Spitting on the Heart of Midlothian mosaic is thought to bring good luck, though not so much since Covid.Get a crash course in the spectrum of Scottish drams (and ride about in a barrel) at the Scotch Whisky Experience.Spy on the city, and play tricks on your brain at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions.Seek sanctuary from the hustle and bustle in St Giles' Cathedral, where you can often catch afternoon concerts.
Descend into the 17th century streets beneath the Royal Mile, on the Real Mary King's Close tour (touristy, but undeniably fascinating).A few Royal Mile addresses worth calling in at: But first spend some time zig-zagging your way up and down the Mile's wealth of shops, pubs and churches, as well as ducking into the various snickelways. Both of these regal bookends will give you a fine footing in Edinburgh's history (though not cheap). Sweeping through the heart of the historic city is the Royal Mile - a succession of grand cobbled thoroughfares running from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in the east, to Edinburgh Castle in the west. Scottishness: First time in Scotland? It's quipped that Edinburgh is the most 'English' part of Scotland - but if it's whisky, bagpipes, and well-and-truly battered food you seek, there are plenty of places that deliver the goods.ĭay one Underground city.Plan a year ahead if you can, or become good friends with an Edinburger. Alas, accommodation during August is almost prohibitively expensive. If your dream is steeping yourself in a vat of culture/whisky for a month, the Fringe/ International Festival is where it's at. Edinburgh Festival/Fringe: Each August, Edinburgh Hulk-ifies into a hive of comedy/dance/drama/music/fireworks.For something novel, kip on the floating hotel, Fingal. The five-star Balmoral - with its clock set three minutes fast to benefit those sprinting for their train - has a fine reputation, but these days, many other first-rate hotels also vie for your cash. Accommodation: Assuming it's not August (see directly below) Edinburgh is flush with a range of accommodation to suit most budgets, including Airbnbs and chain hotels.If you are doing it on foot, a word of warning: Edinburgh is a very steep and hilly city, particularly in the centre. Still, there's a decent bus and tram network (though the latter gets a bad rap from the locals, who waited yonks for it). Getting around Edinburgh: Petite in comparison to London, Edinburgh is a wonderfully walkable city, and there may not be much call for using public transport, especially on a maiden visit.Image: Emran Yousof on Unsplash Edinburgh need to know Coaches from the likes of FlixBus are usually the thriftier option, though strap in it'll take nine or so hours.
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