David's Guidebook
Food scene
A two minute walk from Apartment, open Friday to Sunday with some special events on a Thursday night. A must visit if staying when open
87 locals recommend
The Pitt Market
20 Pitt StA two minute walk from Apartment, open Friday to Sunday with some special events on a Thursday night. A must visit if staying when open
My favourite breakfast spot, a five minute walk from apartment. Booking advised
35 locals recommend
Ostara
52 Coburg StMy favourite breakfast spot, a five minute walk from apartment. Booking advised
Although options here are limited there is a M&S food market which is one of the best small supermarkets within walking distance
332 locals recommend
Ocean Terminal
74 Ocean DrAlthough options here are limited there is a M&S food market which is one of the best small supermarkets within walking distance
Mimi's Bakehouse
63 ShoreGreat afternoon tea, cakes to go!
Angels with Bagpipes
343 High StGreat food spot on the Royal Mile
This is where multiple new restaurants have opened in the city, I would recommend Tattu & Dishoom
35 locals recommend
Saint Andrew Square
Saint Andrew SquareThis is where multiple new restaurants have opened in the city, I would recommend Tattu & Dishoom
Sightseeing
A tourist favourite when in Edinburgh, a ten minute walk from apartment
630 locals recommend
Royal Yacht Britannia
Ocean DriveA tourist favourite when in Edinburgh, a ten minute walk from apartment
A great spot for a walk, check website for list of events held at the gardens
18 locals recommend
Botanical Garden's East Entrance
A great spot for a walk, check website for list of events held at the gardens
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillA must see if visiting the city for the first time
A great walk and filled with options for foodies, quirky cafes, Michelin Star restaurants and boutique shopping
69 locals recommend
The Shore station
A great walk and filled with options for foodies, quirky cafes, Michelin Star restaurants and boutique shopping
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StGreat way to explore the city underneath Edinburgh
Make sure to check out the rooftop terrace for some of the best views in Edinburgh
1378 locals recommend
National Museum of Scotland
Make sure to check out the rooftop terrace for some of the best views in Edinburgh
St Bernard's Well
2 Clarendon CresA great walk
Great fun day out for both kids and kid like adults ;)
437 locals recommend
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillGreat fun day out for both kids and kid like adults ;)
The Vennel Viewpoint Edinburgh Castle
1 VennelPhotography hotspot
Circus Ln
29 Circus LanePhotography Hotspot
Calton Hill
Calton HillFor great views of Edinburgh Castle and Princess Street
Activities
alien rock
8 Pier PlRock climbing close by
Arthur's Seat
Hike up Arthurs Seat for some of the best views of the city
Bars
Bramble Bar & Lounge
16A Queen StIncluded in the top 50 best bars in the world
Panda & Sons
79 Queen StGreat cocktails and chilled out atmosphere
The Devil's Advocate
9 Advocate's ClA must when walking in the old town
Tonic
34A N Castle StGreat fun place to go, you will find me in here on a regular basis
City advice
Getting around
Walking is suitable for most of the city
If you are not a keen walker the fastest way around is to use Lothian Bus services