Edinburgh
United Kingdom · 55.95°, -3.19°
Scotland's dramatic capital - Medieval Old Town, Georgian New Town, castle on volcanic rock. From whisky to kilts, bagpipes to festivals, history lives in every cobblestone.
Le château d’Édimbourg
La forteresse posée sur le bouchon volcanique qui domine la ville, occupée depuis l’âge du fer. Les joyaux de la Couronne d’Écosse, la Pierre du Destin, et le canon d’une heure tiré chaque jour sauf le dimanche.
Le Royal Mile
Un mille écossais exactement, du château au palais de Holyroodhouse, avec ses closes — ces venelles verticales — et les maisons à onze étages du XVIIᵉ siècle, les premiers immeubles d’Europe.
Arthur’s Seat
Le sommet d’un volcan éteint depuis trois cent cinquante millions d’années, à deux cent cinquante et un mètres, en plein centre. Quarante-cinq minutes de montée pour la plus belle vue d’Écosse urbaine.
Le palais de Holyroodhouse
La résidence royale en Écosse, où Marie Stuart vécut six ans et vit assassiner son secrétaire Rizzio sous ses yeux. L’abbaye en ruine attenante date de 1128.
Le Musée national d’Écosse
Entrée libre, et la brebis Dolly empaillée : le premier mammifère cloné. Le grand hall victorien de fonte et de verre est un monument à lui seul.
La colline de Calton Hill
Le « Parthénon écossais » resté inachevé faute d’argent en 1829, le monument à Nelson et l’observatoire. Dix minutes de montée pour voir le château et la mer du Nord d’un seul regard.
La Scottish National Gallery
Sur le Mound, entre la vieille et la nouvelle ville, gratuite : Titien, Vermeer, Raphaël, et la plus belle collection d’art écossais qui soit.
Le yacht royal Britannia
Le navire de la famille royale de 1954 à 1997, amarré à Leith, laissé exactement en l’état : cabines, salle des machines et la Rolls-Royce du garage.
Le Dean Village et le Water of Leith
Un ancien village de meuniers à cinq minutes de Princes Street, et le sentier qui suit la rivière sur douze milles, jusqu’à la mer.
La Nouvelle Ville géorgienne
Le plus grand ensemble géorgien conservé au monde, tracé en 1767 par un architecte de vingt-six ans. Charlotte Square, les croissants de pierre blonde et l’UNESCO au complet.
Le jardin botanique royal
Fondé en 1670 comme jardin de simples, il compte aujourd’hui treize mille cinq cents espèces et une palmeraie victorienne de vingt-trois mètres.
Le port de Leith et le Shore
L’ancien port d’Édimbourg, avec ses entrepôts de vin transformés en restaurants le long de l’eau de Leith.
- The Balmoral
L’hôtel de la gare de 1902 et son horloge toujours avancée de trois minutes, pour ne pas rater son train.
- The Witchery by the Castle
Neuf suites théâtrales en haut du Royal Mile, tentures et lits à baldaquin.
- Prestonfield House
Un manoir de 1687 dans vingt hectares, paons compris, à quinze minutes du centre.
- Gleneagles Townhouse
L’ancienne Banque royale d’Écosse sur St Andrew Square, avec club et toit-terrasse.
- The Dunstane Houses
Deux villas victoriennes de West Coates, whisky des Orcades et service familial.
- Eden Locke
Des appartements-studios sur George Street, pour rester plus longtemps.
- The Glasshouse
Modern boutique hotel on Calton Hill. Rooftop terrace, contemporary design.
- Nira Caledonia
Exceptional boutique hotel occupying two Georgian townhouses in Stockbridge, Edinburgh's most charming village neighbourhood. 28 beautifully designed rooms, outstanding Scottish breakfast, personalized service, and a warm home-like atmosphere. One of Edinburgh's most highly rated independent hotels.
- Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Stylish Virgin Hotels property in a beautifully converted B-listed building on India Street in the New Town. Features signature Chamber rooms with clever use of space, the Commons Club bar and restaurant, and an energetic atmosphere that attracts a design-conscious crowd.
- Grassmarket Hotel
Characterful boutique hotel in the historic Grassmarket, directly below Edinburgh Castle. Victorian-meets-contemporary design, views up to the castle, and easy walking distance to the Royal Mile and vibrant pub scene. A brilliant location with genuine Edinburgh character.
- hub by Premier Inn
Compact rooms near Royal Mile. Good value, modern, central location.
- Travelodge Edinburgh Central
Budget chain hotel. Clean, basic, good value for Edinburgh.
- Castle Rock Hostel
Social hostel at foot of castle. Pub crawls, social events, great for meeting travelers.
- Restaurant Martin Wishart
La première étoile d’Édimbourg, à Leith, depuis 2001.
- The Kitchin
Tom Kitchin et sa devise « du sol à l’assiette », sur le quai de Leith.
- Timberyard
Un ancien entrepôt à accessoires de théâtre, feu de bois, fermentations et vins nature.
- The Palmerston
Une boucherie-boulangerie devenue table de quartier, à l’ouest du centre.
- Ondine
Le comptoir à fruits de mer de George IV Bridge, huîtres et homard de la côte est.
- The Sheep Heid Inn
Une auberge attestée depuis 1360 au pied d’Arthur’s Seat, avec son jeu de quilles.
- The Witchery by the Castle
Gothic restaurant near castle. Theatrical décor, Scottish produce, romantic atmosphere.
- Scotch Whisky Experience Restaurant
Whisky tasting with Scottish food pairing. Educational and delicious.
- The Scran & Scallie
Michelin-chef-run gastropub. Refined Scottish pub grub, cozy atmosphere.
- The Dogs
Unpretentious Edinburgh institution on Hanover Street serving seasonal Scottish bistro food at honest prices. Offal dishes, local game, excellent fish, and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere that has made it one of Edinburgh's most loved local restaurants. No fuss, just great Scottish cooking.
- Mum's Great Comfort Food
Home-style Scottish cooking. Shepherd's pie, fish and chips, sticky toffee pudding.
- Oink
Famous hog roast sandwich on Royal Mile. Slow-roasted pork, crackling, stuffing.
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80 out of 100 on the Nomad Score. 8 working hours shared with Western Europe.
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Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands
Mythical beasts, tall tales and dramatic scenery: explore the beauty of Scotland in a day on this one day coach tour.
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William
Take in the stunning Highland locations made famous by the Harry Potter and James Bond film series.
Underground Vaults Walking Tour in Edinburgh Old Town
Journey along Edinburgh's Royal Mile hearing some of Edinburgh's darker history before visiting the infamous hidden and supposedly haunted vaults beneath the South Bridge in Edinburgh Old Town. Hear tales of how the poor and unfortunate lived in these former slums. Explore these dimly lit vaults by candlelight, once the haunt of criminals, body snatchers and witches alike, said by some to now be occupied by a few of the spirits of these inhabitants long since dead.
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Experience the world's most haunted city on a ghost tour of Edinburgh and be spooked by one of the city's most infamous sons as they lead you around the dark side of the Old Town. Discover the hidden wynds (alleys) off the Royal Mile and hear some of Edinburgh’s horrifying secrets.
Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
Embark on an unforgettable 1-day adventure through Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy stunning scenery, unspoiled landscapes, and a chance to escape the bustle of modern life.
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included
We pre-collect your tickets so that our Castle Tour gives you easy access into Scotland's most iconic fortification. The 1h30 long tour will cover the 3000 year history of Edinburgh Castle and the significant role it has played in shaping Scotland.
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