#JeanPaul's guide to Edinburgh

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#JeanPaul's guide to Edinburgh

Sightseeing

Simply a must! We visit here regularly. It takes only 20 mins walk from the flat. You have a wonderful bit of nature right there, waiting for you to explore. Top tip: avoid the highest peak and go up the crags (just ask) it's quieter and you will have the best views of the city and world-famous castle.
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Arthur's Seat
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Simply a must! We visit here regularly. It takes only 20 mins walk from the flat. You have a wonderful bit of nature right there, waiting for you to explore. Top tip: avoid the highest peak and go up the crags (just ask) it's quieter and you will have the best views of the city and world-famous castle.
One of the most picturesque wee spots in Edinburgh. Go down for a wander sometime and you will be snap-happy!
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Dean Village
Dean Path
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One of the most picturesque wee spots in Edinburgh. Go down for a wander sometime and you will be snap-happy!
This is probably top of your list - we recommend taking time to explore the surrounding areas, even just walking up the Royal Mile cobbles towards the castle is worth slowing down and taking some time.
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Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill
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This is probably top of your list - we recommend taking time to explore the surrounding areas, even just walking up the Royal Mile cobbles towards the castle is worth slowing down and taking some time.
If you have a car, this is worth it - we promise. A walk from the car park takes you through a nature reserve to one of the best (and quietest) beaches on the coast. Shhhhh! Keep it a secret for yourself!
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Aberlady Local Nature Reserve
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If you have a car, this is worth it - we promise. A walk from the car park takes you through a nature reserve to one of the best (and quietest) beaches on the coast. Shhhhh! Keep it a secret for yourself!
Wanna know a secret? There is an amazing roof terrace in this place... ask the guides to direct you - not a lot of people know about it!
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National Museum of Scotland
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Wanna know a secret? There is an amazing roof terrace in this place... ask the guides to direct you - not a lot of people know about it!
The historic centre is atop everyone's list - go soak up the atmosphere, popping in and out of cafes, bars, restaurants and shops on the way.
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Edinburgh Old Town
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The historic centre is atop everyone's list - go soak up the atmosphere, popping in and out of cafes, bars, restaurants and shops on the way.
Well worth a visit!
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Arboretum Place
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Well worth a visit!
Right next to Arthur's seat and only 15/20 mins walk from the flat - go a wee wander and enjoy this beautiful wee spot.
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Holyrood Park
Queen's Drive
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Right next to Arthur's seat and only 15/20 mins walk from the flat - go a wee wander and enjoy this beautiful wee spot.
This is a hidden gem for some beautiful nature right here in the city!
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Hermitage of Braid
69 Hermitage of Braid
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This is a hidden gem for some beautiful nature right here in the city!

Food scene

Our favourite spot for brunch! Only 10 minutes walk from the flat: head south, go along Easter Road to the very end, towards London Road then turn left. Online maps will keep you right!
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Red Kite Cafe
7-8 Cadzow Pl
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Our favourite spot for brunch! Only 10 minutes walk from the flat: head south, go along Easter Road to the very end, towards London Road then turn left. Online maps will keep you right!
Buzzing with pubs and places to eat. Crazy busy (in a good way) during the festival with lots of shows taking place here.
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Grassmarket
10 Grassmarket
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Buzzing with pubs and places to eat. Crazy busy (in a good way) during the festival with lots of shows taking place here.
You are so lucky - this wee gem has the best coffee and cake in the locality... and it is a short walk from the flat on Easter Road. They open early 7am with fresh croissants - go grab them!
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Little Fitzroy Coffee
46 Easter Rd
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You are so lucky - this wee gem has the best coffee and cake in the locality... and it is a short walk from the flat on Easter Road. They open early 7am with fresh croissants - go grab them!
WOW! If you like Thai this is a wee gem of a place run by a Thai lady and her husband from Edinburgh. It is on Leith walk but also delivers!
Thai Bowl on the Walk
12 Albert Place
WOW! If you like Thai this is a wee gem of a place run by a Thai lady and her husband from Edinburgh. It is on Leith walk but also delivers!
Go here on a sunny day and sit outside with some amazing food. Sometimes, quite randomly, there is live music!
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Pavilion Cafe
A700
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Go here on a sunny day and sit outside with some amazing food. Sometimes, quite randomly, there is live music!
Fancy a Japanese delivery? We rate this place highly! Fresh sushi is simply superb!
Oriento
160 Dundas Street
Fancy a Japanese delivery? We rate this place highly! Fresh sushi is simply superb!
Afternoon tea here is five-star! We have been a few times... pricey but we think it is just lovely!
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The Balmoral
1 Princes St
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Afternoon tea here is five-star! We have been a few times... pricey but we think it is just lovely!
Afternoon tea here is amazing - book in advance though! If you are here at Christmas it has the best decorations of any place in the city... trust us, you'll want to see the tree!
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The Dome
14 George St
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Afternoon tea here is amazing - book in advance though! If you are here at Christmas it has the best decorations of any place in the city... trust us, you'll want to see the tree!
You can get here in mere minutes for THE BEST pastries around!
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Twelve Triangles bakery & provisions
22-24 Easter Rd
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You can get here in mere minutes for THE BEST pastries around!
We dislike brioche burger buns - pleased to say Leith Depot do a fantastic burger in a 'proper' burger bun!
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Leith Depot
138-142 Leith Walk
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We dislike brioche burger buns - pleased to say Leith Depot do a fantastic burger in a 'proper' burger bun!
Pho deliver to the flat!! We love Vietnamese - grab these on deliveroo (app).
Pho
Pho deliver to the flat!! We love Vietnamese - grab these on deliveroo (app).
WOW! The food here is exceptional and it is right at the castle. We were so impressed we booked our wedding here!
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Cannonball Restaurant & Bar
356 Castlehill
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WOW! The food here is exceptional and it is right at the castle. We were so impressed we booked our wedding here!
Afternoon tea here is a delight!
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Prestonfield House
Priestfield Road
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Afternoon tea here is a delight!
THE BEST Italian deli and a little-known restaurant at the back, which has fabulous food! Of course, it's Italian!
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Valvona Crolla
19 Elm Row
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THE BEST Italian deli and a little-known restaurant at the back, which has fabulous food! Of course, it's Italian!

