Edinburgh was recently voted the best city break in Britain by readers of a national newspaper and is a great place to visit at any time of year. Busiest during August when the Edinburgh Festival is in full swing, the city also makes a popular destination at New Year for the Hogmanay celebrations. A good time to visit Scotland is in May and June - before the crowds arrive, but with long days and a good chance of sunshine.
Attractions include Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a rocky outcrop; Camera Obscura on the Royal Mile near the Castle, the new Dynamic Earth below the rugged crags of Holyrood Park; Holyrood Palace at the end of the Royal Mile; the Royal Yacht Britannica moored in Leith; the Royal Botanic Gardens and of course the wide variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and bars. Further information on Edinburgh's museums and galleries, tourist attractions, sightseeing, shopping, local events, festivals, bars, cafes and nightlife, restaurants, and theatres can be found in our Edinburgh city guide.
Of Edinburgh's many restaurants, we recommend Fishers - a seafood restaurant in Leith who also have a newer branch in the New Town called Fisher's in the City. Other good places to try include The Tower, which is located above the new Museum of Scotland and offers stunning views of Edinburgh Castle and the Old Town. The Atrium in the Foyer of the Traverse Theatre is another good place for lunch or dinner, while the bistro Blue upstairs is equally good and open late. Although slightly out of the way, an excellent place for lunch is Valvona and Crolla on Elm Row - a great little cafe at the back of Edinburgh's finest deli.
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