Victorian pub specialising in real ales, fine whiskies and pub grub
56 recommandé par les habitants
Kay’s Bar
39 Jamaica St
56 recommandé par les habitants
A cosy Victorian pub specialising in real ales, fine whiskies and pub grub
The ‘Ox’ has been made famous as the favourite watering hole of Ian Rankin’s Edinburgh cop, Inspector Rebus. Please note they only take cash
23 recommandé par les habitants
The Oxford Bar
8 Young St
23 recommandé par les habitants
The ‘Ox’ has been made famous as the favourite watering hole of Ian Rankin’s Edinburgh cop, Inspector Rebus. Please note they only take cash
If the sun is shining and you want a beer outside head here for its large beer garden
66 recommandé par les habitants
The Peartree
38 W Nicolson St
66 recommandé par les habitants
If the sun is shining and you want a beer outside head here for its large beer garden
An intimate boutique wine bar and restaurant
162 recommandé par les habitants
Rollo Restaurant & Wine Bar
108 Raeburn Pl
162 recommandé par les habitants
An intimate boutique wine bar and restaurant
A boutique hotel, bar and restaurant
205 recommandé par les habitants
Tigerlilly
125 George St
205 recommandé par les habitants
A boutique hotel, bar and restaurant

Food Scene

Renowned for its great breakfasts and brunches
88 recommandé par les habitants
The Blue Bear Cafe
9 Brandon Terrace
88 recommandé par les habitants
Renowned for its great breakfasts and brunches
A great coffee shop just round the corner from the apartment
9 recommandé par les habitants
Burr & Co
20 George St
9 recommandé par les habitants
A great coffee shop just round the corner from the apartment
An Edinburgh institution. A lofty ornate and tile-adorned Victorian bar and restaurant. Offers real ales, whiskies and seafood specialities
125 recommandé par les habitants
Cafe Royal
19 W Register St
125 recommandé par les habitants
An Edinburgh institution. A lofty ornate and tile-adorned Victorian bar and restaurant. Offers real ales, whiskies and seafood specialities
This Michelin star restaurant offers fine dining in the shadow of the Castle
86 recommandé par les habitants
Castle Terrace
33-35 Castle Terrace
86 recommandé par les habitants
This Michelin star restaurant offers fine dining in the shadow of the Castle
An absolute must if you love cake as much as we do! Won the Best Individual Cake in Scotland Award 2015 and 2016
118 recommandé par les habitants
Cuckoo's Bakery
150 Dundas St
118 recommandé par les habitants
An absolute must if you love cake as much as we do! Won the Best Individual Cake in Scotland Award 2015 and 2016
An Edinburgh institution. Resplendent with its Graeco-Roman façade and Corinthian Portico. A must for tea, coffee, lunch, dinner or cocktails
285 recommandé par les habitants
The Dome
14 George St
285 recommandé par les habitants
An Edinburgh institution. Resplendent with its Graeco-Roman façade and Corinthian Portico. A must for tea, coffee, lunch, dinner or cocktails
The coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Potter books
163 recommandé par les habitants
The Elephant House
21 George IV Bridge
163 recommandé par les habitants
The coffee shop where J.K. Rowling wrote the early Potter books
An extensive menu of teas and tea inspired beverages and a host of tasty treats
16 recommandé par les habitants
eteaket Tea Room
41 Frederick St
16 recommandé par les habitants
An extensive menu of teas and tea inspired beverages and a host of tasty treats
Located in a 19th century gardener’s cottage this is a great location for a special occasion
339 recommandé par les habitants
The Gardener's Cottage
1 London Road
339 recommandé par les habitants
Located in a 19th century gardener’s cottage this is a great location for a special occasion
A celebrity chef Michelin star restaurant which uses French techniques on Scottish produce in a converted whisky warehouse
278 recommandé par les habitants
The Kitchin
278 recommandé par les habitants
A celebrity chef Michelin star restaurant which uses French techniques on Scottish produce in a converted whisky warehouse
Old school family run Italian- retro and friendly
La Lanterna
83 Hanover Street
Old school family run Italian- retro and friendly
This chippy is an Edinburgh institution. Ranked No.1 Fish & Chip Shop in the UK by The Times in 2014. We think it serves the best Fish Supper ever
31 recommandé par les habitants
L'Alba D'Oro
7 Henderson Row
31 recommandé par les habitants
This chippy is an Edinburgh institution. Ranked No.1 Fish & Chip Shop in the UK by The Times in 2014. We think it serves the best Fish Supper ever
A simple tranquil café catering for every dietary requirement
189 recommandé par les habitants
Loudons
94B Fountainbridge
189 recommandé par les habitants
A simple tranquil café catering for every dietary requirement
A celebrity chef Michelin star restaurant serving French cuisine using seasonal Scottish produce
155 recommandé par les habitants
Restaurant Martin Wishart
54 Shore
155 recommandé par les habitants
A celebrity chef Michelin star restaurant serving French cuisine using seasonal Scottish produce
A Scottish seafood and shellfish restaurant
124 recommandé par les habitants
Ondine
2 George IV Bridge
124 recommandé par les habitants
A Scottish seafood and shellfish restaurant
A celerity chef Michelin star restaurant offering fine dining in a Georgian townhouse
51 recommandé par les habitants
21212
3 Royal Terrace
51 recommandé par les habitants
A celerity chef Michelin star restaurant offering fine dining in a Georgian townhouse
This gastro pub is a joint enterprise by two Scottish Michelin star chefs. Rustic-chic with a modern Scottish menu
378 recommandé par les habitants
The Scran and Scallie
1 Comely Bank Rd
378 recommandé par les habitants
This gastro pub is a joint enterprise by two Scottish Michelin star chefs. Rustic-chic with a modern Scottish menu
Seafood restaurant and champagne bar by the waterfront
159 recommandé par les habitants
The Ship On The Shore
Shore
159 recommandé par les habitants
Seafood restaurant and champagne bar by the waterfront
A local bistro emphasising fair trade, organic and locally sourced produce
68 recommandé par les habitants
Urban Angel
121 Hanover St
68 recommandé par les habitants
A local bistro emphasising fair trade, organic and locally sourced produce
A great coffee shop on the corner of Hanover Street and George Street. The mochas and hot chocolates come highly recommended
57 recommandé par les habitants
Wellington Coffee
33A George St
57 recommandé par les habitants
A great coffee shop on the corner of Hanover Street and George Street. The mochas and hot chocolates come highly recommended
A lavish Gothic-style dining room at the historic heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. It is a Scottish dining landmark
192 recommandé par les habitants
The Witchery by the Castle
352 Castlehill
192 recommandé par les habitants
A lavish Gothic-style dining room at the historic heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. It is a Scottish dining landmark

