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Welcome to Scotland’s Capital city, where ancient history and stunning scenery blend seamlessly with city life. Whether this is your first trip with us or a return visit, there is no shortage of things to see and do. I hope you have an unforgettable stay.
As I’m sure you’ll soon discover, Edinburgh is truly blessed with a rich cultural diversity. The Festival City - there are internationally renowned festivals happening across the city throughout the year and beyond that there is a rich history of literature and a love of museums and galleries.
world to live, work and visit. I highly recommend exploring the Capital on foot, if you can, for the most breath-taking views and to discover hidden gems in the historic streets. We also have one of the best transport networks in the country, with Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams offering round the clock accessible transport at an affordable price. The trams conveniently connect York Place, in the city centre, to Edinburgh Airport.
I’m certain this guide will offer you plenty ideas and I hope you enjoy this magical city.
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From the rich – sometimes hidden – history that surrounds your every step, to the wealth of lush, green spaces throughout the city centre, I find that Edinburgh continually surprises, delights and inspires.
From whisky and haggis to superb tasting menus and locally-sourced seafood, Edinburgh offers a variety of options for foodies too.
Edinburgh is also regularly voted one of the very best places in the
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Getting Around
Edinburgh has a great value, modern, reliable public transport network which makes getting around the City very easy. As the main bus operator, Lothian is dedicated to delivering an outstanding customer experience offering a City-wide network with regular travel 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Tickets for travel can be purchased on bus using contactless payments. Adult passengers can benefit from discounted daily and weekly capping when using TapTapCap.
Please visit Lothianbuses.co.uk/contactless. Alternatively, m-tickets are available via the free Lothian mobile travel app, please visit TfEapp.com, or you can pay using cash. (Please note: bus drivers can’t give change so it’s always a good idea to have the exact fare ready.)
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Another great way of getting from one end of the City to the other is by tram. Edinburgh’s tram runs from Edinburgh Airport to York Place in the east end of the City centre, with regular stops on popular places such as Princes Street and Haymarket Train Station.
If you fancy travelling further afield, Glasgow, a lively, bustling place, distinctive and full of character, is less than an hour away from Edinburgh Waverley with trains departing every 15 mins. Or take a ride on Scotland’s newest railway line, the Borders Railway. Stop off at Newtongrange for the nearby National Mining Museum, alight at Galashiels for bus and taxi connections to the surrounding Borders Towns, or stay on to the end of the line at Tweedbank and visit Abbotsford House.
The beautiful, historic City of Stirling (with its own castle to rival Edinburgh’s) is 50 mins away by rail, or visit Falkirk (for the Falkirk Wheel and The Kelpies). Alternatively, Linlithgow, North Berwick and Dunfermline are all within 30-35 mins.
Servicing Edinburgh Airport, Airlink 100 is an express service to and from the City centre and Skylink services offer local connections to other areas of the City.
Please visit Lothianbuses.co.uk/airport.
To see the City from a different view, take an open top bus tour with Edinburgh Bus Tours. The five star rated, hop-on, hop-off tours showcase the best of Edinburgh, with a choice of multi-lingual
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One of the strongest fortresses in the kingdom, Edinburgh Castle, has been at the centre of Scottish life for more than 900 years. It has served as a royal palace, arsenal, gun foundry, state prison, place of safe-keeping for the Crown Jewels, and more recently as an infantry barracks.
Before you reach the Castle, pause on the esplanade, laid out in 1753 as a parade ground for troops. This was the spot where in the 16th and 17th centuries more than 300 women, accused of being witches, were burned to death at the stake.
Well established by 1100, Edinburgh was recognised as the capital of Scotland by 1350. The Old Town stretches, like a herringbone, down the ridge below the Castle with just one major street and a host of narrow closes (alleys) leading directly off it. Try walking down any of the closes and you’ll soon realise how steep this ridge is!
A New Town
The big improvement came in the late 1700s. The town council bought farmland to the north and announced a competition to build a new town there. This was won in 1766 by a 26 year old architect, James Craig. The Georgian New Town that you see today, with its wide straight streets, large open spaces and individual houses, is much as he designed it.
