Guidebook for Edinburgh
Food Scene
Excellent cafe/restaurant providing fresh organic food & drink with great service and laid back ambience, situated next to the Water of Leith river. There is a farm shop integrated into the restaurant & outdoor seating for when the sun shines!
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Earthy Canonmills
1 CanonmillsExcellent cafe/restaurant providing fresh organic food & drink with great service and laid back ambience, situated next to the Water of Leith river. There is a farm shop integrated into the restaurant & outdoor seating for when the sun shines!
Starbucks Coffee
140 Nicolson StStarbucks Coffee Shop open until 8pm daily.
An intimate boutique wine bar and restaurant. Serving a menu of tapas inspired small plates, bites and bowls that change regularly and an extensive wine list, set in a cosy, warm, inviting space.
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Rollo Restaurant & Wine Bar
108 Raeburn PlAn intimate boutique wine bar and restaurant. Serving a menu of tapas inspired small plates, bites and bowls that change regularly and an extensive wine list, set in a cosy, warm, inviting space.
Two of Scotland's top Michelin star chefs, Tom Kitchin and Dominic Jack have come together to create menus of fresh, home-cooked dishes using quality, seasonal, local produce.
The pub is open seven days a week serving lunch, bar ‘scran’ and dinner as well as an extensive drinks menu throughout the day.
The rustic but charming interior of the pub features many of the old features of the building, refreshed with modern Scottish accents and a hint of Scandinavian influences.
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The Scran and Scallie
1 Comely Bank RdTwo of Scotland's top Michelin star chefs, Tom Kitchin and Dominic Jack have come together to create menus of fresh, home-cooked dishes using quality, seasonal, local produce.
The pub is open seven days a week serving lunch, bar ‘scran’ and dinner as well as an extensive drinks menu throughout the day.
The rustic but charming interior of the pub features many of the old features of the building, refreshed with modern Scottish accents and a hint of Scandinavian influences.
Famous farmers market open every Sunday, well worth a visit.
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Stockbridge Market
Saunders StreetFamous farmers market open every Sunday, well worth a visit.
Family run café-deli-bistro on the corner of Newhaven Main Harbour. Bright, friendly and relaxed, perfectly situated to capture stunning views over The Firth of Forth.
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Porto & Fi Deli Bistro
47 Newhaven Main StFamily run café-deli-bistro on the corner of Newhaven Main Harbour. Bright, friendly and relaxed, perfectly situated to capture stunning views over The Firth of Forth.
Henri is Scotland’s premiere specialist French delicatessen. They have weekly deliveries from the markets of Paris and direct from suppliers all over France. Stocking the widest range of artisanal French cheeses in Scotland they are proud to supply some of the country’s finest restaurants. Their shop in Stockbridge is full of exclusive wines and delicious delicacies from all over France.
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Henri
48 Raeburn PlHenri is Scotland’s premiere specialist French delicatessen. They have weekly deliveries from the markets of Paris and direct from suppliers all over France. Stocking the widest range of artisanal French cheeses in Scotland they are proud to supply some of the country’s finest restaurants. Their shop in Stockbridge is full of exclusive wines and delicious delicacies from all over France.
Parks & Nature
Edinburgh Royal Botanical Gardens, only a short walk from the apartment. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh was founded in the 17th century and boasts one of the world’s largest living collections of plants.
The Botanics captures the imagination of everyone who visits and is world renowned for its horticultural excellence. Over 70 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds provide a tranquil and peaceful setting with excellent views of Edinburgh and the Castle.
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Real Jardín Botánico de Edimburgo
Arboretum PlaceEdinburgh Royal Botanical Gardens, only a short walk from the apartment. The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh was founded in the 17th century and boasts one of the world’s largest living collections of plants.
The Botanics captures the imagination of everyone who visits and is world renowned for its horticultural excellence. Over 70 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds provide a tranquil and peaceful setting with excellent views of Edinburgh and the Castle.
The park is great place to relax and take in beautiful views of Edinburgh Castle and also provides one of the best places to view Edinburgh Festival Fireworks from Edinburgh Castle. (which happen every night throughout August) It also has 3 football, 4 rugby and 6 seven-a-side pitches, a cricket square, petanque area, and an excellent children’s play area, along with a large pond where you can feed the ducks and swans. The park also hosts some 400 events each year.
It's big enough to also accommodate allotments for gardeners, a large pond with a landscaped "marsh" area, a secluded Sundial Garden (the sundial dated 1890), and an arts access centre "Four Winds." It's also a popular place for walking the dog, jogging, or quiet walks.
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Inverleith Park
The park is great place to relax and take in beautiful views of Edinburgh Castle and also provides one of the best places to view Edinburgh Festival Fireworks from Edinburgh Castle. (which happen every night throughout August) It also has 3 football, 4 rugby and 6 seven-a-side pitches, a cricket square, petanque area, and an excellent children’s play area, along with a large pond where you can feed the ducks and swans. The park also hosts some 400 events each year.
It's big enough to also accommodate allotments for gardeners, a large pond with a landscaped "marsh" area, a secluded Sundial Garden (the sundial dated 1890), and an arts access centre "Four Winds." It's also a popular place for walking the dog, jogging, or quiet walks.
