Fun things to do in Edinburgh (GB)

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

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The Royal Yacht Britannia (Tourist destination)
Ocean Dr Leith Edinburgh EH6 6JJ United Kingdom
4.7

The Royal Yacht Britannia is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2.5 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

Tripadvisor's No.1 UK Attraction 2025. A great day out for all, explore the five decks of this top attraction in Edinburgh and discover the stories of the only palace with an anchor.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

St Giles' Cathedral (Church)
High St Edinburgh EH1 1RE United Kingdom
4.6

St Giles' Cathedral is most popular around 1 PM on Saturdays. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Waverley Market (Shopping center)
3/48 Waverley Bridge Edinburgh EH1 1BQ United Kingdom
4.0

Waverley Market is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 45 min here. It's most quiet on Tuesdays.

Shop, drink & dine in the heart of Edinburgh at Waverley Market.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

The Scotch Whisky Experience (Tourist destination)
354 Castlehill Edinburgh EH1 2NE United Kingdom
4.7

The Scotch Whisky Experience is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2 hours here. It's most quiet on Thursdays.

Online booking is available and is recommended.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

The Dome (Bar)
14 George St Edinburgh EH2 2PF United Kingdom
4.6

The Dome is most popular around 3 PM on Saturdays. Visitors usually stay up to 2 hours here. It's most quiet on Mondays.

The Dome in Edinburgh is an award-winning bar, restaurant, tea room, private dining, and event space located on George Street in the city centre. Renowned for its opulent interiors featuring Corinthian columns, grand chandeliers, and a stunning central dome, it offers a luxurious setting for every occasion.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

Makars Mash Bar (Restaurant)
9-12 Bank St Edinburgh EH1 2LN United Kingdom
4.8

Makars Mash Bar is most popular around 6 PM on Fridays. Visitors usually stay up to 1,5 hours here. It's most quiet on Wednesdays.

Scottish Traditional comfort food with vegetarian and vegan options in a cosy atmosphere with friendly service. All our food is cooked using traditional Scottish cooking methods. This means meats are cooked in Whisky, Red Wine Local Port Sherry and Craft beer. Some gravies also contain also contain wine & whisky for flavour. Alcohol burns off at 78c, so the alcohol is completely burnt off during cooking. Our meat is provided by local farmers/butchers and customs.

For more info visit the website or checkout Google Maps.

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