WHY EDINBURGH? Edinburgh is one of the capitals where you get the best impression of the city by walking along the picturesque main streets and side streets. Another option is daily bus tickets. It is best to start your walk at Edinburgh Castle in the old part of the city. On the way, while visiting tourist attractions such as...
Edinburgh is one of the capitals where you get the best impression of the city by walking along the picturesque main streets and side streets. Another option is daily bus tickets. It is best to start your walk at Edinburgh Castle in the old part of the city. On the way, while visiting the tourist attractions, you will come across many musicians - pipers in kilts - as a diversion.
EXPERIENCE THE VIBRATION OF THE CITY
Don't miss a visit to the picturesque Victoria Street, which leads you to the Grassmarket, once a market, but today you can find many boutique shops, pubs and restaurants here. If a walk and the street life of the city satisfy you better than a visit to the cathedral, turn into one of the side streets. Many of them hide beautiful gardens where you can rest in peace for a short while. In order not to get lost too quickly, you can also stop at one of the many pubs on the way, which invite you with stories about famous owners.
TARTAN AND WHISKEY
You can also satisfy your shopping desire in Edinburgh in shops with products made from traditional tartan. You can see the weaving process of this fabric and a collection of kilts over the centuries at The Edinburgh Old Town Weaving Company, or instead of visiting The Scotch Whiskey Heritage Centre, head to one of the distilleries outside the city.
THE CEMETERY AS A SIGHT
If you're not too tired yet, we suggest you visit Greyfriars Kirkyard. The stone monuments work quite differently from the more domestic tombstones, but nearby you should not miss the statue of Greyfriars Bobby, the terrier who watched over his master's grave for many years.
TO VIEW OR PURCHASE
Once you've enriched your soul and satisfied your artistic streak, it's time for a new part of town. Modern urbanity can already be felt on Princess Street, the main shopping street in the city. The Jenners department store attracts the most attention on it. The uniqueness of the street is complemented by the view of the castle, the old part of the city and the beautiful Princess Street Gardens, which invite you to relax. Interesting for shopping or just window shopping is elegant George Street, where you can find many trendy bars and restaurants.
SCOTTISH FOOD AND DRINK
Wandering and shopping around the city will quickly tire you out. You can refresh yourself in many pubs, bars and restaurants. You will be served a traditional haggis meal - meat and oatmeal in a sheep's stomach, you can also choose a vegetarian version. There will definitely be a mug of beer with it, but it will probably be quite difficult to choose a beer within the large offer. Let the restaurant staff advise you or ask the locals. This is always the best tip. Oatcakes are always great for a snack, they are great with cheese, preferably cheddars. Don't forget short bread, cookies made of flour, butter and sugar. Simple and divine. And also very filling. Of course, you can't leave Scotland without learning a bit more about whisky, some Scotch whisky. The most famous single malts, i.e. pure, the best whiskeys in oak barrels, mature for at least three years before being bottled. The most famous are Glenfiddich, Laphroaig, Glenlivet, Glen Morangiein Macallan. Visiting a distillery is an extraordinary experience, so choose at least one.
NIGHT LIFE
Drinking in traditional pubs with good food and drinks can always last late into the night. The summer international festival will be especially welcome by those with an artistic streak. In larger hotels around the city or pubs in the countryside, take part in a Scottish ceilidh evening with folk music, singing and dancing at least once. A special experience!
SCOTLAND INVITES!
Despite the diverse offer in the city of Edinburgh, it invites you to discover the surroundings. For the young at heart, we suggest backpackers tours. The best thing about this is to hire local guides to take you on side routes, at each stop you can decide whether to stay longer and return again in a day or two by bus (jump on, jump off). In just a few days, you can see up close the scenes of the famous battles depicted in the films Braveheart and Rob Roy, enjoy the walls of medieval castles and the vastness of the Glencoe Mountains. For some extra fun along the way, visit a Scotch whiskey distillery, try your luck at finding the Loch Ness monster, and walk among hairy cows.
HOW TO SCOTLAND?
The easiest way is by plane (change in London) or train. While you will be at your destination earlier with the former, the train journey offers you a panoramic ride, and after arriving in the city center itself, a wonderful view of the city is revealed to you.
