Guidebook for Edinburgh
Arts & Culture
Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh, from its position on the Castle Rock. Archaeologists have established human occupation of the rock since at least the Iron Age (2nd century AD), although the nature of the early settlement is unclear. There has been a royal castle on the rock since at least the reign of David I in the 12th century, and the site continued to be a royal residence until 1633. From the 15th century the castle's residential role declined, and by the 17th century it was principally used as military barracks with a large garrison.
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Burg Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillEdinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh, from its position on the Castle Rock. Archaeologists have established human occupation of the rock since at least the Iron Age (2nd century AD), although the nature of the early settlement is unclear. There has been a royal castle on the rock since at least the reign of David I in the 12th century, and the site continued to be a royal residence until 1633. From the 15th century the castle's residential role declined, and by the 17th century it was principally used as military barracks with a large garrison.
Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, Queen Elizabeth II. Located at the foot of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, at the opposite end to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace has served as the principal residence of the Kings and Queens of Scots since the 16th century, and is a setting for state occasions and official entertaining.
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Palace of Holyrood
CanongateHolyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, Queen Elizabeth II. Located at the foot of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, at the opposite end to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace has served as the principal residence of the Kings and Queens of Scots since the 16th century, and is a setting for state occasions and official entertaining.
Food Scene
Valvona & Crolla are an independent family business and Scotland's oldest Delicatessen and Italian Wine Merchant - one of Europe's original Specialist food shops founded in 1934. Great deli, cafe and cook shop!
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Valvona Crolla
19 Elm RowValvona & Crolla are an independent family business and Scotland's oldest Delicatessen and Italian Wine Merchant - one of Europe's original Specialist food shops founded in 1934. Great deli, cafe and cook shop!
The Dome
14 George StWonderful and elegant option for a traditional afternoon tea;0)
The Witchery by the Castle has developed a world-wide reputation for its exceptional dining experience, showcasing the very best of Scotland's produce in the most magical of settings. Now in its fourth decade, the Witchery is a Scottish dining landmark, much loved by loyal locals, its celebrity fans and visitors to the city alike.
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The Witchery by the Castle
352 CastlehillThe Witchery by the Castle has developed a world-wide reputation for its exceptional dining experience, showcasing the very best of Scotland's produce in the most magical of settings. Now in its fourth decade, the Witchery is a Scottish dining landmark, much loved by loyal locals, its celebrity fans and visitors to the city alike.
Michelin Star 'The Kitchin' offers modern British seasonal cuisine influenced by French cooking techniques and an appreciation of the best quality ingredients available from Scotland's fantastic natural larder.
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The Kitchin
Michelin Star 'The Kitchin' offers modern British seasonal cuisine influenced by French cooking techniques and an appreciation of the best quality ingredients available from Scotland's fantastic natural larder.
Entertainment & Activities
Dynamic Earth
Holyrood RoadParks & Nature
Great views towards the Castle and as a back drop to Princes Street it's right in the thick of things.
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Princes Street
Princes StreetGreat views towards the Castle and as a back drop to Princes Street it's right in the thick of things.
Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913.
Set in 82 acres the Zoo is situated three miles to the west of Edinburgh city centre. Housing over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, you can experience a busy programme of educational events and activities - ranging from keeper talks through to hands-on animal encounters.
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Edinburgh Zoo station
Edinburgh Zoo is owned by The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS). The Society was founded in March 1909, and the Zoo opened in July 1913.
Set in 82 acres the Zoo is situated three miles to the west of Edinburgh city centre. Housing over 1,000 rare and endangered animals, you can experience a busy programme of educational events and activities - ranging from keeper talks through to hands-on animal encounters.
Shopping
Iconic department store with 5 floors of designer fashion, food hall and lovely restaurant with great views over the city. Ideal for a cocktail or two!
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Harvey Nichols
Iconic department store with 5 floors of designer fashion, food hall and lovely restaurant with great views over the city. Ideal for a cocktail or two!
Sightseeing
The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second largest monument to a writer in the world after the José Martí monument in Havana. It stands in Princes Street Gardens, just opposite the Jenners department store and near to Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, which is named after Scott's Waverley novels.
The tower is 200 feet 6 inches (61.11 m) high, and has a series of viewing platforms reached by a series of narrow spiral staircases giving panoramic views of central Edinburgh and its surroundings. The highest platform is reached by a total of 288 steps.
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Scott Monument
The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second largest monument to a writer in the world after the José Martí monument in Havana. It stands in Princes Street Gardens, just opposite the Jenners department store and near to Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, which is named after Scott's Waverley novels.
The tower is 200 feet 6 inches (61.11 m) high, and has a series of viewing platforms reached by a series of narrow spiral staircases giving panoramic views of central Edinburgh and its surroundings. The highest platform is reached by a total of 288 steps.