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Taste of Scotland Scottish show
Taste of Scotland Scottish show
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Ranked #71 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
The Royal Scots Regimental Museum
The Royal Scots Regimental Museum
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Ranked #72 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
New Town
New Town
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Ranked #73 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
The modern face of Edinburgh, with lots of restaurants, pubs, museums and galleries.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
The Royal Observatory
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Ranked #74 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Writers' Museum
Writers' Museum
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Ranked #75 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: The Writers' Museum in the 17th century Lady Stair's House, is dedicated to the lives and work of Scotland's great literary... more » Owner description: The Writers' Museum in the 17th century Lady Stair's House, is dedicated to the lives and work of Scotland's great literary figures, particularly Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. The rich collection of manuscripts, first editions and portraits is complemented by a series of personal exhibits that include Burns' writing desk and the Ballantyne Press on which Scott's Waverley novels were originally published. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
The Queen's Hall
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Ranked #76 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews

Live venue located on the southside of Edinburgh offering events all year round.  A wide range of musical genres can be heard here including classical, jazz, folk, blues, pop and... more »

Attraction type  Art Galleries; Performances
Distance  1.2 miles from city centre
Canongate
Canongate
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Ranked #77 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Ballets; Religious Sites
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Hopetoun House
Hopetoun House
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Ranked #78 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
3.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
This historic building is known as "Scotland's finest stately home."
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  5.3 miles from city centre
Castle Rock
Castle Rock
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Ranked #79 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: This massive rock towering over Edinburgh is the setting for Edinburgh Castle and serves as one of the most defining symbols... more » Owner description: This massive rock towering over Edinburgh is the setting for Edinburgh Castle and serves as one of the most defining symbols of Scottish history. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Macdonald Roxburghe Hotel Spa
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Ranked #80 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Festival Theatre
Ranked #81 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: The largest and most technologically up-to-date theater in the United Kingdom: contains the Lyreic Theatre, the Variety... more » Owner description: The largest and most technologically up-to-date theater in the United Kingdom: contains the Lyreic Theatre, the Variety Palace and an Opera House. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
Royal Commonwealth Pool
Ranked #82 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Water Parks
Grassmarket
Grassmarket
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Ranked #83 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
John Knox House Museum
John Knox House Museum
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Ranked #84 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
George IV Bridge
George IV Bridge
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Ranked #85 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Built between 1829 and 1832, this bridge or elevated street spans more than 1,000 feet in length, linking Chambers Street and... more » Owner description: Built between 1829 and 1832, this bridge or elevated street spans more than 1,000 feet in length, linking Chambers Street and the Royal Mile. « less
Attraction type  Bridges; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Edinburgh College of Art
Edinburgh College of Art
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Ranked #86 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Art Galleries
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
St Cecilia's Hall Museum of Instruments
Ranked #87 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Museums
Kings Acre Golf Course
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Ranked #88 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  256.5 miles from city centre
Highland Whisky Experience
Highland Whisky Experience
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Ranked #89 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course
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Ranked #90 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Mansfield Place Church
Mansfield Place Church
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Ranked #91 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
National Library of Scotland
National Library of Scotland
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Ranked #92 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews

The National Library of Scotland is Scotland's largest library. The institution is home to 14 million printed items, over 100,000 manuscripts, around two million maps, and 25,000... more »

Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
The Braid Hills
The Braid Hills
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Ranked #93 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Edinburgh World Heritage Trust
Edinburgh World Heritage Trust
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Ranked #94 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
George Heriot's School
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Ranked #95 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
Sherlock Holmes Statue
Sherlock Holmes Statue
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Ranked #96 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
FountainPark
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Ranked #97 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Glamour Hair and Beauty
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Ranked #98 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Duddingston Golf Club
Duddingston Golf Club
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Ranked #99 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
4 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
Bedlam Paintball
Bedlam Paintball
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Ranked #100 of 164 Attractions in Edinburgh
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: You haven't played paintball until you've played Bedlam Paintball. Bedlam is unlike anything you've ever experienced. We are... more » Owner description: You haven't played paintball until you've played Bedlam Paintball. Bedlam is unlike anything you've ever experienced. We are renowned for our detailed, imaginative game scenarios in custom-built GameZones. Enter Bedlam's world, and begin a fun, exhilarating, adventure where strategy, teamwork, and imagination are key. With Tippmann marker guns, protective equipment, 100% safety record and 1st class facilities, we’ve set the standard for paintball excellence. « less
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
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