Sightseeing
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillIf you want the best views of the city, head out to Arthur’s Seat.
1858 locals recommend
Arthur's Seat
If you want the best views of the city, head out to Arthur’s Seat.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
CanongateNational Museum of Scotland
If you want to see what Edinburgh homes looked like 400 years ago, check out Mary King’s Close. You will not be disappointed.
373 locals recommend
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StIf you want to see what Edinburgh homes looked like 400 years ago, check out Mary King’s Close. You will not be disappointed.
Bars
This is my favourite bar in Leith. Great atmosphere and the staff are super friendly. Nauticus also serves the best cocktails in town.
27 locals recommend
Nauticus
142 Duke StThis is my favourite bar in Leith. Great atmosphere and the staff are super friendly. Nauticus also serves the best cocktails in town.
Orchard
Outdoor Walks
If you enjoy walking in the countryside, here are some suggestions.
Pentland Hills
One of my favourite places to walk in Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat
Food scene
The Herringbone
2 S Trinity RdThai Restaurants
Here is my shortlist of favourite Thai restaurants
Dusit
49A Thistle StTime 4 Thai
45 N Castle StChaophraya Thai Restaurant
33 Castle StTraveler advice
Getting around
Lothian Buses App
I highly recommend downloading the Lothian Buses app. It helps you plan journeys and also gives you real time update of when a bus is due to arrive at a bus stop
Getting around
Uber
Edinburgh has Uber.