Seeking out Edinburgh’s hidden gems? If you’ve done the castle, hiked up Arthur’s Seat and spent a pretty penny drinking in the Grassmarket and feel it’s time to consider the unusual things to do in Edinburgh to kill boredom, impress friends or gift to a loved one, keep reading! From lesser-known locations to unique tours, […]
Category Archives: Activities
Things to do in Edinburgh for locals and visitors. Detailing activities from museums to music gigs, date nights to day tours.
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Oct
Oct
From burlesque to fancy dress, politics to freaky tricks, laughs to an upside-down full-grown purple calf. What do all of these mean combined? It’s the Edinburgh Festival Fringe time! Here is your Edinburgh Festival Fringe Guide. For three weeks in August (05 to 29 August 2022), you have never seen Scotland’s capital so alive. It […]
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Sep
Sep
Bustling Edinburgh’s Christmas Market in Princes Street Gardens, George Street lights illuminating the midnight blue sky and The Dome’s towering tree of varying colours. Keep reading to find out the ultimate list of festive things to do in Edinburgh in winter for locals and tourists alike. Why don’t you stay a little longer and experience […]
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Jun
Jun
Looking for the best Highlands tours from Edinburgh? While it takes over three hours to get there, Edinburgh is the perfect starting point for exploring the rolling hills, deep lochs and history in the north of Scotland because there are so many one-day and multi-day tours to meet every budget, timeframe and reasons for visiting. […]
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May
May
Catch a glimpse of Queen Elizabeth’s preferred room, see the honeymoon bed requested by Charles, and find out why a wombat takes pride of place in a roof fan during this self-guided tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh. After 44 years of royal service, HMY Britannia is berthed at Ocean Terminal in Leith […]
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May
May
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
With so many different options to suit all ages and interests, a visit to (at least) one Museum in Edinburgh is an absolute must. We’ll point out some of our favorite Edinburgh museums and all the best insider tips you’ll need to know in this guide. When most people plan a visit to Edinburgh, their […]
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May
May
There’s no denying that Scotland is wet. It’s what makes the country so lush, right? But how do you keep your sightseeing itinerary intact when there is a downpour in the city? No stress! Our guide to things to do in Edinburgh on a rainy day has got you covered. Speaking of covered, remember to […]