Author Archives: Everything Edinburgh

Where to Stay in South Queensferry: Hotels, B&Bs & Apartments

Hawes Inn South Queensferry hotel Forth Bridge view

Wondering where to stay in South Queensferry? This guide details accommodation ranging from small, family-run B&Bs to South Queensferry hotels with restaurants and views of the striking Forth Bridges. South Queensferry is a busy harbour town on the outskirts of Edinburgh offering cruises on the River Forth, brunch spots in cute cafes and viewpoints for […]

26 Things To Do In South Queensferry: Bridge Views, Food & Cruises

Breakfast on table with red Forth Bridge in background at Railway Bridge Bistro in South Queensferry brunch

Nestled just under The Three Bridges that span the River Forth, South Queensferry is a popular town on the outskirts of Edinburgh. With a busy historic high street, abundance of cake shops and scenic boat tours launching from Hawes Pier, this harbour town is the perfect day trip. South Queensferry is 10 miles from Edinburgh City […]

Best Mexican Restaurants in Edinburgh: Cantinas, Tacos & Tequila

Best Mexican restaurant in Edinburgh

Looking for the best Mexican restaurants in Edinburgh? From family run cantinas to trendy taco takeaways we’ve detailed where to eat the nicest Mexican food in the City Centre and beyond. We’ve also discussed where to enjoy Margaritas, churros and which restaurants offer a Mexican food delivery in Edinburgh. Old Town Mexican Restaurants Viva Mexico […]

The Chocolatarium: Review of Edinburgh’s Hands-On Chocolate Tour

Chocolate moulds with toppings The Chocolatarium Activities Tours on Royal Mile Edinburgh

Like chocolate? You’ll love this interactive attraction in the Old Town. The Chocolatarium is Edinburgh’s only micro chocolate factory and during your visit you get the opportunity to smell, touch, taste, make and drink chocolate. During the 90 minute tour, you’ll learn about the history of chocolate, try variations from around the world and make […]

Edinburgh in One Day: Jam-Packed Itinerary Options

Free things to do in Edinburgh Humes Royal Mile Edinburgh

Wondering how to pack everything into Edinburgh in one day? I know we’re biased, but 24 hours is never enough in Scotland’s capital, yet we appreciate that some trips are tight on time, so we’ve created this jam-packed one-day Edinburgh itinerary that ticks all the exciting bucket list items around the Old and New Town. […]

Things to Do in Edinburgh in Spring: Nature, Hikes & Rainy Day Activities

Edinburgh Castle on cliff with rows of cherry blossoms trees and benches underneath

There’s no bad time to visit Edinburgh, but April and May can be a delight if you prepare your packing list* for all four seasons!  Scotland has woken from its winter slumber, meaning that days are longer, flowers bloom, cherry blossoms explode, and the city celebrates Easter traditions and holidays.  This guide details the best […]

14 Edinburgh Hotels with Parking (Free & Discounted)

Cockburn Street Christmas Light Blue Orange

Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital city, is home to many cultural landmarks and tourist spots that attract millions of visitors each year. Many hotels are centrally located or a short distance from the city, but finding places to stay in Edinburgh, where parking facilities are available, isn’t always easy. This guide will summarise Edinburgh hotels with […]

Black History Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Bute House West End

Edinburgh. A city known for its split personality. The tight cobbled streets and historic buildings of the Old Town versus its spacious and wide Georgian design of the New Town. While many locals are well-versed in stories that surround the Old Town, and visitors will leave having learned the Royal Mile rumors, very few will […]