Ella’s favourite Edinburgh outings
Sightseeing
This is a natural stream that cuts across Edinburgh. A nice little stretch of it to explore a walk from Dean’s Village (very cool spot) and walk to Stockbridge.
11 locals recommend
Water of Leith Walkway
Water of Leith WalkwayThis is a natural stream that cuts across Edinburgh. A nice little stretch of it to explore a walk from Dean’s Village (very cool spot) and walk to Stockbridge.
It’s a very short and easy walk to the top of the hill (takes about 10 minutes). It is a really nice place with 360 degree views of the city and the ocean. It is also nice for sunsets.
1098 locals recommend
Calton Hill
Calton HillIt’s a very short and easy walk to the top of the hill (takes about 10 minutes). It is a really nice place with 360 degree views of the city and the ocean. It is also nice for sunsets.
This is a lake in the centre of the Pentland hills. The air is fresh and the views are on par with some of the views we have seen in the Highlands. The bus 44 to Balerno will take you very close and you can walk the rest of the way.
8 locals recommend
Threipmuir Reservoir
This is a lake in the centre of the Pentland hills. The air is fresh and the views are on par with some of the views we have seen in the Highlands. The bus 44 to Balerno will take you very close and you can walk the rest of the way.
Food scene
Very pleasant high street with nice places to eat. I love Artisan Roast (the best coffee I’ve had in Edinburgh), Soderberg and Fortitude.
350 locals recommend
Stockbridge
Very pleasant high street with nice places to eat. I love Artisan Roast (the best coffee I’ve had in Edinburgh), Soderberg and Fortitude.
A really great high street. There are a few really nice coffee and brunch spots here. I love Artisan Roast, Monpeliers (for brunch), Project Coffee and Bross Bagels.
70 locals recommend
Bruntsfield
A really great high street. There are a few really nice coffee and brunch spots here. I love Artisan Roast, Monpeliers (for brunch), Project Coffee and Bross Bagels.
The coffee is sure to wake you up. Expert baristas and really solid filter coffee. Don't forget to greet the resident dog Bear.
Throat Punch Coffee Company
30 Dalry RoadThe coffee is sure to wake you up. Expert baristas and really solid filter coffee. Don't forget to greet the resident dog Bear.
Delicious and unique Parsi South Asian cuisine. One of my favourite places to eat in Edinburgh. Try to get a table with a view of St Andrew square.
212 locals recommend
Dishoom Edinburgh
3a St Andrew SquareDelicious and unique Parsi South Asian cuisine. One of my favourite places to eat in Edinburgh. Try to get a table with a view of St Andrew square.
Yamato
11 Lochrin TerraceThe best sushi I have had outside of Japan. Need I say more?
Kyloe
1-3 Rutland StreetTry the aged Scottish Aberdeen steak. Exquisite and delicious.
White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar
266 CanongateExcellent fresh Scottish seafood.