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Food scene
If you’re into Coffee, this is the place to go. A small corner coffee shop, which serves excellent coffee! They also serve tasty pastries, scones and cakes.
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Wellington Coffee
33A George StIf you’re into Coffee, this is the place to go. A small corner coffee shop, which serves excellent coffee! They also serve tasty pastries, scones and cakes.
Kanpai Sushi
8-10 Grindlay StExcellent sushi in the heart of Edinburgh
Mellis have an amazing selction of cheeses from around the world.
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IJ Mellis Cheesemongers
6 Bakers PlaceMellis have an amazing selction of cheeses from around the world.
If it’s whisky you’re after, Royal Mile Whiskies (opposite St Giles Cathedral) have a fantastic range and the staff are very helpful.
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Royal Mile Whiskies
379 High StIf it’s whisky you’re after, Royal Mile Whiskies (opposite St Giles Cathedral) have a fantastic range and the staff are very helpful.
Visit Edinburgh Farmers Market www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk
Every Saturday 09:00 – 14:00
Enjoy delicious produce from local producers at this award winning market
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Edinburghs bondemarknad
Castle TerraceVisit Edinburgh Farmers Market www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk
Every Saturday 09:00 – 14:00
Enjoy delicious produce from local producers at this award winning market
A bustling and hip suburb of Edinburgh with a great selection of local independent retailers and cafes.
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Stockbridge
A bustling and hip suburb of Edinburgh with a great selection of local independent retailers and cafes.
Sightseeing
The Castle is located at the top of the Royal Mile. Go into St Margaret’s Chapel – One of the oldest buildings in Edinburgh! It’s 12th Centurary
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Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillThe Castle is located at the top of the Royal Mile. Go into St Margaret’s Chapel – One of the oldest buildings in Edinburgh! It’s 12th Centurary
Mary Kings Close – a fascinating tour of Medieval Edinburgh, hidden underneath the Royal Mile. We recommend booking your tour at the beginning of your trip as it books up quickly.
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The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StMary Kings Close – a fascinating tour of Medieval Edinburgh, hidden underneath the Royal Mile. We recommend booking your tour at the beginning of your trip as it books up quickly.
St Giles Cathedral – Mainly medieval chapel with interesting carvings. Chat to one of the guides – they have interesting things to point out – detail you may miss otherwise!
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St Giles' Cathedral
High StreetSt Giles Cathedral – Mainly medieval chapel with interesting carvings. Chat to one of the guides – they have interesting things to point out – detail you may miss otherwise!
The Museum of Childhood – an interesting place, which is full of old toys from times gone by
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Museum of Childhood
42 High StThe Museum of Childhood – an interesting place, which is full of old toys from times gone by
The Scottish Storytelling Centre – is situated next door to the apartment! It has a wonderful café, theatre, storytelling court and library
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Scottish Storytelling Centre
43-45 High StThe Scottish Storytelling Centre – is situated next door to the apartment! It has a wonderful café, theatre, storytelling court and library
Go out of the apartment and walk down the Royal Mile. It takes about 45 minutes to climb up and down Arthurs Seat and you’ll get an amazing panoramic view of the city from the top!
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Arthur's Seat
Go out of the apartment and walk down the Royal Mile. It takes about 45 minutes to climb up and down Arthurs Seat and you’ll get an amazing panoramic view of the city from the top!
Shopping
Anta is a fantastic Scottish Interiors store with a contemporary Scottish theme.
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ANTA Scotland Ltd
91 George StAnta is a fantastic Scottish Interiors store with a contemporary Scottish theme.
Brora (located on Fredrick Street) have a lovely range of cashmere clothing made in Scotland.
Brora Edinburgh
48 Frederick StBrora (located on Fredrick Street) have a lovely range of cashmere clothing made in Scotland.
Shop in the ‘New Town’ George Street, our capital’s main shopping street, is only a short walk away. There are lots of designer shops (including Thomas Pink, The White Company, LK Bennet, Hobbs, Jigsaw to name but a few) and Harvy Nichols department store is located on St Andrew Square.
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George Street
George StreetShop in the ‘New Town’ George Street, our capital’s main shopping street, is only a short walk away. There are lots of designer shops (including Thomas Pink, The White Company, LK Bennet, Hobbs, Jigsaw to name but a few) and Harvy Nichols department store is located on St Andrew Square.
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The Royal Edinburgh Ticket
The Royal Edinburgh Ticket includes: Admission to the Castle, The palace of Holyrood House and the Royal Yacht Britania as well as 2 days unlimited travel on all city buses and the Majestic Tour.
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Edinburgh International Festival
Edinburgh International Festival – Opera, Ballet, Dance and Orchestral works
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Edinburgh Festival Fringe – Every possible location is turned into a venue of some sort for all kinds of productions. You’ll find sneak previews and street performers on the Royal Mile, and a fantastic atmosphere!
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Fringe guide
To find our what’s on, pick up a free Fringe guide, or check out the Scotsman newspaper for good daily reviews
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Edinburgh International Film Festival
Edinburgh International Film Festival: If you’re a movie buff, our film festival has lots of great films to see. The festival now runs in June
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Edinburgh International Book Festival
Edinburgh International Book Festival: Based in Charlotte Square, authors from around the world come to discuss their latest books. It’s fascinating to hear them read from their own works and answer questions.
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Taking place on the esplanade of Edinburgh’s iconic Castle, expect and evening of music, ceremony, theatre and dance. Tickets sell quickly, so book early!
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Edinburgh Tour Bus
Take a tour of an Edinburgh Tour Bus – buses leave regularly from Waverly Bridge, just outside the train station. It’s a great way to quickly orient yourself with our city and its wonderful history.
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Tour Tickets
If you plan to visit the Castle and Holyrood Palace (which we recommend), you can purchase a special price ticket from The Royal Edinburgh www.edinburghtour.com 2 day tickets from Lothian Buses.