Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Drinking
Café Royal Circle Bar (
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)
Bramble (
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)
Guildford Arms (
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)
Amicus Apple (
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)
Getting There
Bus
Just about every bus service in Edinburgh runs along Princes St at some point in its jour-
ney. But note that not all buses stop at every bus stop - if you're looking for a particular bus,
check the route numbers listed on the bus-stop sign.
The Sights in a Day
Begin the day with a stroll through the western part of
Princes Street Gar-
dens
, and plan on spending the rest of the morning admiring the art at the
Scot-
tish National Gallery
(
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)
and the
Royal Scottish Academy
(
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)
be-
fore enjoying a Scottish-themed lunch at the gallery's
Scottish Cafe & Restaurant
(
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)
.
Continue through the eastern part of the gardens, or along Princes St, to St
Andrew Sq and another bout of art appreciation at the
Scottish National Por-
trait Gallery
(
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)
. Browse the boutiques in nearby Multrees Walk, or explore
the independent shops along George St, Thistle St and Rose St, before climbing
Calton
Hill
(
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)
for a magnificent sunset view.
Relax with a cocktail at
Bramble
(
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) before getting a taxi to
Garden-
er's Cottage
(
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)
or
21212
(
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)
for an unforgettable dinner
(be sure to book in advance), then catch some live jazz at the
Jam House
(
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)
or
a comedy act at
The Stand
(
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)
.
For a local's day in the New Town,
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.