Neighbourhoods

Voted one of the 'coolest neighbourhoods' in Europe by TimeOut magazine. You'll find shops, cafes, bars and restaurants galore here. Only a 15-20 minute walk from the flat.
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Leith
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Voted one of the 'coolest neighbourhoods' in Europe by TimeOut magazine. You'll find shops, cafes, bars and restaurants galore here. Only a 15-20 minute walk from the flat.
Wander around and enjoy the grandeur that is Edinburgh's New Town - simply magical.
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Edinburgh Old Town
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Wander around and enjoy the grandeur that is Edinburgh's New Town - simply magical.
Trendy/Swanky/Upmarket/Cool - this area has all the adjectives and the cafes/restaurants to boot!
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Stockbridge
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Trendy/Swanky/Upmarket/Cool - this area has all the adjectives and the cafes/restaurants to boot!

City/town information

If you can, head to North Berwick and enjoy a day by the sea.
North Berwick Harbour
45 Victoria Rd
If you can, head to North Berwick and enjoy a day by the sea.

Shopping/gifts

We love this place for gifts - go have a wee nosey and we bet you come out with something!
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Cloud 9 Edinburgh
40 Easter Rd
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We love this place for gifts - go have a wee nosey and we bet you come out with something!
Most of the plants in the flat are from this amazing wee place. A local guy who set up shop during the pandemic. He also sells coffee and lite-bites too (hidden in the back of the shop)! Go visit and support him if you can!
Seb's Urban Jungle
101 Easter Rd
Most of the plants in the flat are from this amazing wee place. A local guy who set up shop during the pandemic. He also sells coffee and lite-bites too (hidden in the back of the shop)! Go visit and support him if you can!
This marmite shopping centre will either have you loving or hating it, however it is only 15-20 minutes walk from the flat so you can find out soon enough!
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St James Shopping
St James Crescent
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This marmite shopping centre will either have you loving or hating it, however it is only 15-20 minutes walk from the flat so you can find out soon enough!

Groceries

Vegan? You are in luck! This place sells only vegan products - it is at the top of Easter Road and you can easily walk to it from the flat.
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Easter Greens
4 Easter Rd
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Vegan? You are in luck! This place sells only vegan products - it is at the top of Easter Road and you can easily walk to it from the flat.
It takes 2 mins walk (I timed it) to nip round to Lidl for groceries. It is a full-size supermarket.
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Lidl
Dalry Road
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It takes 2 mins walk (I timed it) to nip round to Lidl for groceries. It is a full-size supermarket.
Fresh bread doesn't get better than what Twelve Triangles serve on a daily basis - get there early though as there is often a queue and they sell out quickly!
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Twelve Triangles bakery & provisions
22-24 Easter Rd
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Fresh bread doesn't get better than what Twelve Triangles serve on a daily basis - get there early though as there is often a queue and they sell out quickly!

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Edinburgh is a small city, easily navigated on foot.

Alternatively, there is a tram system, bus network and taxis.
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Major attractions like the castle need booked in advance

It's always worthwhile booking the big-hitters before you come as Edinburgh is a very popular international tourist destination.
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Comfortable shoes and a light rain jacket/umbrella

Even on the nicest day, you might get a wee shower of rain - always be prepared in Scotland for quick weather changes!