Guidebook for Edinburgh
Drinks & Nightlife
Speakeasy with amazing cocktails in a laid back living room environment. They have a strict door policy so it never gets too busy. My favourite bar in Edinburgh (so far).
297 locals recommend
Panda & Sons
79 Queen StSpeakeasy with amazing cocktails in a laid back living room environment. They have a strict door policy so it never gets too busy. My favourite bar in Edinburgh (so far).
One of the closest bars to the flat, they have a great spirits selection - including locally distilled gins and all the whisky you could ever need.
34 locals recommend
The Argyle and Cellar Bar
15 - 17 Argyle PlOne of the closest bars to the flat, they have a great spirits selection - including locally distilled gins and all the whisky you could ever need.
Friendly neighbourhood drinking establishment with bar food. They specialise in lobster.
615 locals recommend
The Meadows
Melville DriveFriendly neighbourhood drinking establishment with bar food. They specialise in lobster.
The best sushi in Edinburgh, so they say. This place is super popular so booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
119 locals recommend
Kanpai Sushi
8-10 Grindlay StThe best sushi in Edinburgh, so they say. This place is super popular so booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
Everything Else
Just nextdoor to the flat, it's perfect for a lazy breakfast/ brunch or grabbing a coffee to go on the way into town for some sightseeing.
75 locals recommend
Victor Hugo Deli
26/27 Melville TerraceJust nextdoor to the flat, it's perfect for a lazy breakfast/ brunch or grabbing a coffee to go on the way into town for some sightseeing.
Sainsbury's Local
45 Bernard StHandy for picking up groceries on the way back from town.
It's free and worth a look in. Top tip - head to the roof terrace for stunning views of the castle and out to the Pentlands.
1378 locals recommend
National Museum of Scotland
It's free and worth a look in. Top tip - head to the roof terrace for stunning views of the castle and out to the Pentlands.
Castle Terrace
33-35 Castle TerraceThere's a farmers' market here every Saturday morning.
Fabulous views of the city and some interesting monuments on the top. Easy (and quick) to climb if you don't have time to head up Arthur's Seat. No walking boots required.
15 locals recommend
Nelson Monument
32 Calton HillFabulous views of the city and some interesting monuments on the top. Easy (and quick) to climb if you don't have time to head up Arthur's Seat. No walking boots required.
Beautiful victorian swimming pool that has recently been renovated. It's owned by the council so is not too pricey. There's also a gym.
29 locals recommend
Warrender Swim Centre
55 Thirlestane RdBeautiful victorian swimming pool that has recently been renovated. It's owned by the council so is not too pricey. There's also a gym.
It takes a wee while to get up but it's worth it for the views. You can feel like you've achieved something wholesome without leaving the city.
1859 locals recommend
Arthur's Seat
It takes a wee while to get up but it's worth it for the views. You can feel like you've achieved something wholesome without leaving the city.
Food Scene
The 'it' restaurant of the moment, this place is always packed so it's worth getting there early. They serve asian fusion food that won't break the bank.
257 locals recommend
TING THAI CARAVAN Teviot Place
9 Teviot PlThe 'it' restaurant of the moment, this place is always packed so it's worth getting there early. They serve asian fusion food that won't break the bank.
Does what it says on the tin - comfort food at affordable prices. Multiple types of sausage and mash available with a selection of gravies.
27 locals recommend
Mums Great Comfort Food
4A Forrest RdDoes what it says on the tin - comfort food at affordable prices. Multiple types of sausage and mash available with a selection of gravies.
For all the Harry Potter fans... this is allegedly where JK Rowling wrote the first book. They also have lovely cakes and cracking views of the Castle from the room at the back.
163 locals recommend
The Elephant House
21 George IV BridgeFor all the Harry Potter fans... this is allegedly where JK Rowling wrote the first book. They also have lovely cakes and cracking views of the Castle from the room at the back.
A friendly little neighbourhood bistro just round the corner from the flat. Great food in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. Booking is essential.
61 locals recommend
The Rabbit Hole
11 Roseneath StA friendly little neighbourhood bistro just round the corner from the flat. Great food in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. Booking is essential.
Arts & Culture
An arts/ performance space in the former vet school of the University. There's a cracking pub tucked through the back across the courtyard. There's even a gin distillery in there.
161 locals recommend
Summerhall
An arts/ performance space in the former vet school of the University. There's a cracking pub tucked through the back across the courtyard. There's even a gin distillery in there.