Parks & Nature

It is a mile out into the Firth of Forth. The causeway to it stretches from Drum Sands beach, near Cramond Village, and is submerged by a few feet of water at high tide. It is recommended to only cross the path within two hours of low tide – please double check your timings on the board at the start of the causeway. On the island, there are abandoned military buildings to explore and views of other Forth islands to enjoy. Keep a close eye on young ones on the island as unfortunately there is often a lot of broken glass strewn around. (41 bus from Hanover Street)
124 recommandé par les habitants
Cramond Island
124 recommandé par les habitants
It is a mile out into the Firth of Forth. The causeway to it stretches from Drum Sands beach, near Cramond Village, and is submerged by a few feet of water at high tide. It is recommended to only cross the path within two hours of low tide – please double check your timings on the board at the start of the causeway. On the island, there are abandoned military buildings to explore and views of other Forth islands to enjoy. Keep a close eye on young ones on the island as unfortunately there is often a lot of broken glass strewn around. (41 bus from Hanover Street)
While Arthur’s Seat is always worth climbing, there is much more to the park. A cliff edge walk along Salisbury Crags, or the more genteel Radical Road further down, offer similarly expansive vistas across Edinburgh to Fife, the Ochils and the Pentlands. You can keep wee ones suitably spooked by telling them about the miniature “fairy coffins” found in one of the crags’ caves. Nearby, at Duddingston Loch, there are plenty of ducks to feed.
280 recommandé par les habitants
Holyrood Park
Queen's Drive
280 recommandé par les habitants
While Arthur’s Seat is always worth climbing, there is much more to the park. A cliff edge walk along Salisbury Crags, or the more genteel Radical Road further down, offer similarly expansive vistas across Edinburgh to Fife, the Ochils and the Pentlands. You can keep wee ones suitably spooked by telling them about the miniature “fairy coffins” found in one of the crags’ caves. Nearby, at Duddingston Loch, there are plenty of ducks to feed.
When the weather is playing ball, it is hard to beat Portobello Promenade for a family stroll. The beach is clean, so kids might want to get a bucket and spade. There are plenty of places to eat. It is worth taking some swimming trunks – if the sea is a little too cold, warmer waters are available at the unique Turkish baths at Portobello Swim Centre. (26 bus from South St David Street)
447 recommandé par les habitants
Portobello Beach Promenade
1 Promenade
447 recommandé par les habitants
When the weather is playing ball, it is hard to beat Portobello Promenade for a family stroll. The beach is clean, so kids might want to get a bucket and spade. There are plenty of places to eat. It is worth taking some swimming trunks – if the sea is a little too cold, warmer waters are available at the unique Turkish baths at Portobello Swim Centre. (26 bus from South St David Street)
Seen from the apartment, and in the shadow of the Castle, this is Edinburgh’s best-known park. Once the site of a loch (Nor Loch), it now hosts many events throughout the year including the city’s Hogmanay celebrations, the Christmas Market and the Festival Fireworks Concert. It has a great playground for wee ones.
957 recommandé par les habitants
Princes Street
Princes Street
957 recommandé par les habitants
Seen from the apartment, and in the shadow of the Castle, this is Edinburgh’s best-known park. Once the site of a loch (Nor Loch), it now hosts many events throughout the year including the city’s Hogmanay celebrations, the Christmas Market and the Festival Fireworks Concert. It has a great playground for wee ones.

