Maria's Guidebook
Food scene
The Gardener's Cottage
1 London RoadAizle
38 Charlotte SquareA neighbourhood favourite, the staff are always friendly, the food fantastic and the wine list well thought out. Whether pooping in for a quick pre-theatre menu or looking to while away an evening the Apiary has got you covered. If you’re pushed for time in the evenings, they do a spectacular brunch, with haggis often featuring on the menu.
40 locals recommend
Apiary
Newington RoadA neighbourhood favourite, the staff are always friendly, the food fantastic and the wine list well thought out. Whether pooping in for a quick pre-theatre menu or looking to while away an evening the Apiary has got you covered. If you’re pushed for time in the evenings, they do a spectacular brunch, with haggis often featuring on the menu.
Ondine
2 George IV BridgeMary's Milk Bar
19 GrassmarketChild Friendly Activities
Beautiful mansion house on the outskirts of Edinburgh with an amazing outdoor playground for children. There are some beautiful walks through the woods and grounds and a lovely cafe to rest in after.
15 locals recommend
Newhailes Estate
Beautiful mansion house on the outskirts of Edinburgh with an amazing outdoor playground for children. There are some beautiful walks through the woods and grounds and a lovely cafe to rest in after.
We might not be famed for glorious sunshine here in Scotland, but the moment the clouds clear we flock to the beach! The beautiful sands of Portobello are picturesque even on cloudy days, and the numerous artisan coffee shops, bakeries and pubs on the high street are a great place to put your feet up after a stroll along the promenade!
447 locals recommend
Portobello Beach Promenade
1 PromenadeWe might not be famed for glorious sunshine here in Scotland, but the moment the clouds clear we flock to the beach! The beautiful sands of Portobello are picturesque even on cloudy days, and the numerous artisan coffee shops, bakeries and pubs on the high street are a great place to put your feet up after a stroll along the promenade!
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillSightseeing
Our world famous national museum has a few hidden gems! Pop to the roof terrace for spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle.
1378 locals recommend
National Museum of Scotland
Our world famous national museum has a few hidden gems! Pop to the roof terrace for spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle.
Good Coffee
A list of the best Coffee Shops in Edinburgh
They really know how to make a good coffee here. They also roast their own coffee beans and will grind them to order.
42 locals recommend
Machina Espresso
38 W TollcrossThey really know how to make a good coffee here. They also roast their own coffee beans and will grind them to order.
A great little coffee shop next to the Meadows park, the staff are friendly and their brownies are great.
25 locals recommend
Cult Espresso
104 Buccleuch StA great little coffee shop next to the Meadows park, the staff are friendly and their brownies are great.
Kilimanjaro Coffee
104 Nicolson StBrew Lab Coffee
6-8 S College StOff the beaten track
One of the worlds most amazing bookshops!
Armchair Books
72-74 West PortSurgeons' Hall Museums
Nicolson Street