Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
Compact diner serving simply prepared Scottish steak and seafood, with daily and seasonal specials.
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The Witchery by the Castle
352 CastlehillCompact diner serving simply prepared Scottish steak and seafood, with daily and seasonal specials.
Warm dining room with hand-printed wallpaper for Modern British dishes made using French techniques.
86 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Castle Terrace
33-35 Castle TerraceWarm dining room with hand-printed wallpaper for Modern British dishes made using French techniques.
Gregarious, central Kurdish and Middle Eastern restaurant with sheesha pipes area and a dry bar.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hanam's
3 Johnston TerraceGregarious, central Kurdish and Middle Eastern restaurant with sheesha pipes area and a dry bar.
Quirky cafe with mismatched tableware, artisan coffee and a wooden dresser full of handmade cakes.
119 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lovecrumbs West Port
155 West PortQuirky cafe with mismatched tableware, artisan coffee and a wooden dresser full of handmade cakes.
This is definitely not the cheapest but it certainly is creative. It is really hidden - you wouldn't know it was there so common knowledge definitely helpful. Creative cocktails and menu. Pre-booking recommended.
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TIMBERYARD
10 Lady Lawson StThis is definitely not the cheapest but it certainly is creative. It is really hidden - you wouldn't know it was there so common knowledge definitely helpful. Creative cocktails and menu. Pre-booking recommended.
Great restaurant on the Royal Mile. We have only ever been at lunchtime as they have a fantastic set menu. Off piste and it can start to get a little pricey. Food has always been excellent. NOTE: suggest pre-booking in peak periods. If you are having a romantic meal, there is a little table for two overlooking the close but we have yet to be organised enough to book in advance.
128 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Angels with Bagpipes
343 High StGreat restaurant on the Royal Mile. We have only ever been at lunchtime as they have a fantastic set menu. Off piste and it can start to get a little pricey. Food has always been excellent. NOTE: suggest pre-booking in peak periods. If you are having a romantic meal, there is a little table for two overlooking the close but we have yet to be organised enough to book in advance.
A firm favourite! We love this place which has a terrific menu plan or a la carte. We normally go for the 3 course menu and are never disappointed. It is advised to book ahead. Bon appetite!
51 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Petit Paris
38-40 GrassmarketA firm favourite! We love this place which has a terrific menu plan or a la carte. We normally go for the 3 course menu and are never disappointed. It is advised to book ahead. Bon appetite!
Decent Scottish food. We also really like Table 17 which only seats two on wooden booth seats but we love the view of the dining room. If its haggis, neeps and tatties you are after, its quite yummy.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Howies Restaurant
10-14 Victoria StDecent Scottish food. We also really like Table 17 which only seats two on wooden booth seats but we love the view of the dining room. If its haggis, neeps and tatties you are after, its quite yummy.
Lovely ambiance, delicious food and definitely a great choice especially if you love wine tasting. Its a bit on the pricier side but perfect for a special celebration.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Divino Enoteca Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
5 Merchant StLovely ambiance, delicious food and definitely a great choice especially if you love wine tasting. Its a bit on the pricier side but perfect for a special celebration.
Where Harry Potter was created a very popular spot.
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The Elephant House
21 George IV BridgeWhere Harry Potter was created a very popular spot.
This is a trendy and normally very busy Cafe. We love it when we want breakfast out. They also have vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options and is definitely one of the healthier picks if that's what you're after. They are not known for speedy service so you might need to allow time.
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hula Juice Bar & Healthy Eatery
103-105 W BowThis is a trendy and normally very busy Cafe. We love it when we want breakfast out. They also have vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options and is definitely one of the healthier picks if that's what you're after. They are not known for speedy service so you might need to allow time.
Vegan/Vetetarian dining - we went with friends who have a vegan daughter and, not being vegans ourselves, we thought it was great. They had live jazz music the night we were there. It's not fancy (self service) but the food was excellent and it had a relaxed atmosphere. I had guests who initially told me about it as they were vegetarian and we were very happy with their recommendation.
Hendersons Of Hanover Street
38 Hanover StVegan/Vetetarian dining - we went with friends who have a vegan daughter and, not being vegans ourselves, we thought it was great. They had live jazz music the night we were there. It's not fancy (self service) but the food was excellent and it had a relaxed atmosphere. I had guests who initially told me about it as they were vegetarian and we were very happy with their recommendation.
Very trendy place, great service and great food! They have a lunchtime menu that ends about 4ish (best to check in advance) where you will find a less expensive menu. It does get busy so reservations recommended.
156 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Outsider Restaurant
15-16 George IV BridgeVery trendy place, great service and great food! They have a lunchtime menu that ends about 4ish (best to check in advance) where you will find a less expensive menu. It does get busy so reservations recommended.
Newly refurbished family run, Zazas Coffee House has a great Castle view. The service is friendly and the menu has a wide variety. Great brunch spot.
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International Society
13 Bristo PlNewly refurbished family run, Zazas Coffee House has a great Castle view. The service is friendly and the menu has a wide variety. Great brunch spot.
Excellent new Spanish Tapas with a sister restaurant in the New Town. Great decor, views of Old Town roof tops. Excellent service, food and ambience.
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cafe Andaluz
77B George StExcellent new Spanish Tapas with a sister restaurant in the New Town. Great decor, views of Old Town roof tops. Excellent service, food and ambience.
If you want quick, vegan, healthy and homemade, this is a great little cafe in the heart of the Grassmarket.
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pumpkin Brown
16 GrassmarketIf you want quick, vegan, healthy and homemade, this is a great little cafe in the heart of the Grassmarket.
