Edinburgh Vacation & Tourism Guide
photo by Jill and Ross
A historic, cosmopolitan and cultured city, Edinburgh mixes a unique blend of the old and new. Perched on extinct volcanoes with the Edinburgh castle dominating the skyline, the city is a buzz with international festivals and modern discotheques. Every traveler to Scotland must stop to enjoy this quintessential Scottish city.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Knight Residence
Real Traveler Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 102 reviews from 4 sources
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"From check-in to check-out this is a fabulous place to stay." — source Expedia
"This place is amazing!" — source Expedia
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1. Edinburgh Castle
The castle is Edinburgh's best known and most popular attraction and one of the most visited ancient ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Edinburgh Castle
Gorjess in Edinburgh, Scotland said
… Edinburgh, Scotland : Perhaps a visit with Nimrod could be in order...and some haggis hehehe; Edinburgh Castle; Palace… continue reading »
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2. Arthur's Seat
... and walk over its lava flows—there is no danger as its been extinct for 350 million years. The name may refer to 6th century Arthur of Strathclyde or be a derivative of the Gaelic ard-na-said, meaning height of arms.... more
Real Travelers who've been to Arthur's Seat
立ち迷ってる もみじ in Edinburgh said
… and my own incredibly comfy spare bedroom. I also caught up with Laura and climbed Arthur's Seat before losing my Camera… continue reading »
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3. Calton Hill
... the ideal perch for viewing Edinburgh's loveliest sights, including the Castle, New Town, Holyrood and Arthur's Seat. At 100 feet, you'll be surprised at how extensive the view is from the crest. At the top of the hill is N... more
Real Travelers who've been to Calton Hill
Anna D in Poltergeists and Harry Potter said
… found a few really cool places in Edinburgh:- Calton Hill and its Cemetary: The Cemetary has sadly been ravaged… continue reading »
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4. National Portrait Gallery
... Scotland collection of works stretches from the Italian Renaissance, through French Impressionism (including a chap called Monet) to more modern Scottish works of the 18th and 19th Centuries. In fact, the entire lower galle... more
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5. Princes Street Gardens
Impeccably landscaped park and woodland surrounding ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Princes Street Gardens
delete in Edinburgh Castle said
… below the castle you can see the Princes Street Gardens and Princes Street, George Street and Queen Street to name a few… continue reading »
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6. Scott Monument
A 200-foot spire dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Scott Monument
Ezby in Final Destination said
… Gorgeous city, really loved it - went to the castle, Scott monument, Princes Street, tour bus usual touristy things… continue reading »
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7. Holyrood Park
Holyrood Park, also known as the Queen's Park since it is still owned by the monarchy, ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Holyrood Park
Janna Bird in Arthur's Seat said
… the summit to be very cold I pulled my heavy coat out of the wardrobe, put on my trainers and excitedly headed towards Holyrood park… continue reading »
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8. Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
NEW TOUR FOR 2009. Take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
DemonGroover in Hooray For Holyrood! said
… Palace were all on the, to do, list. I also had a quick look at the Scotch Whisky Heritage centre where free tastings were all… continue reading »
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9. Museum of Childhood
... on your face and kids will love it. Toys, games, books, memorabilia and countless other objects are crammed into the four fandabidozi floors. It has come a long way since its foundation in 1955 - there are displays charting... more
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10. Edinburgh Zoo
This popular zoo is 80 acres and houses more than 1,600 animals, ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Edinburgh Zoo
gulatibros in The City that Inspired J. K. Rowling said
… day we saw the Royal Britania and Edinburgh zoo.The Britania was the ship that Queen Elizabeth and the royal family once used… continue reading »
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1. Grain Store (The)
Fantastic cuisine in Edinburgh's most romantic and atmospheric restaurant, ... more
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2. Terrace Restaurant
... Merchants is to be found in the very heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, close to Greyfriars Church and the Grassmarket. The restaurant nestles in a ... more
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3. Living Room (The)
No expense has been spared on Edinburgh’s Living Room, one of a clutch of popular style bars lining George Street. The décor’s been described as "Manhattan loft with a colonial twist". ... more
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4. Number One
Formal finery with a 1950s feel, not to mention elegance, exudes from this sumptuous restaurant. The resident chef has struck upon a cunningly brilliant game-plan, take the finest possible ingredients and cook them to perfectio... more
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5. Lune Town
The modern face of Edinburgh, with lots of restaurants, ... more
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6. Metro West End Brasserie & Café Bar
Metro Brasserie & Bar is an cool and uncluttered restaurant split over three ... more
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7. Wee Windaes Restaurant (The)
Dine with a beautiful view in the roomy Wee Windaes Restaurant. Take your appetite on a joyride with the delectable Scottish dishes which they have in store for you. Try the foie gras or wild deer as starters and move onto a ge... more
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8. Viva Mexico
Enchiladas, burritos, fajitas, cocktails and Latin music, this place has just about everything authentically Mexican you can think of. The restaurant is one of Edinburgh's oldest providers of this type of cuisine, and gives a... more
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9. Stac Polly
An elegantly formal decor and a warm welcome greets the visitor to this reputable restaurant. Stac Polly offers an adventurous and interesting take on traditional Scottish food - for example, their Haggis in Filo Pastry with Pl... more
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10. Mussel Inn
Staying true to its name, Mussel Inn serves the best mussel in town! The restaurant features the entire gamut of fresh seafood cooked with the freshest ingredients available. You must try their seafood chowder, served with crus... more
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A fitting close... | Mar 08 10'
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Leaving Wellington behind already? | Jan 29 10'
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From us both Yes people, you can be sure of a shed load more of this type of corny joke as the trip progresses. It's what we do best ; )... Continue reading »
