Liam’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Highly recommend for those wanting a taste of Edinburgh's murky past - this is no ghost tour but a real exploration of the city's dark past.
373 locals recommend
The Real Mary King's Close
2 High StHighly recommend for those wanting a taste of Edinburgh's murky past - this is no ghost tour but a real exploration of the city's dark past.
One of my favourite spots to hit, and its relatively unknown that you can climb to the very top - amazing views of Edinburgh
302 locals recommend
Scott Monument
One of my favourite spots to hit, and its relatively unknown that you can climb to the very top - amazing views of Edinburgh
Okay - I only mention this, as it is the true story of Jekyll and Hyde - worth a visit if you are on the Royal Mile
21 locals recommend
Deacon Brodies Tavern
435 LawnmarketOkay - I only mention this, as it is the true story of Jekyll and Hyde - worth a visit if you are on the Royal Mile
At the top of the Royal Mile, you will find the famous Edinburgh Castle - you can pay to enter or visit the esplanade for spectacular views over Edinburgh. note: During August the Edinburgh Tattoo is on, so Esplanade access is limited
1961 locals recommend
Edinburgh Castle
CastlehillAt the top of the Royal Mile, you will find the famous Edinburgh Castle - you can pay to enter or visit the esplanade for spectacular views over Edinburgh. note: During August the Edinburgh Tattoo is on, so Esplanade access is limited
Fun if this is your sort of place - weird optical illusions
437 locals recommend
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
549 CastlehillFun if this is your sort of place - weird optical illusions
Royal Mile
A stroll down this iconic street is always worth it - and it's free!
Diagon Alley anyone? The street that inspired J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter high street.
Cockburn Street
Cockburn StreetDiagon Alley anyone? The street that inspired J.K. Rowlings Harry Potter high street.
Grassmarket
10 GrassmarketLots of famous pubs and places to potter
A very Gothic Themed bar, but worth an explore if you want to have a drink in Edinburgh's lime stone caverns
22 locals recommend
The Banshee Labyrinth
29-35 Niddry StA very Gothic Themed bar, but worth an explore if you want to have a drink in Edinburgh's lime stone caverns
A village within a town - lots of restaurants, shops and bars to explore
350 locals recommend
Stockbridge
A village within a town - lots of restaurants, shops and bars to explore
Multrees Walk
Multrees WalkDesigner shops
The infamous bridge where Sherlock Holmes plummeted to his death. Also nearby is the water of Leith, and Dean Village for quaint homes and narrow streets
The Dean Bridge
Queensferry RoadThe infamous bridge where Sherlock Holmes plummeted to his death. Also nearby is the water of Leith, and Dean Village for quaint homes and narrow streets
Excellent weather? Pass away the hours in the gardens, relaxing with views of the castle and grounds
957 locals recommend
Princes Street
Princes StreetExcellent weather? Pass away the hours in the gardens, relaxing with views of the castle and grounds
Food scene
My personal, all time favourite restaurant and just up the road from the property! Ask for the Sicilian sparking wine!
121 locals recommend
Locanda de Gusti
102 Dalry RdMy personal, all time favourite restaurant and just up the road from the property! Ask for the Sicilian sparking wine!
low key Sicilian street pizza, with a traditional oven, the sister restaurant to Locanda di Gusti never fails to hit the spot
68 locals recommend
Pizzeria 1926
85 Dalry Rdlow key Sicilian street pizza, with a traditional oven, the sister restaurant to Locanda di Gusti never fails to hit the spot