Arts & Culture
Royal Yacht Britannia served Her Majesty The Queen & the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles to become the most famous ship in the world.
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HMY Britannia
Ocean DriveRoyal Yacht Britannia served Her Majesty The Queen & the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles to become the most famous ship in the world.
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
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Museo Nacional de Escocia
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions.
The Scottish National Gallery is in the heart of Edinburgh and houses one of the best collections of fine art in the world.
Admission is free.
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Galería Nacional Escocesa de Arte Moderno
75 Belford RdThe Scottish National Gallery is in the heart of Edinburgh and houses one of the best collections of fine art in the world.
Admission is free.
Come face to face with Scotland, past and present, at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Admission is free.
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Galería Nacional Escocesa de Retratos
1 Queen StCome face to face with Scotland, past and present, at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Admission is free.
The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is a must-see venue for modern and contemporary art. It is home to a fantastic sculpture park and Pig Rock Bothy.
Admission is free.
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Galería Nacional Escocesa de Arte Moderno
75 Belford RdThe Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art is a must-see venue for modern and contemporary art. It is home to a fantastic sculpture park and Pig Rock Bothy.
Admission is free.
Sightseeing
Iconic building and famous school built by David Bryce, blends the design of a Loire château with elements of the 19th century Scottish Baronial. This school was the inspiration for J.K Rowlings Harry Potters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
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Fettes College
Carrington RoadIconic building and famous school built by David Bryce, blends the design of a Loire château with elements of the 19th century Scottish Baronial. This school was the inspiration for J.K Rowlings Harry Potters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Newhaven harbour, with cafes, pubs and restaurants. Excellent views of the sea, coastline and the Kingdom of Fife.
Newhaven Heritage Museum
Newhaven harbour, with cafes, pubs and restaurants. Excellent views of the sea, coastline and the Kingdom of Fife.
Edinburgh Castle - The world famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Castillo de Edimburgo
CastlehillEdinburgh Castle - The world famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Drinks & Nightlife
Secret little basement cocktail bar tucked away in St Stephens Street in Stockbridge. Laid back ambience in a 1920's style setting complete with great service & a roaring fire!
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The Last Word Saloon
44 St Stephen StSecret little basement cocktail bar tucked away in St Stephens Street in Stockbridge. Laid back ambience in a 1920's style setting complete with great service & a roaring fire!
The Raeburn was built in 1832 as an elegant Georgian family home and has now been transformed into an exquisite boutique hotel, bar, restaurant, library, private dining and outside terraced area.
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The Raeburn
112 Raeburn PlThe Raeburn was built in 1832 as an elegant Georgian family home and has now been transformed into an exquisite boutique hotel, bar, restaurant, library, private dining and outside terraced area.
Relaxed, but informed, great beers and ales and a god food menu that changes with the seasons, supporting local suppliers.
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Hamiltons
16-18 Hamilton PlRelaxed, but informed, great beers and ales and a god food menu that changes with the seasons, supporting local suppliers.
Cosy, intimate bar with a continental vibe, serving up high quality food & drink.
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The Bon Vivant
4-6 Dean StreetCosy, intimate bar with a continental vibe, serving up high quality food & drink.
Winner of Best New Bar in Edinburgh 2016 in The List Food and Drink Awards. Vast selection of wines and cheeses.
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Smith & Gertrude
254 Hamilton PlWinner of Best New Bar in Edinburgh 2016 in The List Food and Drink Awards. Vast selection of wines and cheeses.
Shopping
Ocean Terminal is a unique shopping experience at Edinburgh's waterfront. Regarded by many as Edinburgh's most relaxing shopping environment it has a great mix of retail, leisure and dining options including wagamama, Pizza Express and Zizzi as well as Street Food independents Mr Nick's Greek Kitchen, Taco Mazamama and Elfalafel. Anchored by Debenhams and M&S Simply Food, its stylish and calming ambience is supported by mix of coffee bars, 24 hour gym, 12 screen Vue Cinema and soft play and over 1,600 free car parking spaces.
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Ocean Terminal
74 Ocean DrOcean Terminal is a unique shopping experience at Edinburgh's waterfront. Regarded by many as Edinburgh's most relaxing shopping environment it has a great mix of retail, leisure and dining options including wagamama, Pizza Express and Zizzi as well as Street Food independents Mr Nick's Greek Kitchen, Taco Mazamama and Elfalafel. Anchored by Debenhams and M&S Simply Food, its stylish and calming ambience is supported by mix of coffee bars, 24 hour gym, 12 screen Vue Cinema and soft play and over 1,600 free car parking spaces.
Essentials
Morrisons Supermarket, for all your groceries, food & drink, incl small cafe.
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Morrisons
Portobello RoadMorrisons Supermarket, for all your groceries, food & drink, incl small cafe.
Good quality supermarket, for all your groceries, food & drink, incl small cafe
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Waitrose & Partners Comely Bank
38 Comely Bank RdGood quality supermarket, for all your groceries, food & drink, incl small cafe
Lidl Supermarket, essential grocery shopping at a great price.
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Lidl
Dalry RoadLidl Supermarket, essential grocery shopping at a great price.