Guidebook for Edinburgh
Drinks & Nightlife
The Barony Bar is very lively, hosting live music most nights. It is located on Broughton Street, a 3-minute walk from theapartment. The bar contains a great selection of drinks and the staff are incredibly friendly.
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The Barony Bar
81-85 Broughton StreetThe Barony Bar is very lively, hosting live music most nights. It is located on Broughton Street, a 3-minute walk from theapartment. The bar contains a great selection of drinks and the staff are incredibly friendly.
Located just left to the Edinburgh Playhouse this bar is 5 minute walk from the flat. The atmosphere is amazing and the bar has theatre posters displayed throughout, signed by some of the world’s most famous performers.
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The Theatre Royal Bar
25-27 Greenside PlLocated just left to the Edinburgh Playhouse this bar is 5 minute walk from the flat. The atmosphere is amazing and the bar has theatre posters displayed throughout, signed by some of the world’s most famous performers.
Essentials
Just on the corner of London Street and Broughton Street - this little place is the closest place if you only need the basics.
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London Street Grocery
47 London StJust on the corner of London Street and Broughton Street - this little place is the closest place if you only need the basics.
At the top of Broughton Street (5 minutes walk at most) you'll find most of your food shop is available here.
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Tesco Express
4-6 Leith WalkAt the top of Broughton Street (5 minutes walk at most) you'll find most of your food shop is available here.
Sightseeing
Edinburgh Castle is a fantastic place to learn about the historical background of Edinburgh and to take in some breath-taking views of the city. Admission is £17 for adults and £10.20 for children (5-15 yrs). To get to the castle, take the number 8 bus and get off at North-bridge and walk up the historic Royal Mile.
While you visit the Castle, it is worth visiting the many different whiskey and Scottish produce shops along the Royal Mile.
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Il-Kastell ta 'Edinburgh
CastlehillEdinburgh Castle is a fantastic place to learn about the historical background of Edinburgh and to take in some breath-taking views of the city. Admission is £17 for adults and £10.20 for children (5-15 yrs). To get to the castle, take the number 8 bus and get off at North-bridge and walk up the historic Royal Mile.
While you visit the Castle, it is worth visiting the many different whiskey and Scottish produce shops along the Royal Mile.
This Family Favourite, Located en route to the castle The Camera Obscura show is a fascinating way to see the city and learn about its history.
From inside this mysterious Victorian rooftop chamber, you see live moving images of Edinburgh projected onto a viewing table through a giant periscope. Pick people up on your hands, squash them to a pulp and even make the traffic climb over paper bridges.
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Camera Obscura u Din l-Illużjonijiet
549 CastlehillThis Family Favourite, Located en route to the castle The Camera Obscura show is a fascinating way to see the city and learn about its history.
From inside this mysterious Victorian rooftop chamber, you see live moving images of Edinburgh projected onto a viewing table through a giant periscope. Pick people up on your hands, squash them to a pulp and even make the traffic climb over paper bridges.
Parks & Nature
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh City Centre, the Botanical Gardens are an excellent place to wander around.
There is also a café located within the grounds of the botanical gardens which serves as a nice place to rest. The number 8 bus will take you there.
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Arboretum PlaceIf you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh City Centre, the Botanical Gardens are an excellent place to wander around.
There is also a café located within the grounds of the botanical gardens which serves as a nice place to rest. The number 8 bus will take you there.
Getting Around
The Edinburgh Tram line starts here on York Place.
It is a 5-minute walk from your apartment and will take you to St Andrews Square, Princes Street, the West End, Murrayfield Stadium and on to Edinburgh Airport.
The tram will make multiple stops between these locations, making it easy for you to quickly get around in the city centre.
Remember you need to purchase a ticket to travel *before* you board the tram. Tram tickets cost £1.60 one way or £3.20 return. If you’re going to/from the airport this is £5.50.
Ticket machines accept cash and card (£3 minimum if paying by card).
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York Place
York PlaceThe Edinburgh Tram line starts here on York Place.
It is a 5-minute walk from your apartment and will take you to St Andrews Square, Princes Street, the West End, Murrayfield Stadium and on to Edinburgh Airport.
The tram will make multiple stops between these locations, making it easy for you to quickly get around in the city centre.
Remember you need to purchase a ticket to travel *before* you board the tram. Tram tickets cost £1.60 one way or £3.20 return. If you’re going to/from the airport this is £5.50.
Ticket machines accept cash and card (£3 minimum if paying by card).
Further East on East London Street (Right as you exit the flat door) there are ‘pay and display’ ticket machines which accept coins, or you can phone to pay by card.
Parking rates are around £3 per hour, and there is a maximum stay limit of four hours.
If you are parking after 17.30, before 8.30am, or on Saturday or Sunday, parking is free of charge.
A very good alternative if you are staying and parking for longer is to book a space in advance using www.justpark.com
East London Street
East London StreetFurther East on East London Street (Right as you exit the flat door) there are ‘pay and display’ ticket machines which accept coins, or you can phone to pay by card.
Parking rates are around £3 per hour, and there is a maximum stay limit of four hours.
If you are parking after 17.30, before 8.30am, or on Saturday or Sunday, parking is free of charge.
A very good alternative if you are staying and parking for longer is to book a space in advance using www.justpark.com
Entertainment & Activities
Omni Centre
Greenside RowVue Cinema is a 5 minutes walk up Broughton Street.
Shopping
Princes Street is a mile long stretch of road, with high street stores on one side and the beautiful Princes Street Gardens on the other. Well worth a wander if you are wanting some retail therapy that won't break the bank.
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Princes Street
Princes StreetPrinces Street is a mile long stretch of road, with high street stores on one side and the beautiful Princes Street Gardens on the other. Well worth a wander if you are wanting some retail therapy that won't break the bank.
For some high-end retail therapy - from candle stores and homewares, to clothing and jewellry, George Street is the place to be.
Its a must visit over the Christmas period, or Summer Fringe Festival as the pop up bars are a great pit stop mid shop!
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George Street
George StreetFor some high-end retail therapy - from candle stores and homewares, to clothing and jewellry, George Street is the place to be.
Its a must visit over the Christmas period, or Summer Fringe Festival as the pop up bars are a great pit stop mid shop!
The West End area has a number of great boutique shops & coffee shops to explore. The quiet, open, cobbled streets area a lovely setting too.
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West End Village
The West End area has a number of great boutique shops & coffee shops to explore. The quiet, open, cobbled streets area a lovely setting too.