Sightseeing

Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, provides a fantastic vantage point.
1859 recommandé par les habitants
Arthur's Seat
1859 recommandé par les habitants
Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, provides a fantastic vantage point.
Sitting on top of an extinct volcano, the Castle dominates the city and is home to Scotland's Crown Jewels. Every day at 13.00 hrs a gun is fired from the ramparts. Parts of the current building date from the 16th century, although there has been a royal castle on the rock since at least the 12th century. The Military Tattoo takes place on the Castle Esplanade each summer and, to conclude the International Festival, the fireworks display to which the Castle forms the backdrop, is breathtaking.
1961 recommandé par les habitants
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill
1961 recommandé par les habitants
Sitting on top of an extinct volcano, the Castle dominates the city and is home to Scotland's Crown Jewels. Every day at 13.00 hrs a gun is fired from the ramparts. Parts of the current building date from the 16th century, although there has been a royal castle on the rock since at least the 12th century. The Military Tattoo takes place on the Castle Esplanade each summer and, to conclude the International Festival, the fireworks display to which the Castle forms the backdrop, is breathtaking.
The famous red Forth (rail) Bridge is an amazing engineering feat extending 1.5 miles across the Firth of Forth between Edinburgh and Fife at South Queensferry. Alongside it is the road bridge and the (currently under construction) second road bridge. South Queensferry is a town on the south side of the Forth from where ferries used to cross and it now hosts cruising trips on the Forth.
49 recommandé par les habitants
Forth Bridge
49 recommandé par les habitants
The famous red Forth (rail) Bridge is an amazing engineering feat extending 1.5 miles across the Firth of Forth between Edinburgh and Fife at South Queensferry. Alongside it is the road bridge and the (currently under construction) second road bridge. South Queensferry is a town on the south side of the Forth from where ferries used to cross and it now hosts cruising trips on the Forth.
Founded as a monastery in 1128, the Palace of Holyrood House is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. The Palace as it stands today was built in the 17th century. It is closely associated with Scotland’s turbulent past and was home to Mary Queen of Scots. Today it is the setting for state ceremonies and the Queen spends one week in residence each summer. Great tours of the Palace are available.
462 recommandé par les habitants
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate
462 recommandé par les habitants
Founded as a monastery in 1128, the Palace of Holyrood House is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. The Palace as it stands today was built in the 17th century. It is closely associated with Scotland’s turbulent past and was home to Mary Queen of Scots. Today it is the setting for state ceremonies and the Queen spends one week in residence each summer. Great tours of the Palace are available.
This magnificent ship played host to some very famous people and was also home (from time to time) to the British Royal Family. Now moored in Leith (at Ocean Terminal) you can visit the ship and imagine life on board in the days when she was in service.
630 recommandé par les habitants
Royal Yacht Britannia
Ocean Drive
630 recommandé par les habitants
This magnificent ship played host to some very famous people and was also home (from time to time) to the British Royal Family. Now moored in Leith (at Ocean Terminal) you can visit the ship and imagine life on board in the days when she was in service.
This magnificent crown-spired cathedral on the High Street contains memorials to c. 200 distinguished Scots, and some incredible stained glass windows. Parts of the structure date back to the 12th century and it is home of Scotland’s chivalric company of Knights, the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle.
152 recommandé par les habitants
St Giles' Cathedral
High Street
152 recommandé par les habitants
This magnificent crown-spired cathedral on the High Street contains memorials to c. 200 distinguished Scots, and some incredible stained glass windows. Parts of the structure date back to the 12th century and it is home of Scotland’s chivalric company of Knights, the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle.
This Gothic monument in East Princes Street Gardens was constructed in 1846 to commemorate Edinburgh born writer Sir Walter Scott. The views from its summit are well worth the climb of 287 steps.
302 recommandé par les habitants
Scott Monument
302 recommandé par les habitants
This Gothic monument in East Princes Street Gardens was constructed in 1846 to commemorate Edinburgh born writer Sir Walter Scott. The views from its summit are well worth the climb of 287 steps.
Opposite Holyrood Palace lies the recently constructed Scottish Parliament building (opened 2004), part of which is open to visitors.
314 recommandé par les habitants
Scottish Parliament Building
314 recommandé par les habitants
Opposite Holyrood Palace lies the recently constructed Scottish Parliament building (opened 2004), part of which is open to visitors.

