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The Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh. Courtesy of Royal Yacht Britannia

Royal Yacht Britannia

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Having served the Royal family for more than 40 years, travelling over a million miles, the Royal Yacht Britannia is now moored on Leith's waterfront. A fascinating insight into the Royal…

Bow Bar

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The small, atmospheric Bow Bar in one of the Old Town's most architecturally interesting streets is the place to come for single malt whisky and a casual chat with the locals. There's a large…

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New Town, Edinburgh. Courtesy of www.britainonview.com

New Town

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Edinburgh's New Town is now the most extensive area of Georgian architecture in the world and is still delighting visitors with its grace and beauty.

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A distinctively marked caterpiller at the Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World photo courtesy Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World

Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World

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At Edinburgh's Butterfly & Insect World visitors can wander through a tropical rainforest (regardless of the weather) and see a wide variety of exotic and beautiful butterflies as well as…

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Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh. Courtesy of Greyfriars Kirk

Greyfriars Kirk

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Greyfriars Kirk - officially Greyfriars Tolbooth & Highland Kirk - was the first church built in Edinburgh after the Reformation, in 1562, on the grounds of the old Franciscan convent.

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Victoria Street

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Victoria Street was built in the 18th century as an access route from Grassmarket to George IV Bridge and the Royal Mile. Sweeping up the hill in a wide S shape, it is known for its boutiques…

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Crombie's

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The award-winning Crombie's butcher has been on Broughton Street for more than 45 years and is known across Scotland for its quality cuts. Selling a delicious haggis, it is most famous for its…

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Cloisters

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Cloisters is converted from part of an old parsonage and is an oasis of calm. A malt-of-the-moment is available every day at a reduced price; savour it at one of the large wooden tables by the…

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Black Bo's

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A stone's throw from the Royal Mile, this compact bar is neither a traditional pub nor a particularly trendy place. Many will find its dark walls and mix-and-match furniture downright plain…

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Borough

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At stylish Borough in Edinburgh, let skilled barstaff mix you one of their cocktails. The venue itself is airy and open-plan, furnished with orb lighting and large sofas to help you relax in style.

Looking across the Grassmarket from the bottom of Candlemaker Row to the castPIC: P.TOMKINS/VisitScotland/SCOTTISH VIEWPOINTle.

The Grassmarket

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Nestled in the heart of the historic Old Town, the Grassmarket area is one of the most historic, vibrant and popular parts of Edinburgh.

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Pivo Caffe

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A popular pre-club venue for Edinburgh's hipsters, Pivo has a selection of Czech lagers on tap as well as a shooter menu for those looking to really make a night of it. The low-ceilinged bar…

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Cafe Royal Oyster Bar

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The Cafe Royal Oyster Bar has been a fixture on the Edinburgh dining circuit for years, tucked away on West Register Street. With eight large stained glass windows and the tables smartly…

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HBOS Museum on the Mound Photo by p Zanre. Courtesy Museum on the Mound

HBOS Museum on the Mound

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A new addition to Edinburgh's museums, the HBOS Museum on the Mound explores the heritage of the city through artefacts and information on trade, technology, art and design, crime and security…

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Howies

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Howies has established itself at the forefront of the Scottish culinary rebirth. Gone are stodgy deep fried foods, replaced by fresh Scottish ingredients cooked in imaginative ways. Try haggis…

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Opal Lounge

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The Opal Lounge is a stylish bar in Edinburgh city centre where an award-winning mixologist creates the cocktails for a chic crowd. Make sure you dress to impress, as the clientele like to…