By the end of the 18th century most well off residents had moved north from the Old Town
to the spacious New Town. Visit the Georgian House in Charlotte Square with its large drawing room and dining room to get an excellent idea of how people once lived and entertained.
The Heart of Edinburgh
Stop outside St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh’s principal church for over a thousand years. This is the heart of Edinburgh. Beside St Giles in Parliament Square are the original Scottish Parliament Building, completed in 1639 and in use until the Union with England in 1707, the Law Courts and the burgh’s Mercat or Market Cross.
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The Edinburgh area boasts a myriad of amazing attractions, so whether you’re aged 4 or 104, you’re in for a treat! After a visit to the iconic Edinburgh Castle, there is endless fun at nearby Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. At the other end of the Royal Mile are Dynamic Earth, Scotland’s geological attraction with exploding volcanoes and freezing icebergs, and royal residence the Palace of Holyroodhouse. For a fun filled day not far from the city centre visit Edinburgh Zoo. It doesn’t matter if you’re here with family, friends, or on your own, you’ll soon discover that there’s plenty to entertain everyone.
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With so much to see and do in and around Edinburgh, taking a tour can be a terrific way to cram in as much sight-seeing as possible, especially if your time here is limited.
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Shopping in Edinburgh isn’t like most other cities, thanks to a mix of big brands, top designers and one-off boutiques.
For your favourite high street names, make tracks for Princes Street. Further along, George Street is home to a host of upmarket stores, and for designer labels the nearby Thistle Street and Multrees Walk are hard to beat. Or why not try the new St James Quarter?
If you’re after something unique or quirky, then your best bet is to try the Royal Mile, Grassmarket, the West End, Morningside or Stockbridge, where you’ll find a range of independent retailers.
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Eating & Drinking
For something to eat, Edinburgh has it all, from fine dining to a casual bite to eat. Four Michelinstarred restaurants, loads more award-winning eateries and countless cafes, bars and sandwich shops all serving up tasty treats, means you certainly won’t go hungry.
And with world cuisines in abundance and some great veggie places too, you’ll be spoiled for choice.
Can’t choose? We have put together a small selection for you here to help you choose.
AWARD WINNING INDIAN FOOD
The top of Leith Walk has been our home for over 40 years and is central to Edinburgh’s nightlife with The Edinburgh Playhouse directly opposite.
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Á LA CARTE | LUNCH | PRE-THEATRE | BYOB 10 antigue street, edinburgh, EH1 3NH opposite edinburgh playhouse order online www.kahanirestaurant.co.uk 0131 558 1947 call to book t & Opening Hours 12-10PM SUN-THU 12-11PM FRI-SAT BOOK NOW FOR SIT-IN DINING OPENING HOURS MON-THU 2PM-11.30PM FRI-SUN 12PM-11.30PM
WWW.SHEZANEDINBURGH.COM OR CALL US ON 0131 557 5098 A LA CARTE DINING LUNCH MENU PRE-THEATRE DINING 25 UNION PLACE, EDINBURGH OPPOSITE EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE SCAN ME A LA CARTE DINING LUNCH MENU PRE-THEATRE DINING ORDER ONLINE WINNER 25 UNION PLACE, EDINBURGH OPPOSITE EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE MON – THU 2PM – 11.30PM FRI – SUN 12PM – 11.30PM OPENING HOURS DELIVERY & TAKEAWAY
