Fun things to do in Edinburgh Castle (GB)

Edinburgh Castle is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 3 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Last entry 3.30pm. Tickets often sell out far in advance, especially over the summer months. Book your tickets online in advance for the best price and to guarantee entry. A mighty fortress, the defender of the nation and a world-famous visitor attraction that has dominated the skyline for centuries. The castle's powerful stone walls have endured many sieges and its sumptuous apartments were an important residence of Scottish kings and queens.

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Makars Mash Bar is most popular around 4 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 1.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

The world famous Makars Gourmet Mash Bar. Scottish Tradition comfort with vegetarian and vegan options in a cosy atmosphere. Winner of the TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice Awards 5 years running and awarded UK #1 for Everyday Eats in 2022 !

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Visitors usually stay 15 min to 1 hr here.

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Bread Meats Bread is most popular around 7 PM on Sundays. Visitors usually stay up to 1.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

American gourmet restaurant We offer quality, fresh food, that’s made in-house, using only the best local ingredients. Our food portions are very generous so pop round for a meal and you will not leave hungry. We are a family owned business where everyone is welcome and we will treat you as our house guest. No frills, no gimmicks, just a lot of honest & generous portions of quality food, freshly made in-house.

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Howies Restaurant is most popular around 7 PM on Thursdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Howies Victoria Street is in one of the most beautiful streets in Edinburgh. Inside you’ll find a bustling restaurant with friendly staff and cool surroundings. The lunch and dinner menus feature traditional Scottish dishes - including haggis, neeps and tatties, Cullen Skink - vegan and vegetarian options, fresh Scottish fish and game. We work with local suppliers on our Scottish, seasonal and seriously tasty menus.

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Visitors usually stay 2 hours here.

James Thomson’s The Witchery is the most spectacularly atmospheric dining destination in Edinburgh. Now in our 5th decade the stunning décor, legendary food and award-winning wine list have ensured The Witchery has become a much loved Edinburgh institution. Dine in the rich baroque surroundings of the original oak-panelled original dining room or among the elegant candle-lit charms of the Secret Garden.

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