Edinburgh

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I'm having a short break in Edinburgh with my adult son soon and after advice on must do places to go and any restaurants/bars/pubs to go to. Arthur's Seat and the Castle are definitely on our list and we've booked a free walking tour. Places to eat - we're looking for anywhere a bit different but not overly expensive (but any recommendations would be appreciated) and the same with bars/pubs. And if there are any with music maybe for some evening entertainment.....Our accommodation is in the West End if it makes any difference but it's only a short walk from the centre. Many thanks.

I live in Edinburgh :)
I recommend any of the Bon Vivant restaurants - lady libertine is lovely and the devils advocate is super fun in a quirky location. Also recommend Bonnie and Wild for an easy lunch or dinner. Try to stop at The Dome for a cocktail too :)

Oooo I also second pp who recommends the surgery museum, loved it there

Surgeons museum, not surgery

• The National Museum is amazing.
• Visit Greyfriers Bobby statue and Kirk
• The Royal Yacht Britannia
• Museum of Childhood is also a lovely small museum
• The Dome is spectacular - nice to pop in for a drink even if you're not eating there.
• For great value French food with a relaxed atmosphere - Chez Jules is definitely worth a visit
• For a traditional Scottish pub, try Deacon Brodie's Tavern
• if you like Whisky, visit the Johnnie Walker Experience on Princes St

For inexpensive food on the Leith area:

Hungry Wolf (Georgian - just off Leith Walk)
Golden Ambal (South Indian - good Dosa)
Mirin (Japanese / ramen with a twist)
Ecosse Eclair (for sweet treats)

And if you feel like a more extravagant meal:

Duthchas - Scottish - 3 courses £55 / 6 £95

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Mariachi Mexican restaurant.

Thumbs up by teens and parents when we were in Edinburgh last Easter.

Love Edinburgh! There is the theatre an I enjoyed the underground ghost tours!

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