Did you know that everyone used to eat oysters in Edinburgh? This bougie meal from the sea was not reserved only for those who could afford to dine in Leith’s finest fish restaurants as it is today. This is one of the many unknown facts about the city we learned during this underground Edinburgh tour. […]
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May
May
The city’s worst kept secret is that the Camera Obscura and World of Illusions in Edinburgh has the best views of the Old Town and beyond! But did you know it also has trippy exhibitions, a vortex tunnel and plenty of toys that nosey folk will love? Camera Obscura is not just a tall historic […]
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May
May
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 […]
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May
May
Looking for a delightful afternoon tea in Edinburgh? This unique foodie experience is loved by locals, visitors and royalty alike, who often replace lunch for trays of cakes, scones and sandwiches! Many of Edinburgh’s hotels offer afternoon tea packages in opulent settings and there are a handful of Instagram-worthy cafes that serve afternoon tea platters […]
04
May
May
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 but 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. […]
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Nov
Nov
Wondering which locations are hosting Santa’s Grotto in Edinburgh this year? We’ve had an email from the big man’s elves who have kindly pinpointed his route for December however, you must book a time slot to meet Santa in Edinburgh or you’ll be on the naughty list! Where To See Santa In Edinburgh This Year […]
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Nov
Nov
Edinburgh, the cultural capital of Scotland, is home to many entertaining and exciting activities! From exploring the Old Town with an expert historian to funny tours led by local comedians, this guide details the best Airbnb Experiences in Edinburgh. These unique tours are led by locals so you are guaranteed to be putting money back […]
03
Nov
Nov
Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Day is an annual family-friendly event which takes place on November 5th. Locals watch firework displays, light sparklers and feel the warmth from bonfires put on by local councils and private companies. In Scotland’s capital, there are a number of Edinburgh bonfire nights hosted on or around November 5th. This […]
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Oct
Oct
Looking for the most frightful Edinburgh ghost tours available all year round? This guide details the best options on foot, visiting the most ghastly dark spots around the city and underground, if you dare! There’s even an option to learn about Edinburgh’s haunting characters by bus, a bus that carried dead bodies nonetheless. So let’s […]
03
Oct
Oct
Looking for the best restaurants in Edinburgh’s West End? This small area, which is literally a step away from the City Centre, packs in a lot of culinary opportunities so you can dine from morning ’til night while avoiding the city’s tourists. Have we missed one of your favourite places to eat West End Edinburgh? […]