Things to do in Edinburgh (GB)
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Palace of Holyroodhouse (Historical)
Canongate Edinburgh EH8 8DX United KingdomPalace of Holyroodhouse is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Fridays.
The King's official residence in Edinburgh and the home of Scottish royal history. Open throughout the year, the Palace of Holyroodhouse stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile.
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Waverley Market (Shopping center)
3/48 Waverley Bridge Edinburgh EH1 1BQ United KingdomWaverley Market is most popular around 2 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 20 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.
Shop, drink & dine in the heart of Edinburgh at Waverley Market.
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St Giles' Cathedral (Church)
High St Edinburgh EH1 1RE United KingdomSt Giles' Cathedral is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.
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The Booking Office - JD Wetherspoon (Beer)
17 Waverley Bridge Edinburgh EH1 1BQ United KingdomThe Booking Office - JD Wetherspoon is most popular around 4 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 15 min to 1,5 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.
The pub is open for breakfast until 12 noon and offers free refills (all day every day) on tea and Lavazza coffee. For lunch and dinner, there are lighter bites, with deli deal options and vegetarian choices, gourmet burgers and freshly made pizzas. Wetherspoon has championed a wide range of drinks, including real ales, craft beers, gins and soft drinks. Table service is available via the Wetherspoon app, using our unlimited free Wi-Fi. This pub has step-free access.
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Makars Mash Bar (Restaurant)
9-12 Bank St Edinburgh EH1 2LN United KingdomMakars Mash Bar is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 1-2 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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Scott Monument (Monument)
E. Princes St Gardens Edinburgh EH2 2EJ United KingdomScott Monument is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay 15 min to 1 hr here. It's most quiet on Mondays.
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