Making a fleeting visit to
Scotland’s grand capital? With only a few hours in Edinburgh, a city that is so
rich in culture and history, it’s hard to know where to begin. Where to dine
and visit, not to mention the issue of navigating the bustling city! Fear not,
we’ve compiled the ultimate guide on how to spend a day in Edinburgh.
Planning a Day in Edinburgh
8AM: Any great day
trip starts with a delicious breakfast. Only
a short five minute walk from Edinburgh Haymarket train station, we recommend
heading on over the chic Orcadian restaurant, The Skerries (part of luxury
boutique hotel, The Dunstane.) With the recent addition of fine-dining expert
chef, Paul, we guarantee that breakfast will be nothing but delightful.
9AM: We know a
good breakfast; we’re guessing you’re probably more than full at this point. Up
and ready, we recommend exploring Edinburgh Haymarket. Since the addition of
the Edinburgh tramline, Haymarket has thrived – and with fantastic cafes and
very alluring boutique shops to visit, we’re confident you’ll find a little
piece of luxury you’ll just love.
10:30AM: It’s time
to hop on a tram and head over to Edinburgh’s legendary Princes Street. Home to
major high-street brand flagships stores, the street also hosts Edinburgh’s
famous department store, Jenners. Go ahead – indulge in some retail therapy!
12PM: Feeling
peckish? Why not head on over to Eteaket
for some lunch? Located on Frederick Street, Edinburgh’s very own award-winning
tea room, Eteaket sells scrumptious cakes, ciabattas – as well as afternoon
tea. With an abundance of teas from around the globe readily available, we’re
pretty sure you’ll be swapping out your regular Frappuccino for a take-away bag
of your favourite brew.
1:30PM: Time to
work off those calories! No trip to Edinburgh is complete without a trek up
Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. As you pass over the cobbled streets, you’ll take in
the surrounding first-class attractions – get a peek at the famous Edinburgh
“closes.” Why not drop into the Scotch whisky experience and hop on a tour for
an hour to find more out about Scotland’s most famous alcoholic beverage. Word
is you even get a “wee dram” during the tour!
3:00PM: Hopefully
you won’t be feeling too tipsy after your trip to the Scotch Whisky Experience!
If you’re a fan of antiques and vintage goods, then a trip to Armstrong’s
Vintage Emporium is imperative! Located only three minutes away from the Royal
Mile via Cowgate, soak up the sensation of times gone past with genuine vintage
dating back as far as the Victorian period.
Be warned, the shop is deceptive and much bigger than it looks from the
outside!
4:00PM: In the
mood for more history in action? Head on over to Real Mary King’s Close
(located just off the Royal Mile) and get ready for a slice of gruesome and
macabre history! Find out about the tales and stories of Mary King’s Close on a
tour with us – it’s an experience not to miss out on! Be quick – tours book up
fast so we recommend advanced booking.
5:00PM: Dinner
time! Head back over the river to visit MP’s Bistro – located only five minutes
away from Edinburgh Waverly train station. Seated on the foot of historic
Calton Hill, indulge in fine-dining delights including the purse-friendly
pre-theatre menu.
7:00PM: Not in a
rush to get home? Located a short distance away from MP’s Bistro, is the
Edinburgh Playhouse theatre – hotspot for major west-end musicals and
first-class shows. From seating in the gallery, to the inner circles,
experience the magnificence of the listed building, originally modelled on New
York’s Roxy Cinema.
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