How To Visit Edinburgh
A Very Helpful Visitor’s City Guide
As former Edinburgh residents, we have a lot of love for the Scottish capital. But we know that planning a trip here can be overwhelming. So, after a recent trip, we created this Edinburgh guide for first-time visitors.
In this guide, I’m sharing the best things to do, where to eat, and a few hotel recommendations in Edinburgh.
OUR GUIDES TO EDINBURGH
BEST THINGS TO SEE & DO
A round up of all the best things to do, see, and places to visit in Edinburgh. You’ll find all these spots, and more, in our Scotland itinerary.
Where To Eat & Drink
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Restaurants
Sharing the very best places to eat and drink in Scotland - from boujee coffee shops to seafood shacks and Michelin restaurants - to help you choose exceptional foodie experiences rooted in local produce.
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Coffee
While not as famous as our national drink, Scotland’s coffee scene is booming - with specialty coffee shops, small batch roasteries, and cafes serving perfect brews across the country.
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Whisky
Discover Scotland’s best whisky distilleries, tours, tastings, and bars - from contemporary to quaint, well-known to independent - all experiential and offering a true taste of uisge beatha.
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Wine Bars
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Taprooms & Craft Beer
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Bakeries
Where to stay
The Edinburgh Grand | for the best city centre hotel.
Market Street Hotel | for the best old town location.
Righ Residences | for the best modern city-centre apartments.
Virgin Hotels | for luxury in the historic old town.
Travel tip: Edinburgh’s accommodation books up early. This is especially true during summer, when the population swells, and many hotels are booked a year in advance.
Areas
Travel Planning Service
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