Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
A buzzing wee cafe - this is where JK Rowling started writing the first Harry Potter book. It's just 2 minutes walk from the flat.
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The Elephant House
21 George IV BridgeA buzzing wee cafe - this is where JK Rowling started writing the first Harry Potter book. It's just 2 minutes walk from the flat.
The Grassmarket was originally an Edinburgh marketplace, as well as the site of Edinburgh's hangings. The name of the pub the Last Drop is nothing to do with drink, but refers to to the last hanging carried out in Edinburgh.
There are numerous bars and pavement cafes, as well as a host of unusual shops here. The castle towers over the north west side of the Grassmarket, making for some stunning photos.
This is an excellent area to browse around on a lazy day
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Grassmarket
10 GrassmarketThe Grassmarket was originally an Edinburgh marketplace, as well as the site of Edinburgh's hangings. The name of the pub the Last Drop is nothing to do with drink, but refers to to the last hanging carried out in Edinburgh.
There are numerous bars and pavement cafes, as well as a host of unusual shops here. The castle towers over the north west side of the Grassmarket, making for some stunning photos.
This is an excellent area to browse around on a lazy day
Friendly and quirky - this cafe has a great range of fresh food and juices
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Hula Juice Bar & Healthy Eatery
103-105 W BowFriendly and quirky - this cafe has a great range of fresh food and juices
The Outsider Restaurant
15-16 George IV BridgeLovely view of the castle and good food
Parks & Nature
Arthur's seat is an extinct volcano, close to the centre of Edinburgh. Climb to the top for absolutely stunning views right over the city. To the north you can see the Forth estuary, and the Pentland hills to the south west of the city. On a clear day you can see 60 miles to Ben Ledi in the Trossachs
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Arthur's Seat
Arthur's seat is an extinct volcano, close to the centre of Edinburgh. Climb to the top for absolutely stunning views right over the city. To the north you can see the Forth estuary, and the Pentland hills to the south west of the city. On a clear day you can see 60 miles to Ben Ledi in the Trossachs
A haven in the city with a wide selection of plants. Also events and good for families
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Arboretum PlaceA haven in the city with a wide selection of plants. Also events and good for families
Carlton hill is at the east end of Princes street, right in the heart of the city. It’s a very small hill with very big views. Climb up the steps from street level, and you’ll be welcomed with stunning views north across the Forth estuary to Fife, and south over the old town and Arthur’s Seat
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Calton Hill
Calton HillCarlton hill is at the east end of Princes street, right in the heart of the city. It’s a very small hill with very big views. Climb up the steps from street level, and you’ll be welcomed with stunning views north across the Forth estuary to Fife, and south over the old town and Arthur’s Seat
Arts & Culture
The National Museum is very handy - just 2 minutes walk from the top of our street.
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National Museum of Scotland
The National Museum is very handy - just 2 minutes walk from the top of our street.
Holyrood, the Scottish parliament building, sits at the foot of the Royal Mile (also called the High Street). Walking from the flat to Holyrood takes you through Edinburgh’s old town, where you can explore the many closes (alleyways) on either side of the HighStreet. Holyrood itself is a modern building with many unique features. It’s possible to enter the parliament and see around inside.
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Scottish Parliament Building
Holyrood, the Scottish parliament building, sits at the foot of the Royal Mile (also called the High Street). Walking from the flat to Holyrood takes you through Edinburgh’s old town, where you can explore the many closes (alleyways) on either side of the HighStreet. Holyrood itself is a modern building with many unique features. It’s possible to enter the parliament and see around inside.
Drinks & Nightlife
Sandy Bells is renowned for its live informal folk music sessions. Drop in in the evening to catch local musicians gathering together to share their music and songs in the back of the bar. The bar is a short walk from the flat.
And if you're a musician, bring an instrument, or a song, and join in the fun!
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Sandy Bell's
25 Forrest RdSandy Bells is renowned for its live informal folk music sessions. Drop in in the evening to catch local musicians gathering together to share their music and songs in the back of the bar. The bar is a short walk from the flat.
And if you're a musician, bring an instrument, or a song, and join in the fun!
Great selection of whiskies and lovely interior
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Whiski Bar & Restaurant
119 High StGreat selection of whiskies and lovely interior
Shopping
At the east end of the Grassmarket, just a minute's walk from the flat, this is a cracking shop full of an impressive array of vintage clothing.
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Armstrongs Vintage
81-83 GrassmarketAt the east end of the Grassmarket, just a minute's walk from the flat, this is a cracking shop full of an impressive array of vintage clothing.
Sightseeing
Bobby was a wee terrier that famously sat by his beloved master's graveside every day until he died. There is a beautiful memorial to Bobby at the top of our street
Greyfriars Bobby Memorial
30-34 Candlemaker RowBobby was a wee terrier that famously sat by his beloved master's graveside every day until he died. There is a beautiful memorial to Bobby at the top of our street
Edinburgh castle stands on a volcanic rock in the heart of the city. It's one of Scotland's top tourist attractions. From the esplanade at the front of the castle there are views right across the city to the north and south.
Visit in the middle of the day and see the famous one o'clock gun being fired. Climb up through the castle to St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh.
Wander down into the Grassmarket at the foot of our street, and you can see the castle. It's less than 10 minutes walk from the flat.
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Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillEdinburgh castle stands on a volcanic rock in the heart of the city. It's one of Scotland's top tourist attractions. From the esplanade at the front of the castle there are views right across the city to the north and south.
Visit in the middle of the day and see the famous one o'clock gun being fired. Climb up through the castle to St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh.
Wander down into the Grassmarket at the foot of our street, and you can see the castle. It's less than 10 minutes walk from the flat.
Fascinating museum showing domestic life in Edinburgh's Old Town in 17th century
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Gladstone's Land
477B LawnmarketFascinating museum showing domestic life in Edinburgh's Old Town in 17th century
Interesting example of domestic life in 18th century New Town of Edinburgh
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Georgian House
7 Charlotte SquareInteresting example of domestic life in 18th century New Town of Edinburgh
Entertainment & Activities
The camera Obscura is a fascinating collection of optical illusions. Definitely an attraction that will entertain the whole family. Don't miss the regular show in the camera obscura itself, right at the top of the building. You'll be given a time for this when you book your ticket. Go on a clear day, and you'll see some amazing views over Edinburgh and much further afield.
The Camera Obscura is on the Royal Mile, about 5 minutes walk from the flat
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillThe camera Obscura is a fascinating collection of optical illusions. Definitely an attraction that will entertain the whole family. Don't miss the regular show in the camera obscura itself, right at the top of the building. You'll be given a time for this when you book your ticket. Go on a clear day, and you'll see some amazing views over Edinburgh and much further afield.
The Camera Obscura is on the Royal Mile, about 5 minutes walk from the flat