Edinburgh Things to Do: Ideas for what do to in Edinburgh

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sarahelaine says: I am a huge fan of the Botanics. I know you didn't come to Edinburgh for the gardens, but they are really well worth a trip. The botanics are in Inverleith, a short bus ride from the town centre. Admission is free, but you have to pay to go in the greenhouses. Last time I went it was about £3...
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krissynae says: It ranges to what you want to see as to what the cost. Walking the royal mile is interesting in it's self. Some on out tour group did the Mary's Kings Close did not enjoy it while others did. I enjoyed a late night Ghost tour (5 pounds) while others did not. Gotta pop into the Deacon Brodie Bar for ...
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ScottishFireball says: This was really exciting to me, I'm and avid ghost hunter. I have always loved the stories and I finally got to go. Our guide was wonderful and very into the tour! He was very very animated I just loved it! However if you have nightmare don't do it, I have done a lot of things like this an it is...
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ScottishFireball says: We ate here on our first full day in Edinburgh, I really enjoyed it. A bit pricey but worth it! If you want to try true Scottish food this is the place to go! I say try the Haggis its is wonderful!
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ScottishFireball says: I have wanted to see Mary King's Close for quite a while and it has been by far the best Ghost Tour I have seen. There is alot of history involved with so even if you don't like the scart aspect there is still a lot to keep you interested. Now it depends on if you believe or not but I can tell you...
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stellaHardanges530 says: Ediburgh has a lot to offer in terms of Nightlife entertainment and an enjoyable day out. The area provides plenty of educational visits around the city as well as fun. I definately recommend going on the Mercat Ghost tours as it was quite scary if you used your imagination. I was quite dissapointed...
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cvitadinho says: Edinburgh castle is the first tourist "must see" that you will see in all brochures about Edinburgh. I personally find it abit pricey (11 pounds) but the castle is really nice and it gives you a nice view on big part of the city. You can spend few hours walking around the castle, checking out exhibi...
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sarahelaine says: Admission to any of the National Galleries is free, but special exhibitions may cost extra. There are several National Galleries in Edinburgh, including the national portrait gallery on Queen Street, the National Gallery of Modern Art near Dean Village, and the one that everyone knows about it ...
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X_Drive says: Holyrood Palace was originally founded as a monastery back in the early 1100s. In 1498 James IV turned it into a palace. It is the official residence of the Queen when she is in Edinburgh. Tours are allowed when the Queen is not in residence, but photos may not be taken inside. Only a small porti...
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Nzelvis says: Most people are unaware that the entire city of Edinburgh was built above an older city that existed on the same site. Well, it's true. The undercity, as it is now called, was abandoned some 200 years ago. Some say the undercity was abandoned due to the plague that was raging through the area, bu...
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Nzelvis says: The Scottish Highlands may seem daunting for some, but not the folks at Haggis Tours. These Scots know what they are doing. Haggis offers 3, 6, 8, and 10 day tours of the Scottish Highlands, each tour led by a born and raised Scot. This reviewer took the 6 day tour, which is a great introduction ...
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jefrois says: If you are in Edinburgh for only a short time and you are on a budget, a great way to see the city and learn about its past while having fun is this FREE TOUR OF EDINBURGH!!! This walking tour lasts 3 hrs and covers all of the main sights of the Old City of Edinburgh. It combines history with a l...
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Jas1313 says: Hillend is an artificial snowslope in Edinburgh. Equipment can be hired at the slope. It has tow-lifts and chair-lifts so getting up the hill is really easy. I have to admit it feels nothing like snow, it is a kind of fibreglass surface but it is very good for ski/snowboarding down. There is also a ...
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OurWorldTrip says: A friend of mine told me he went to the vaults in Edinburgh but they are only accessible via tour. He couldn't remember the tour operator but it wasn't hard to find out. The crowd is called Mercat Tours and most tours start at the Mercat cross on High Street. We had a look at the different tours and...
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caissef says: Free... except for the bus ride! Can't remember which one though. Sorry! Anybody going to Edinburgh must climb Arthur's Seat! Right in the middle od the city, the hike is pleasant, not too difficult and the view at the top is simply stunning! You can see everything from there. Really, if you h...
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