9 Best Things to Do in Edinburgh

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   Royal Mile

   LandmarkFree entry

   The Royal Mile is the spine of Edinburgh's Old Town, running downhill from the castle on its volcanic crag to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King's official Scottish residence.

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   Edinburgh Waverley Station

   Landmark

   Edinburgh Waverley Station is the principal railway station in Edinburgh, situated in the heart of the city between the Old Town and the New Town.

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   The Albanach

   SightFree entry

   The Albanach is a traditional Scottish pub situated on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh's Old Town.

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   The Scotsman Picturehouse

   Entertainment

   The Scotsman Picturehouse is a distinctive entertainment venue located on North Bridge in the heart of Edinburgh.

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   The Brauhaus

   SightFree entry

   The Brauhaus is a cozy German-style pub situated in Edinburgh's West End, at 105 Lauriston Place.

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   Armchair Books

   MarketFree entry

   Armchair Books is a beloved independent bookshop located on West Port, just a short walk from Edinburgh Castle and the Grassmarket.

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   Ember

   Sight

   Ember is a contemporary restaurant and bar located on Castle Terrace, just a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle.

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   Scotsman Spa & Health Club

   Sight

   Scotsman Spa & Health Club is located within the historic Scotsman Hotel on North Bridge, right in the heart of Edinburgh.

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   The Cow Shed

   SightFree entry

   The Cow Shed is a snug, wood-paneled whisky bar tucked away within the historic Scotsman Hotel on North Bridge.

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