set in a residential neighbourhood, this relaxed family-run guesthouse is a mile from downtown edinburgh and 1. all have tvs, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and wifi access. most rooms have en suite bathrooms, and some have minifridges. a full scottish or vegetarian breakfast is included. homey rooms combine period features such as high ceilings and bay windows with updated furnishings. 4 miles from the scottish national gallery. Edinburgh Airport 27 min
Camera Obscura U0026 World Of Illusions (11 min.) long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Calton Hill (8 min.) prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & edinburgh castle. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (6 min.) manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions kids events tours and cafes. Royal Mile (8 min.) shopping Pilrig Street (4 min) Scott Monument (8 min.) spirelike victorian memorial in honour of the writer sir walter scott with 287 steps to the top. St Giles Cathedral (11 min.) grand gothic medieval building and presbyterian place of worship where john knox used to preach. The Scotch Whisky Experience (12 min.) attraction telling the tale of scotland s national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Palace Of Holyroodhouse (8 min.) the 16th-century palace of the stuarts with tours of royal reception rooms antiques and relics. Princes Street Gardens (12 min.) green flag park of geological/botanical interest home to several public monuments and memorials. The Real Mary King S Close (11 min.) hidden streets from the 1600s below the royal mile accompanied by tales from costumed guides. National Museum Of Scotland (9 min.) bright modern museum housing scottish industrial history relics natural history displays and cafe. Haymarket (15 min) Dryden Street (1 min) Arthur S Seat (23 min.) mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced plus panoramic city & firth of forth views. Edinburgh Bus Station (10 min) Scottish National Gallery (10 min.) national collection includes european masterpieces and scottish works with seasonal exhibitions. Royal Yacht Britannia (6 min.) large oceanic liner used by britain s royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years. |