Entertainment & Activities

Five floors packed with brilliant optical illusions, this is a great place to visit for adults and children alike. On the Royal Mile next to the Castle.
437 recommandé par les habitants
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 Castlehill
437 recommandé par les habitants
Five floors packed with brilliant optical illusions, this is a great place to visit for adults and children alike. On the Royal Mile next to the Castle.
Close to the Scottish Parliament building Dynamic Earth offers a series of interactive exhibits allowing you to feel the heat of a bubbling volcano, the chill of polar ice and the humidity of tropical rainforest. There is also a soft play area for babies and children.
303 recommandé par les habitants
Dynamic Earth
Holyrood Road
303 recommandé par les habitants
Close to the Scottish Parliament building Dynamic Earth offers a series of interactive exhibits allowing you to feel the heat of a bubbling volcano, the chill of polar ice and the humidity of tropical rainforest. There is also a soft play area for babies and children.
Situated 3 miles west of the city centre, it is home to thousands of rare and endangered animals. The most famous residents are the pandas and the penguins. The daily penguin parade is a highlight. (12, 26 or 31 bus from Princes Street)
308 recommandé par les habitants
Edinburgh Zoo
134 Corstorphine Rd
308 recommandé par les habitants
Situated 3 miles west of the city centre, it is home to thousands of rare and endangered animals. The most famous residents are the pandas and the penguins. The daily penguin parade is a highlight. (12, 26 or 31 bus from Princes Street)

Arts & Culture

This world-class museum on Chamber Street has great interactive exhibits ideal for adults and children alike. There is a galleried room with dinosaurs and part of the museum focuses on Scotland's history.
1378 recommandé par les habitants
National Museum of Scotland
1378 recommandé par les habitants
This world-class museum on Chamber Street has great interactive exhibits ideal for adults and children alike. There is a galleried room with dinosaurs and part of the museum focuses on Scotland's history.
Moments from the apartment, and visible from the apartment, is the RSA building on the Mound. The organisation promotes contemporary Scottish art and architecture and many exhibitions and events are hosted in the beautiful neo-classical building.
39 recommandé par les habitants
Royal Scottish Academy
The Mound
39 recommandé par les habitants
Moments from the apartment, and visible from the apartment, is the RSA building on the Mound. The organisation promotes contemporary Scottish art and architecture and many exhibitions and events are hosted in the beautiful neo-classical building.
Situated at the foot of the Mound on Princes Street this gallery is just moments from the apartment. It is home to some of Scotland's greatest collection of European paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance to Post Impressionist era.
1010 recommandé par les habitants
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
75 Belford Rd
1010 recommandé par les habitants
Situated at the foot of the Mound on Princes Street this gallery is just moments from the apartment. It is home to some of Scotland's greatest collection of European paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance to Post Impressionist era.
Gallery holding the national collection of portraits, all of which are of, but not necessarily by, Scots.
523 recommandé par les habitants
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
1 Queen St
523 recommandé par les habitants
Gallery holding the national collection of portraits, all of which are of, but not necessarily by, Scots.

Essentials

211 recommandé par les habitants
Sainsbury's
Unit 9-10 Moray Park Terrace
211 recommandé par les habitants
26 recommandé par les habitants
Marks & Spencer Edinburgh
54 Princes St
26 recommandé par les habitants