Guidebook for Edinburgh
Everything Else
Tesco Express
4-6 Leith WalkVery handy for groceries or indeed a pint of milk!
Situated in Queens Park and literally a two minute walk from the apartment, this is right at the top of any must see list in Edinburgh. There are many paths to the top, some more energetic than others
1859 locals recommend
Arthur's Seat
Situated in Queens Park and literally a two minute walk from the apartment, this is right at the top of any must see list in Edinburgh. There are many paths to the top, some more energetic than others
Home of the Scottish Government.
Gloriously bold and modern architecture. Love it or hate it, everyone has an opinion about this building - one thing is for sure.... it cannot be ignored!
314 locals recommend
Scottish Parliament Building
Home of the Scottish Government.
Gloriously bold and modern architecture. Love it or hate it, everyone has an opinion about this building - one thing is for sure.... it cannot be ignored!
Food Scene
Pizza Express
1 Deanhaugh StVery handy for relaxed casual dining, and just on the doorstep.
Award winning and highly recommended Vegetarian restaurant.
117 locals recommend
David Bann Restaurant
56-58 St Mary's StAward winning and highly recommended Vegetarian restaurant.
Foodies At Holyrood
67 Holyrood RoadPerfect for breakfast or take away coffee and croissants.
Fabulous Swedish Café-Bar on your doorstep (literally!). Relaxed brunch/lunch or evening meal.
73 locals recommend
Hemma
75 Holyrood RdFabulous Swedish Café-Bar on your doorstep (literally!). Relaxed brunch/lunch or evening meal.
Entertainment & Activities
Everything you need to know about Scotland's national drink. Tours daily.
A very short walk from the apartment, Our Dynamic Earth is an amazing attraction. Described as "The Mother Earth of all adventures" it is perfect for young and old alike.
303 locals recommend
Dynamic Earth
Holyrood RoadA very short walk from the apartment, Our Dynamic Earth is an amazing attraction. Described as "The Mother Earth of all adventures" it is perfect for young and old alike.
Authentic underground street on the Royal Mile dating back to 16th century.
373 locals recommend
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StAuthentic underground street on the Royal Mile dating back to 16th century.
Sightseeing
The Queen's oficial residence in Edinburgh, this is a two minute walk from the apartment. It is one of the highlights of any visit to Edinburgh. It also houses The Queens Gallery.
462 locals recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse
CanongateThe Queen's oficial residence in Edinburgh, this is a two minute walk from the apartment. It is one of the highlights of any visit to Edinburgh. It also houses The Queens Gallery.
The building of this Kirk started in 1688. It has a long and colourful history and its graveyard is the final resting place of Adam Smith.
9 locals recommend
Canongate Kirk
153 CanongateThe building of this Kirk started in 1688. It has a long and colourful history and its graveyard is the final resting place of Adam Smith.
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillArts & Culture
People's Story
163 CanongateFabulous small museum on The Royal Mile.
Great for adults and kids. This museum is a treasure trove of children's toys through the ages - a great nostalgia trip for adults and no electronic toys to be found here!
79 locals recommend
Museum of Childhood
42 High StGreat for adults and kids. This museum is a treasure trove of children's toys through the ages - a great nostalgia trip for adults and no electronic toys to be found here!
This is a bit of a hidden gem in Edinburgh - a museum dedicated to the history of Edinburgh with lots of information about the building of the New Town. Great for all ages.
72 locals recommend
The Museum of Edinburgh
142-146 CanongateThis is a bit of a hidden gem in Edinburgh - a museum dedicated to the history of Edinburgh with lots of information about the building of the New Town. Great for all ages.