Guidebook for Edinburgh

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Guidebook for Edinburgh

Sightseeing

Its a must see attraction. Something for everyone, splendid views, the crown jewels, collections of weapons and hundreds of years of history. Worth the climb (and steep entrance fee)
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爱丁堡城堡
Castlehill
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Its a must see attraction. Something for everyone, splendid views, the crown jewels, collections of weapons and hundreds of years of history. Worth the climb (and steep entrance fee)
You can join this path in Stockbridge and walk all the way to Leith, or upstream to Currie passing the galleries of Modern Art. Spot Herons, pick wild garlic in spring and blackberries in Autumn
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Water Of Leith Ltd
29 Beaverhall Rd
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You can join this path in Stockbridge and walk all the way to Leith, or upstream to Currie passing the galleries of Modern Art. Spot Herons, pick wild garlic in spring and blackberries in Autumn
Peek through the garden railings to see the tiny Island which inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Treasure Island after you pass his house at 17 Heriot Row.
Queen Street Gardens West
Queen Street Gardens West
Peek through the garden railings to see the tiny Island which inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's classic Treasure Island after you pass his house at 17 Heriot Row.

Entertainment & Activities

Recently renovated, perfect rainy day entertainment. Hundreds of thousands of fascinating objects, accessibly presented. Great coffee and cake. The kids gallery is really interesting and hands on
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苏格兰国家博物馆
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Recently renovated, perfect rainy day entertainment. Hundreds of thousands of fascinating objects, accessibly presented. Great coffee and cake. The kids gallery is really interesting and hands on
Great cafe with a playroom for kids in the back room. They have a regular singing group for pre school kids every morning if you'd like to learn traditional Scottish songs.
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Skylark Café
42A Hamilton Pl
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Great cafe with a playroom for kids in the back room. They have a regular singing group for pre school kids every morning if you'd like to learn traditional Scottish songs.

Food Scene

Seek out this cafe on the corner of Howe and Northumberland St Wonderful coffee and cakes. Free wifi. Books, toys and very kid friendly. They will happily help you carry the pushchair down the steps.
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Leo's Beanery
23A Howe St
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Seek out this cafe on the corner of Howe and Northumberland St Wonderful coffee and cakes. Free wifi. Books, toys and very kid friendly. They will happily help you carry the pushchair down the steps.
Great coffee and sandwiches. Fans of the 44 Scotland Street series might also catch a glimpse of Alexander McCall Smith as its his local coffee shop
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Glass & Thompson
2 Dundas Street
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Great coffee and sandwiches. Fans of the 44 Scotland Street series might also catch a glimpse of Alexander McCall Smith as its his local coffee shop

Essentials

Every Sunday (and Thursdays in summer) you will find the best local produce here. Everything you need to whip up a picnic, barbecue or to take home.
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Stockbridge Market
Saunders Street
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Every Sunday (and Thursdays in summer) you will find the best local produce here. Everything you need to whip up a picnic, barbecue or to take home.
Another nearby grocer for the essentials. Open until 11pm
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Sainsbury's Local
32-36 Shandwick Pl
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Another nearby grocer for the essentials. Open until 11pm
A great local library also stocked with kids books and toys and free wifi
Stockbridge Library
11 Hamilton Pl
A great local library also stocked with kids books and toys and free wifi

Shopping

Check out the selection of great vintage clothes, furniture shops and new boutiques on this quirky little street. Once you've shopped till you drop, stop in at Sprio for an authentic Italian coffee
St Stephen St
Check out the selection of great vintage clothes, furniture shops and new boutiques on this quirky little street. Once you've shopped till you drop, stop in at Sprio for an authentic Italian coffee
Your nearest pharmacy. Well stocked, knowledgable staff. They may be able to provide free prescriptions for kids on the minor ailment service to save you a trip to the doctor in non emergency
Stockbridge Pharmacy
35 N W Circus Pl
Your nearest pharmacy. Well stocked, knowledgable staff. They may be able to provide free prescriptions for kids on the minor ailment service to save you a trip to the doctor in non emergency
Utterly beautiful bikes and great coffee. A winning combination. Just leave your credit card at home
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Ronde Bicycle Outfitters
66-68 Hamilton Place
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Utterly beautiful bikes and great coffee. A winning combination. Just leave your credit card at home
Easily overlooked, this place is a treasure trove of reasonably priced vintage and antique pieces Best avoided if you are only travelling with hand luggage...
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Unicorn Antiques
65 Dundas St
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Easily overlooked, this place is a treasure trove of reasonably priced vintage and antique pieces Best avoided if you are only travelling with hand luggage...

Everything Else

Walk in non emergency department. Open 8am-9pm, no appointment needed, but call first on 0131 537 1330 if unsure IN EMERGENCY CALL 999
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Western General Hospital
Crewe Road South
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Walk in non emergency department. Open 8am-9pm, no appointment needed, but call first on 0131 537 1330 if unsure IN EMERGENCY CALL 999
Accident and Emergency department for children. 0131 536 0000. (We've had to use it a few times, and they are absolutely amazing) IN EMERGENCY CALL 999
Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity
1 Wester Shawfair
Accident and Emergency department for children. 0131 536 0000. (We've had to use it a few times, and they are absolutely amazing) IN EMERGENCY CALL 999

Arts & Culture

One of the key Festival venues, now also hosts Jamie Oliver's new restaurant
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Assembly Rooms
54 George St
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One of the key Festival venues, now also hosts Jamie Oliver's new restaurant
Key Festival Venue, easily walkable from the apartment
Assembly Hall
Mound Place
Key Festival Venue, easily walkable from the apartment
The National Gallery houses a wonderful permanent collection including Canova's Three Graces and numerous Old Masters. Great programme of temporary exhibitions
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苏格兰国立现代艺术美术馆
75 Belford Rd
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The National Gallery houses a wonderful permanent collection including Canova's Three Graces and numerous Old Masters. Great programme of temporary exhibitions