Category Archives: Activities

Things to do in Edinburgh for locals and visitors. Detailing activities from museums to music gigs, date nights to day tours.

15 Purfect Dog-Friendly Edinburgh Activities

Bum dog statue

Searching for dog-friendly Edinburgh activities? Whether you are a local looking for fresh dog walking routes, a new pup parent wondering what pubs allow pets so you can have a well deserved pint or a visitor planning a trip to Scotland’s capital with your best fur pal, this handy guide has pugging good solutions.  That […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

5 Unique Airbnb Experiences In Edinburgh You Should Try

Silent Adventure Disco Tour Edinburgh Earphones

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 […]

24 Things To Do In Stockbridge – A Hidden Gem

Circus Lane and St Stephen Church Stockbridge Edinburgh

Cobbled streets, early 19th-century architecture with crawling plants and a well-loved high street, Stockbridge is a lesser-known small neighbourhood of Edinburgh with a lot packed in. This guide focuses on the best things to do in Stockbridge and neighbouring Dean Village which is a mere 15-minute walk away.  You could easily spend a Saturday here […]