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What to see & do
Getting there
From airport to city
Transfer options
Eat & drink
Where to eat
Seasonal Scottish ingredients with refined technique in Leith.
High-quality pub classics with warm atmosphere in Stockbridge.
Reliable all-day Indian menu in a beautifully designed old-school space.
Strong shellfish and fish-focused menu near the Royal Mile.
Casual brasserie with broad menu and excellent old-town outlooks.
Longstanding deli-cafe for pasta, antipasti and specialty ingredients.
Things to do
Experiences
Explore battlements, chapels and military collections above Old Town.
Thread closes and courtyards between the castle and Holyrood.
Moderate climb for broad panoramic views over Edinburgh and sea.
Wide-ranging collection from natural history to design and science.
Guided whisky introduction with tastings and barrel-ride presentation.
Visit the King's Edinburgh residence and gardens at the Royal Mile's end.
Where to stay
Accommodation
Iconic luxury hotel at the junction of old and new town districts.
Reliable and central with easy access to major walking routes.
Well-placed budget option in the heart of the old town.
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