Edinburgh attractions and things to do (merged)

alison74

maggiesoup wrote: »

She's a visiting German 16 yr old. Want to shift her from sitting in front of TV/Computer....Any advice?

alison74

More Edinburgh information http://www.couchsurfing.com/wiki/Edinburgh

including a poor persons guide to 24 hours in Edinburgh translated to 'money saving'

susan107

There is a wonderful Italian restaurant in Leith Walk called Vittorio's - you do need to book in advance

Rowan9

Vittorio's - We've been several times - really good food and great atmosphere.

pogofish

Just a quick mention for the Beltane Fire Festival - Held annually on the 30th of April. Its not free but at £5.50, it is very good value for one of the more dramatic & unusual evenings you can see in that city.

http://www.beltane.org/

alison74

Updated things to do page - HERE

alison74

Musical walking tour of Edinburgh - www.oortours.com and I've put a review here

alison74

Hire a car and do a day trip around Perthshire and see the countryside, I've posted a review HERE

manutd99

Are they still doing the free 3 hour tour this year where you meet outside starbucks?
Anyone been? what was it like?

Going next week for 2 days so looking for ideas with 3 year old.

annettemc

If the weather is nice you can always head for the beach at Portobello (using local bus service) There are usually activities on the beach like volleyball or sand sculpting etc. Portobello swimming pool is also in front of the beach and there are plenty of cafes along the High Street or Hotel/Pubs along the front with play areas. If the weather is not so good they have indoor bowling at the leisure centre.

Check out the Edinburgh Evening News "Whats on in Edinburgh" for lots of other family days out and activities in Leith and surrounding areas. Leith Links,Pilrig Park,Dalmeny St Park.... or get the bus out to Crammond and walk over to Crammond Island......:D