Guidebook for Edinburgh

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Guidebook for Edinburgh

Sightseeing

Edinburgh Castle is a world famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site.
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Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill
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Edinburgh Castle is a world famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site.
Free entry - Visit the home of the Scottish Parliament, in the heart of the Old Town World Heritage Site. Visit the debating chamber and see parliament in action (usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) or enjoy a guided tour of the building (Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays)
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Scottish Parliament Building
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Free entry - Visit the home of the Scottish Parliament, in the heart of the Old Town World Heritage Site. Visit the debating chamber and see parliament in action (usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) or enjoy a guided tour of the building (Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays)
Visit The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty The Queen's official residence in Scotland. Standing at the end of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, this fine palace is the home of Scottish royal history.
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate
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Visit The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty The Queen's official residence in Scotland. Standing at the end of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, this fine palace is the home of Scottish royal history.

Entertainment & Activities

Enjoy the fascinating Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. It offers fantastic views of Edinburgh and five floors packed full of amazing optical experiences which have been amusing visitors of all ages and nationalities since 1853! Situated right by Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura is one not to be missed.
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Camera Obscura och Världen av Illusioner
549 Castlehill
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Enjoy the fascinating Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. It offers fantastic views of Edinburgh and five floors packed full of amazing optical experiences which have been amusing visitors of all ages and nationalities since 1853! Situated right by Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura is one not to be missed.
An 82-acre (33 ha) non-profit zoological park in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo was the first zoo in the world to house and to breed penguins. It is also the only zoo in Britain to house koalas and giant pandas. Edinburgh Zoo is the perfect venue for a fun family day out. The Zoo offers visitors the chance to see over 1,000 different species of animal and included in that are the UK’s only Giant Pandas. Visitors can witness the superb wildlife all year round as the Zoo is open 365 days a year.
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Edinburgh Zoo
134 Corstorphine Rd
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An 82-acre (33 ha) non-profit zoological park in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo was the first zoo in the world to house and to breed penguins. It is also the only zoo in Britain to house koalas and giant pandas. Edinburgh Zoo is the perfect venue for a fun family day out. The Zoo offers visitors the chance to see over 1,000 different species of animal and included in that are the UK’s only Giant Pandas. Visitors can witness the superb wildlife all year round as the Zoo is open 365 days a year.
Less than a mile away from the flat and it has the following •​Cineworld •​Starbucks •​Fahrenheit Bar & Grill •​Gambado - Kids Soft Play Park •​Genting Club Casino •​McCowans Brewhouse •​Tenpin Bowling •​Nando's •​Virgin Active Gym •​Mr Basrai's World Cuisines •​Pizza Hut
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Fontänparken
130 Dundee St
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Less than a mile away from the flat and it has the following •​Cineworld •​Starbucks •​Fahrenheit Bar & Grill •​Gambado - Kids Soft Play Park •​Genting Club Casino •​McCowans Brewhouse •​Tenpin Bowling •​Nando's •​Virgin Active Gym •​Mr Basrai's World Cuisines •​Pizza Hut

Parks & Nature

The hill rises above the city to a height of 250.5 m (822 ft), provides excellent panoramic views of the city, is relatively easy to climb, and is popular for hillwalking
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Arthur's Seat
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The hill rises above the city to a height of 250.5 m (822 ft), provides excellent panoramic views of the city, is relatively easy to climb, and is popular for hillwalking
One of Edinburgh's nearest and most popular beaches. Just a 15 minute bus ride from the city centre, the traditional seaside town draws in huge crowds on a sunny day, and it's easy to see why; with over two kilometres of golden sands, a lengthy promenade, amusement arcades and even Turkish Baths to explore.
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Portobello Beach Promenade
1 Promenade
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One of Edinburgh's nearest and most popular beaches. Just a 15 minute bus ride from the city centre, the traditional seaside town draws in huge crowds on a sunny day, and it's easy to see why; with over two kilometres of golden sands, a lengthy promenade, amusement arcades and even Turkish Baths to explore.

Shopping

Fort Kinnaird is a large outdoor retail park with nearly 70 popular high street shops. For more information please see http://www.fortkinnaird.com Fort Kinnaird is well served by local bus services:
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Fort Kinnaird
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Fort Kinnaird is a large outdoor retail park with nearly 70 popular high street shops. For more information please see http://www.fortkinnaird.com Fort Kinnaird is well served by local bus services:
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Livingston Designer Outlet
Almondvale Avenue
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Food Scene

The Edinburgh Farmers’ Market takes place on Castle Terrace under the spectacular backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Listed by Lloyd Grossman as one of the World’s Best Farmers’ Markets and now in it’s 16th year, we have a huge variety of fresh local produce from over 50 specialist producers. The majority of stallholders grow or rear what they sell. For more details please see the link http://www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk/location/
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Edinburghs bondemarknad
Castle Terrace
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The Edinburgh Farmers’ Market takes place on Castle Terrace under the spectacular backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Listed by Lloyd Grossman as one of the World’s Best Farmers’ Markets and now in it’s 16th year, we have a huge variety of fresh local produce from over 50 specialist producers. The majority of stallholders grow or rear what they sell. For more details please see the link http://www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk/location/
Does great cocktails. Afternoon teas and bar food.
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The Balmoral
1 Princes St
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Does great cocktails. Afternoon teas and bar food.
Chef Tom kitchin fine dinning restaurant.
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The Kitchin
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Chef Tom kitchin fine dinning restaurant.
Great for afternoon tea. The bar is great for cocktails it can be very busy.
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The Dome
14 George St
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Great for afternoon tea. The bar is great for cocktails it can be very busy.
Fine dinning restaurant an extra special treat.
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Number One
1 Princes St
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Fine dinning restaurant an extra special treat.

Arts & Culture

The museum houses a spectacular array of over 20,000 fascinating artefacts. Our magnificently diverse collections will take you on an inspirational journey through the history of Scotland, the wonders of nature, world cultures and the excitement of science and discovery – all under one roof.
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National Museum of Scotland
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The museum houses a spectacular array of over 20,000 fascinating artefacts. Our magnificently diverse collections will take you on an inspirational journey through the history of Scotland, the wonders of nature, world cultures and the excitement of science and discovery – all under one roof.

Essentials

Aldi, Sainsburys and a local co-op a few minutes walk. macdonals, greggs and independent cafes a few minutes walk.
Gorgie Park Road
Gorgie Park Road
Aldi, Sainsburys and a local co-op a few minutes walk. macdonals, greggs and independent cafes a few minutes walk.