To apply, you would need referrals from two existing members. Then, having met that criteria, the decision would go to a committee, who would carefully consider your application. Not many people know about this magical place, and I didn’t see many tourists around, so you definitely need to add it to your list.

During my visit to the castle, I didn’t experience many queues to enter some of the rooms. However, this might be different now. The only place I had to queue was to see St Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh. But I must admit that I didn’t find it special since it’s a tiny room. In what is likely the most picturesque area of the city, Dean Village is a beautiful place to go if you love history, photography, or simply want to find a quiet space to relax, away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life. My favourite part of the castle is The Royal Palace Square, where you can take great pictures and explore the different parts of the castle and I also loved getting a view of the esplanade from the side of the cannons. As you can tell, the gardens are special, so many events are held here. For example, the famous Edinburgh Christmas Market and the three-day Hogmanay (new year’s celebrations) take place on the east side of the gardens.

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I loved sitting on a bench and enjoying the views of Edinburgh’s Old Town. For me, it was one of the best views in the city. If you make a reservation here, come hungry as the afternoon tea includes an amuse-bouche, a 3-tiered tray of savories, a 3-tiered tray of sweets, a sorbet, and of course unlimited tea of your choice! I chose a Darjeeling tea and Laurence a smoky Russian Caravan; teas served are from the Scotland based The Wee Tea Company. Open from Monday to Friday and dedicated to the study of financial history, the Library of Mistakes was set up to document all of the economic mistakes experts made in both 1929, and then again in 2008. Number 2 Wellington Place (in Leith) may not sound or look very important but it is actually the place where Irvine Welsh wrote his smash hit book Trainspotting – that cult classic film that’s as gritty as they come! If you’re an Irvine Welsh fan you’re bound to love this stop…

Ok, so Jupiter Artland is technically just outside of Edinburgh in the small village ofWilkieston. But it is worth the visit if you enjoy contemporary art and nature. It is situated about 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh just off the A71.

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Many visitors explore some of the covered streets or hidden underground passages while in Edinburgh. The Real Mary King’s Close tour is a very popular one we talked about in our earlier post about top Edinburgh attractions, but Gilmerton Cove is an even more mysterious underground place to explore. St Columba, who banished the Loch Ness monster, represents the Gaels. St Ninian, represents the Anglo Saxon. St Magnus of Orkney, who took refuge in Scotland after refusing to take part in a Viking raid, represents his Viking blood. And the Picts are represented by St Kentigern, aka St Mungo, a missionary who became patron saint of Glasgow.

At the end of the visit, there is a dress-up room for children and free coffee and biscuit samples. Note that the ground floor is now mainly a gift shop and the place is quite small as you only have access to 2 floors, and a visit here takes only about 30-45 minutes. I think many people expect the visit to be much longer given the building itself is 6 stories tall. The only downside for me is, of course, the weather. I stayed in Edinburgh for four days in the last week of August, and it rained a lot. James Mossman was a jeweler and goldsmith as well as the keeper of the Royal Mint for the Stuart royalty. He produced jewelry and coins and repaired crowns for the royals such as King James V and Mary Queen of Scots. John Knox was a significant Protestant religious reformer of the 16th century whose ideas clashed with those of Catholic Mary Queen of Scots, and Knox was a key figure in the Reformation in Scotland. Knox only lived in the house for a few months during the siege on Edinburgh Castle and it is believed that he died here, although the evidence is not conclusive. The Writer’s Museum building is beautiful, and inside, you can learn about the lives of three notable Scottish writers – Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. There’s more of secret Edinburgh to discover, though, and I look forward to getting off the beaten path again on my next visit. If I can tear myself away from the main attractions again, that is.Stewart’s Brewingis based about 6 miles outside Edinburgh and is another local favorite if you like beers, and they also do brewery tours. Another interesting place for drinks if you like gin is The Sheraton’s One Square bar and gin terrace. This is a great Edinburgh attraction for both locals and visitors. There are some great views of the city from around the pond and the park is a perfect place to get away from crowds or let children run around and burn off energy. The Museum on the Mound is one of those attractions that people often just stumble upon rather than one they plan to visit. Located in thehistoric Bank of Scotland Head Office which also currently serves as the Scottish headquarters for Lloyds Banking Group, this museum explores the banking history in Scotland, the history of money, the need for life insurance, and how the work and leisure of the British have changed over the centuries. Stretching from the capital all the way to Glasgow via The Kelpies in Falkirk, this waterway is a lesser-known thing to do in Edinburgh!

Craigmillar Castle is about 3 miles southeast the city center and can be reached by public transit from central Edinburgh with a 10-15 minute walk from the closest bus stops. It can also be reached by a 15 to 20 minute drive or taxi ride. In the estuary nearby, the most important Roman find ever found in Britain was discovered in the form of the Cramond Lioness. The quaint village of Cramond itself is just metres from Cramond Beach, on the edge of the mainland. Just outside the village centre, Cramond Falls is Edinburgh’s (albeit small) answer to Niagra Falls! Since then, the 73-year-old club, which is looking to increase its number of members by relaxing the strict policies of yesteryear, has been the talk of the toon and is creating a real buzz on social media. The doorway that leads to the roof terrace is a little hard to find but if you do you will get to enjoy some of the best views of the city and even grab a bite to eat too. 5.) Edinburgh’s underground town Craigmillar Castle is best known for its connections to royal visits and intrigues, particularly that of Mary, Queen of Scots who is believed to have stayed at the castle twice. The area near Craigmillar is still called Little France because of the large French entourage that arrived with Mary, Queen of Scots.Edinburgh is full of well-known and much-loved eateries and bars, whether it's brunch at Montpelliers, queuing out the door for Ting Thai Caravan or watching the rugby with a pint at the Three Sisters. Gilmerton Cove opened to the public in 2003 and is a series of hand carved underground passageways and chambers. No one actually knows the origins of these underground passages or why exactly they were carved. He is said to have arrived in San Diego as a stowaway pup and was adopted by Ah Wo Sue, a Chinese fisherman around 1886-1898.