Edinburgh Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home (Travel Guide)

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Experience Edinburgh the local way with this insider's e-guide Home to winding cobblestoned streets, sprawling leafy parks and an arts scene like no other this small but spectacular city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about Edinburgh Castle and the National Museums. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This insider's e-guide includes recommendations from Edinburgers in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Enjoy the banter at an old-school Leith boozer, brace yourself for a chilly dip at Portobello beach and browse indie boutiques that champion up-and-coming Scottish design in the city's well-to-do West End. Whether you're a local looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish e-guide makes sure you experience the real side of Edinburgh. Contents Introduction Through the Year Know-How Neighbourhoods On the Map EAT Breakfast and Brunch Lunch Spots Comfort Food Special Occasion Scran of the World Something Sweet Take a Tour: A foodie day out from city to sea DRINK Coffee Shops The Local Alfresco Tipples Wine Bars Cocktail Joints Breweries and Distilleries Take a Tour: An afternoon of gin in the city centre SHOP Vintage Gems Retro Records Book Nooks Gourmet Treats Scottish Design Take a Tour: A thrifty afternoon in Morningside ARTS & CULTURE City History Favourite Museums Film and Cinema Performing Arts Indie Galleries Creative Spaces Take a Tour: On the trail of Edinburgh’s haunted history NIGHTLIFE Live Music Late-Night Bars Cool Clubs LGBTQ+ Scene Games Night Scottish Evenings and Session Bars Take a Tour: A night out in the Old Town OUTDOORS Green Spaces Scenic Strolls By the Sea Outdoor Adventures Nearby Getaways Take a Tour: An afternoon by the sea in Portobello Directory Acknowledgments