Location: West End
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Things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, renowned for its heritage, culture and festivals.
Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Then stop for a delicious meal made from fresh Scottish produce before heading out to take in one of Edinburgh’s many events — including the famous summer festivals of culture, or the Winter Festivals of music, light and ceilidhs.
Restaurants in Edinburgh
1. Horse and Rider
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
Eoghan Bridge's "Horse and Rider" sculpture on the pedestrian link between posh Rutland Square and the modern financial district. Eoghan Bridge was born in Edinburgh in 1963. He is known for his ceramic and bronze sculptures that shows relationship and bonds between animals and humans. Rearing horse with naked man seated on horse's back and holding onto the top of its head. Interesting bronze sculpture.This is one of that piece of art in Edinburgh which is memorable. There is something a bit disturbing in it. Take a look if you nearby.
2. African Woman and Child
3. Georgian House
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4.5 based on 1,184 reviews
Enjoy a visit to the past and experience what life was like for the Lamonts family in 18th and 19th century New Town. The Georgian era produced some of Scotland’s most distinctive architecture. In the late 1700s, this grand townhouse was at the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town development. The house was designed by acclaimed architect Robert Adam and was a true statement of luxury in an era of enlightenment, for those who could afford it. The house has been magnificently restored to show a typical Edinburgh New Town house of the late 18th and early 19th century. The fine collections of period furniture, porcelain, silver and glass reflect the Lamonts’ lifestyle and the social and economic context of the time. The kitchen and servants’ room give a glimpse of the arduous ‘below stairs’ life of the servants, who made the Lamonts’ elegant lifestyle possible.
Reviewed By HSeeingtheworld - Welwyn, United Kingdom
We came during our recent visit to the fringe and are very pleased we did The house is owned and run by the National Trust for Scotland and is next door to the First Minster's office, also owned by the Trust The house contains many items of furniture and artefacts related to the period as well as various paintings by Scottish artists. There is an introductory film and various information sheets as well as well informed volunteers who are happy to answer visitor's questions Well worth a visit
4. St. Mary's Cathedral
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4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By errol20 - Mumbai, India
It has the most beautiful architecture and Latin hymns are sung to this day. Please go for the mass. I'm surprised how few Catholics come to church.
5. West Register House
6. The Great Hall
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By GauravC697 - New Delhi, India
The Great hall certainly is a marvel of the old era...The wooden roof is a splendor in itself...It is displaying weapons and armors reminiscent of its glorious military past..It is located in the crown square of the castle..a tic is needed to visualize its splendor..
7. Gladstone Memorial
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
First time I had noticed this impressive Statue in Coates Crescent. Designed by James MacGillivary for this site . The residents objected to its installation and it was eventually installed in St Andrews square . Relocated to this Coates Gardens in 1955 . It is an asset to the area and of great interest to adults and childrens with its many figures
8. Edinburgh Meat Market
9. Arthur Conan Doyle Centre
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
10. Albert Memorial
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4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Located in gardens that are open from 9.00 am till 5.30 pm everyday except Saturday when it is closed .This magnificent statue sculpted in bronze by the famous sculptor Sir John Steel in 1876 . the surrounding figures by D W Stevenson, Clark Stanton and William Brodie.The garden itself was laid out by William Weir in 1808. It is not one of the more well known attractions being slightly off the tourist trail but is well worth a look if you are in the area . It is classified category A by Historic Environment
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