Fun things to do in Edinburgh Castle (GB)

Best and most fun things to do in Edinburgh Castle : Follow the crowd or avoid the queues by visiting the most popular attractions during the quiet hours as indicated below.

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Howies Restaurant (Restaurant)
10-14 Victoria St Edinburgh EH1 2HG United Kingdom
4.4

Visitors usually stay 1.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

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.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Dirty Dick's Pub (Beer)
159 Rose St Edinburgh EH2 4LS United Kingdom
4.5

Dirty Dick's Pub is most popular around 5 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Dirty Dick's a maze of antiquaries with the whimsical whiff of hundreds of whiskies in the air... am I dreaming? Who cares.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Beehive Inn (Beer)
18-20 Grassmarket Edinburgh EH1 2JU United Kingdom
4.1

Beehive Inn is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

The Beehive Inn is an Edinburgh gem with over 400 years of history. Right in the shadows of Edinburgh Castle, the views are some of the best in the city. Plus Rabbie Burns was known to be a regular once upon a time – now that’s a slice of Edinburgh history. When the sun’s out, you can relax in our multi-level secret garden terrace with an outdoor bar. Our food menu is packed with pub classics ideal for family-friendly dining. Furry family members are welcome too in our dog-friendly pub.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Bella Italia - Edinburgh Hanover Street (Restaurant)
9 Hanover St Edinburgh EH2 2DL United Kingdom
4.0

Bella Italia - Edinburgh Hanover Street is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Youll find our Hanover Street branch in a stunning listed building, full of charm and character. Join us after a trip to Edinburgh Castle or a day at the cinema and enjoy a crispy classic pizza, piping hot bowl of pasta or a succulent grill in our spacious two storey restaurant, perfect for big parties! Treat yourself to a taste of Italy in the heart of the city, served up by our friendly staff.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant (Seafood restaurant)
61-65 Rose St Edinburgh EH2 2NH United Kingdom
4.4

Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant is most popular around 7 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 hours here. It's most quiet on Sundays.

Mussel Inn award-winning seafood restaurant in prominent city centre location. Perfectly suited for families, lunches and business lunches, dinners and celebrations. Excellent value for money and friendly service. The Mussel Inn menu features classic seafood dishes such as seafood chowder, king prawns, kilo pots of mussels, scallops, oysters, shellfish pasta, sea bass and much more.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

The Boozy Cow (Burger restaurant)
17 Frederick St Edinburgh EH2 2EY United Kingdom
4.3

The Boozy Cow is most popular around 6 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 45 min to 1.5 hr here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Funky bar serving up dirty food, crazy cocktails and honestly some pretty great chat. Swing by our underground bar and catch up on the good times.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

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