Guidebook for Edinburgh
Arts & Culture
Standing on its great rock, Edinburgh castle dominates Scotland's capital. Great events have taken place within its wall and it has witnessed many sieges. In 1996, the Stone of Destiny, on which kings were enthroned for centuries, was returned to Scotland and is displayed in the Crown Room along side the Crown jewels. Great day out for the whole family - one of Edinburghs biggest tourist attractions.
1961 locals recommend
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillStanding on its great rock, Edinburgh castle dominates Scotland's capital. Great events have taken place within its wall and it has witnessed many sieges. In 1996, the Stone of Destiny, on which kings were enthroned for centuries, was returned to Scotland and is displayed in the Crown Room along side the Crown jewels. Great day out for the whole family - one of Edinburghs biggest tourist attractions.
Food Scene
One of Scotland's most famous restaurants. Hidden in a collection of historic buildings at the gates to Edinburgh Castle, James Thomson's Witchery is the most spectacularly atmospheric dining destination in the city.
192 locals recommend
The Witchery by the Castle
352 CastlehillOne of Scotland's most famous restaurants. Hidden in a collection of historic buildings at the gates to Edinburgh Castle, James Thomson's Witchery is the most spectacularly atmospheric dining destination in the city.
Creative menu of fresh local Scottish produce, served in vaulted and alcoved former storeroom.
48 locals recommend
The Grain Store
30 Victoria StCreative menu of fresh local Scottish produce, served in vaulted and alcoved former storeroom.
Award winning restaurant representing the finest produce in Scotland.
86 locals recommend
Castle Terrace
33-35 Castle TerraceAward winning restaurant representing the finest produce in Scotland.
Entertainment & Activities
Think fairground hall of mirrors meets 21st -century tech. Anythings possible in this world of visual trickery. Incredible fun for all ages.
437 locals recommend
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillThink fairground hall of mirrors meets 21st -century tech. Anythings possible in this world of visual trickery. Incredible fun for all ages.
Shopping
Bill Baber Knitwear
66 GrassmarketFamily-run knitwear made in Scotland.
Mr Wood's Fossils
5 CowgateheadA dedicated fossil shop- with a fabulous collection!
A collective of local artists and jewellers creating fun and quirky little items for instagram generation.
10 locals recommend
Hannah Zakari
A collective of local artists and jewellers creating fun and quirky little items for instagram generation.
Drinks & Nightlife
Sophisticated cocktail bar with live DJ's. Excellent choice of drinks in lively atmosphere.
85 locals recommend
Dragonfly
52 West PortSophisticated cocktail bar with live DJ's. Excellent choice of drinks in lively atmosphere.
Pub with tables on the Grassmarket, a resident DJ and regular live music plus TVs showing sport.
15 locals recommend
Black Bull
43 Leith StPub with tables on the Grassmarket, a resident DJ and regular live music plus TVs showing sport.