Experience Edinburgh the local way with this insider's e-guide
Home to winding cobblestoned streets, sprawling leafy parks and an arts scene like no other this small but spectacular city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about Edinburgh Castle and the National Museums. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals?
This insider's e-guide includes recommendations from Edinburgers in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Enjoy the banter at an old-school Leith boozer, brace yourself for a chilly dip at Portobello beach and browse indie boutiques that champion up-and-coming Scottish design in the city's well-to-do West End.
Whether you're a local looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish e-guide makes sure you experience the real side of Edinburgh.
Author(s): DK Eyewitness
Publisher: DK Eyewitness Travel
Year: 2022
Contents
Introduction
Through the Year
Know-How
Neighbourhoods
On the Map
EAT
Breakfast and Brunch
Lunch Spots
Comfort Food
Special Occasion
Scran of the World
Something Sweet
Take a Tour: A foodie day out from city to sea
DRINK
Coffee Shops
The Local
Alfresco Tipples
Wine Bars
Cocktail Joints
Breweries and Distilleries
Take a Tour: An afternoon of gin in the city centre
SHOP
Vintage Gems
Retro Records
Book Nooks
Gourmet Treats
Scottish Design
Take a Tour: A thrifty afternoon in Morningside
ARTS & CULTURE
City History
Favourite Museums
Film and Cinema
Performing Arts
Indie Galleries
Creative Spaces
Take a Tour: On the trail of Edinburgh’s haunted history
NIGHTLIFE
Live Music
Late-Night Bars
Cool Clubs
LGBTQ+ Scene
Games Night
Scottish Evenings and Session Bars
Take a Tour: A night out in the Old Town
OUTDOORS
Green Spaces
Scenic Strolls
By the Sea
Outdoor Adventures
Nearby Getaways
Take a Tour: An afternoon by the sea in Portobello
Directory
Acknowledgments
