The Water of Leith Walkway is a public footpath and cycleway that runs alongside the small river of the same name for 12¾ miles, from Balerno to Leith. This gorgeous […]

Eating out doesn’t have to be fussy and expensive in the capital. Follow the locals to Union of Genius – Scotland’s only soup café – in Forest Road. At Union […]

Edinburgh is well-renowned for its underground tourist attractions of Mary King’s Close and the Vaults. However, most residents are blissfully unaware of another amazing feat of engineering that lies under […]

Hosted by auctioneers Ramsay Cornish, the weekly Lane Sales are an Edinburgh institution dating back over 100 years. The sales take place at 11am sharp each Thursday in Jane Street, Leith. You […]

In need of some Tibetan tea and tranquillity? Head to Newington to a shop and café inspired by a meeting with the Dalai Lama himself – The Himalaya Café. At […]

Fancy a visit to Quentin Tarantino’s favourite cinema in the whole world? Pop along to Home Street’s historic film house, The Cameo. The Cameo first opened its doors as The […]

Ssssh! Edinburgh Secret Society organises events for those of a curious disposition. Edinburgh Secret Society’s events pop up every now and again in some of the city’s quirkiest and most unusual venues. […]

Fancy some Lycra and Lemon Drizzle Cake? No problem! Just head to Ronde Cycle Café in Stockbridge. This bespoke store is a specialised independent bike shop and café combined. Located […]

Edinburgh’s New Town is a World Heritage site and the largest, best-preserved example of Georgian architecture in the UK. At the heart of this stylish, old money neighbourhood are the […]

Forget the crowds descending on that “modern carbuncle” further down the High Street and visit the original Scottish Parliament building instead – Parliament Hall. This magnificent 17th-century hall, with original […]