Excellent restaurant at the Traverse Theatre. Booking in advance is advised.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dine Edinburgh
10 Cambridge StExcellent restaurant at the Traverse Theatre. Booking in advance is advised.
Excellent Italian food with friendly service. My mother-in-law loves Italian and she thought the food was authentically Italian. The menu is varied so you can get basic and more expensive here covering most budgets.
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Vittoria on the Bridge
19 George IV BridgeExcellent Italian food with friendly service. My mother-in-law loves Italian and she thought the food was authentically Italian. The menu is varied so you can get basic and more expensive here covering most budgets.
Buzzing bar and restaurant just off the Royal Mile. We do recommend pre booking as it’s a very popular. The bar fills up post work and in the evenings and the restaurant is busy virtually every night of the week.
227 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Devil's Advocate
9 Advocate's ClBuzzing bar and restaurant just off the Royal Mile. We do recommend pre booking as it’s a very popular. The bar fills up post work and in the evenings and the restaurant is busy virtually every night of the week.
Drinks & Nightlife
Elegant, plant filled 20s-style cocktail bar-lounge with chandeliers and weekend DJ sessions.
85 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dragonfly
52 West PortElegant, plant filled 20s-style cocktail bar-lounge with chandeliers and weekend DJ sessions.
This is a definite upmarket bar and a restaurant. It's worth a visit as it really is a beautiful building and if you are here in December, definitely worth visiting - even if just for a cocktail or something from the bar. We have eaten here once and the food was quite good. Booking advised.
285 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Dome
14 George StThis is a definite upmarket bar and a restaurant. It's worth a visit as it really is a beautiful building and if you are here in December, definitely worth visiting - even if just for a cocktail or something from the bar. We have eaten here once and the food was quite good. Booking advised.
This could be under a few headings. You can reserve to go to a dinner/Ceilidh evening in the great hall upstairs or you can enjoy the restaurant downstairs. Both offer lively atmosphere which are great fun. Definitely worth checking out but booking in advance is advised.
Ghillie Dhu Ceilidh Band
This could be under a few headings. You can reserve to go to a dinner/Ceilidh evening in the great hall upstairs or you can enjoy the restaurant downstairs. Both offer lively atmosphere which are great fun. Definitely worth checking out but booking in advance is advised.
Parks & Nature
There are lots of ways to visit Arthur's Seat so it is best to look on the internet to see which best suits your trip. It is highly recommended and the views on a clear day are beautiful.
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Arthur's Seat
There are lots of ways to visit Arthur's Seat so it is best to look on the internet to see which best suits your trip. It is highly recommended and the views on a clear day are beautiful.
This is found in central Edinburgh beyond Princes Street. It is included in the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Views from here are stunning.
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Colina Calton
Calton HillThis is found in central Edinburgh beyond Princes Street. It is included in the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Views from here are stunning.
Entertainment & Activities
Interested in Whisky - I suggest looking up a company called "Rabbies" who offer 1 day tours where you can discover everything there is to know about Scotland's favourite tipple!
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
28 Queen StInterested in Whisky - I suggest looking up a company called "Rabbies" who offer 1 day tours where you can discover everything there is to know about Scotland's favourite tipple!
Not much time but want to learn about Scotland's favourite tipple? This is a fun and informative tour. Advised to book in advance as it is popular.
149 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Scotch Whisky Experience
354 CastlehillNot much time but want to learn about Scotland's favourite tipple? This is a fun and informative tour. Advised to book in advance as it is popular.
BT Murrayfield Stadium
Roseburn StreetFor our rugby fans!
Filmhouse
88 Lothian RdCinema
ODEON Edinburgh Lothian Rd
118 Lothian RdCinema
Sightseeing
Loved it - great tour and booking normally essential.
373 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StLoved it - great tour and booking normally essential.
A walk down the Royal Mile and a wonderful couple of hours spent here. I definitely recommend the audioguide as it brings it to life. If you start early enough, you can even get an afternoon hike up Arthur's Seat!
329 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Palace of Holyrood
CanongateA walk down the Royal Mile and a wonderful couple of hours spent here. I definitely recommend the audioguide as it brings it to life. If you start early enough, you can even get an afternoon hike up Arthur's Seat!
How wonderful to pay a visit to your neighbour to complete your trip. We just recommend comfortable walking shoes and dressing in layers if it is cold, wet or windy as it is a big castle and you will also want to be outside enjoying the amazing views. Lady's Lodge looks up to the oldest part of the castle.
1961 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Castillo de Edimburgo
CastlehillHow wonderful to pay a visit to your neighbour to complete your trip. We just recommend comfortable walking shoes and dressing in layers if it is cold, wet or windy as it is a big castle and you will also want to be outside enjoying the amazing views. Lady's Lodge looks up to the oldest part of the castle.
Greyfriars Bobby Statue
Estatua de David Hume en Royal Mile
Arts & Culture
National Museum of Scotland
All sorts of theatre productions to chose from in Edinburgh. Not much time? The traverse also offer shorter plays by new writers with a matinee ticket comprising a play, a pie and a pint!
There is also a great restaurant, Dine, within the theatre. Advanced booking is advised.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Traverse Theatre
10 Cambridge StAll sorts of theatre productions to chose from in Edinburgh. Not much time? The traverse also offer shorter plays by new writers with a matinee ticket comprising a play, a pie and a pint!
There is also a great restaurant, Dine, within the theatre. Advanced booking is advised.
Teatro del Rey
2 Leven StTeatro del Festival
13-29 Nicolson StEdinburgh Playhouse
18-22 Greenside PlGetting Around
Train station - also a left luggage facility found here.
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Waverley Railway Station
Train station - also a left luggage facility found here.
Bus station - also a left luggage facility here.
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Edinburgh Bus Station
26 Elder StreetBus station - also a left luggage facility here.