If you are lucky enough to experience a trip to London to see the immersive show ABBA Voyage, you are in for an absolute treat. While I feel like I’m the last person from Scotland to see the show, it has been well worth the wait. Here are five tips to help you get the […]
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Looking for the best sushi in Edinburgh for your nigiri fix? Whether you are salivating for sashimi or your mind is on maki, this guide details Edinburgh’s top Japanese restaurants that serve sushi platters. We’ve also identified where to get sushi takeaway and delivery. From fine-dining Japanese cuisine and fresh fish counters to vegan sushi […]
Glasgow is a Scottish city with sass. Every visitor’s itinerary features the capital, Edinburgh, and rightfully so, as it is beautiful and steeped in history, but Glasgow is real, and Glasgow is raw. It’s a big city with contrasting neighbourhoods, a deadly music and art scene, and most importantly, people with banter. Want to see […]
Places listed38 restaurants, cafés and gastropubs Top awardTimberyard holds a star and a Green Star Main streetsWilliam Street, Queensferry Street, Haymarket Terrace, Morrison Street, Lothian Road Getting thereFive to 15 minutes on foot from Princes Street; trams stop at West End – Princes Street and Haymarket The West End starts where Princes Street ends, under […]
Are you searching for the best Christmas dinner in Edinburgh, including options for Xmas Day lunch or a festive day out? This delicious guide details Christmas menus at popular and local restaurants in Edinburgh’s City Centre and suburbs, which include 5-star dining and casual pub settings. You are advised to book as soon as you […]
Are you wondering which locations are hosting Santa’s Grotto in Edinburgh this year? The big man’s elves have kindly emailed us with his December route. However, you must book a time to meet Santa in Edinburgh, or you’ll be on the naughty list! You may also like our guides to Edinburgh in December, best places to […]
Fringe 2027 dates6–30 August 2027, the 80th edition Places listed15 hotels, aparthotels, hostels and university rooms Tourist tax5% of the room cost for the first five nights Best basesOld Town, Southside and the New Town Finding a bed is often the hardest part of a trip to the Edinburgh Fringe. The Edinburgh International Festival notes […]
From comedy to cabaret, burlesque to Broadway, politics to purple cows, our free Edinburgh Festival Fringe guide explains everything you need to know about this lively event in Scotland’s capital. Updated September 2026 For three weeks in August (7 – 31 August 2026), every nook and cranny of the capital’s Old Town and City Centre […]
Planning a smooth trip to Scotland? From January 2025, some visitors will need to apply for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country. The new UK ETA is similar to the pre-screening US ESTA or Canada’s eTA; don’t worry—I’ve easily applied for both. This guide will teach you how to avoid being […]
Looking for the ideal Edinburgh packing list and wondering what to pack for the city that experiences four seasons in one day? This guide takes you through each season and details exactly what to plan for all occasions and events, including dining out, casual pub drinks, day hikes and visiting attractions. Why trust us? We […]