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Tel: 0131 226 2862 First class food and service at Indian Lounge Restaurant on Edinburgh’s Rose Street. Established in 1983, this family run restaurant has been serving the locals and tourists good authentic home made Indian food for over 30 years. • We cook with healthy olive oil, grass fed Scottish lamb, free-range poultry • Ship to plate seafood in 24 hours & fresh daily vegetables. Highly recommended by food critics. GLUTEN FREE and VEGAN options www.indianloungeedinburgh.co.uk Award Winning Restaurant 10% OFF Indian Lounge - Indian & Punjabi restaurant & bar129a Rose Street • Edinburgh • EH2 3DT Only a few minutes walk from Princes Street EST. 1983 Edinburgh | 20 George Street | +44 131 260 3000 Edinburgh | 32 High Street ©2023 Hard Rock International (USA), Inc. All rights reserved. #HardRockCafe | hardrockcafe.com ROCK SHOP WHERE LEGENDS ARE MADE! VISIT US TODAY SCAN FOR CAFE OFFER SCAN FOR MERCH OFFER Eating & Drinking 26 32 33
76 High St | Musselburgh | EH21 7BX parillabuenoayres.co.uk ARGENTINIAN GRILL “It is one of the best recommendations we have had - the food was so delicious and was only surpassed by the service.” Jacquie M, Trip Advisor Come & visit us for authentic & well-crafted Nepalese & Indian cuisine in the heart of the city. Your experience is guaranteed to be memorable in this award winning restaurant! 15% off on food Not valid on Friday, Saturday, August and celebration days. Just quote “LANDMARK” Certificate of Excellence 2012-2019 Cafe & Restaurant 2022 Find us on: M cafegurkha N CafeGurkha P gurkhacafe 2021 2020 25/27 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh EH1 1BP info@gurkhacafe.co.uk 0131 225 2832 Maybe even Scotland... haggis & whisky house Serving The Best Haggis in Town! Eating & Drinking 27 34 35 36
93 Clerk Street, Loanhead, Midlothian, Scotland, EH20 9RE 0131 440 3566 www.theradhuni.co.uk Tuesday – Thursday || 12pm – 2pm || 5pm – 10:30pm Friday – Saturday || 12pm – 2pm || 4:30pm – 10:30pm Sunday || 2pm – 10pm (Closed Mondays) Award-winning Indian cuisine Join us at our Loanhead restaurant. 0131 663 9800 www.itihaasrestaurant.com 17-19 Eskbank Road, Dalkieth, EH22 1HD AWARD-WINNING INDIAN CUISINE JOIN US AT OUR DALKEITH RESTAURANT Monday – Thursday || 12pm-2pm || 5pm-10:30pm Friday – Sunday || 12pm-2pm || 4:30pm-10:30pm Closed Tuesday 28 Eating & Drinking 37 38
Museums & Galleries
It’s easy for the hours to fly past as you explore the wide variety of museums and galleries that Edinburgh has to offer.
Enjoy a world of discovery at the National Museum of Scotland, the UK’s most popular museum outside of London. The diverse collections take visitors on an inspirational journey through the history of Scotland, the wonders of nature and world cultures, science and decorative art and fashion – all under one roof.
Highlights include the world famous Dolly the sheep, jewellery belonging to Mary, Queen of Scots, the mysterious Lewis Chessmen, Vivienne
Ever seen £1 million? Money... and so much more Admission Free Tel: 0131 243 5464 www.museumonthemound.com
Westwood’s iconic tartan suit and the towering skeleton cast of a Tyrannosaurus Rex.
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over 500 years of surgical history at one of Scotland’s oldest
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museums. Open 10am-5pm 7 days a week
Surgeons’ Hall Museum
National Museum of Scotland
Discover Scotland’s treasures
In one spectacular museum
With thousands of amazing objects, special exhibitions and great places to eat and relax we are a must-see part of every visit to Edinburgh.
Find us in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town
Open daily 10:00–17:00
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Part of the Edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus tour.
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5 Floors of Interactive
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WE’re open early until late every day! FUN-FILLED Britain’s most fun attraction GET YOUR TI CKETSNOW ! * TEG RUOY IT WONSTEKC ! * BOOK ONLINE to save 5 电话咨询
Enjoy wonderful unique displays, breath-taking views, clever illusions and hands-on exhibits; where 21st-century tech meets classic optical tricks. Beside Edinburgh Castle. It’s a great day out for everyone! camera-obscura.co.uk