Escort City Guide for the English City Edinburgh
Located in Southwestern Scotland, Edinburgh is the capital city by the shore of the Frith of Forth in the scenic North Sea. The hilly capital is surrounded by lovely countryside and coast and is of great historical significance. The city of Glasgow, an hour's drive to the east provides even more cultural opportunities to explore.
Edinburgh Hotels for an escort date
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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh, The Caledonian
Enjoy an excellent location (near Princes and George Sts.) with views of the Edinburg Castle at the Caledonian, a former Victorian railway station. The hotel has the UK's only Guerlain spa and an onsite restaurant. All 241 rooms feature minibars, espresso makers, laptop-compatible safes and desks, and more. Choose from deluxe single and double rooms or suites.
- location_on Princes Street EH1 2AB, Edinburgh, UK
- phone +44 131 222 8888
- link waldorf-astoria-edinburgh-the-caledonian-hotel.hotel-dir.com
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Bonham Hotel
The Bonham Hotel is situated in a quiet crescent in Edinburg's posh West End. Huge bay windows and wood paneling retains the hotel's history and furnishings are bright velvets. The three former townhouses feature 49 rooms, some with garden views, and are complemented by amenities such as desks, safes, and designer toiletries. An onsite restaurant serves modern British cuisine.
- location_on E35 Drumsheugh Gardens Edinburgh EH3 7RN, UK
- phone +44 131 226 6050
- link thebonham.com
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Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel
The Kimpton Charlotte is a boutique hotel comprised of seven Georgian townhouses near upscale shopping on George Street. Guests can walk to many of the city's attractions. The spacious rooms feature heavy velvet curtains, tartan throws, and handmade mattresses. Relax in the onsite pool, spa, and garden bar. This hotel is pet-friendly.
- location_on 38 Charlotte Square Edinburgh EH2 4HQ, UK
- phone +44 131 240 5500
- link www.kimptoncharlottesquare.com
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Prestonfield House
Situated on 20 plush acres near Authur's seat, the Prestonfield House has the ambiance of a country estate. The service is superlative, and you can even book a helicopter ride since the property has its own landing pad. The decor is extravagant with leopard-patterned carpets, plush velvets, and old paintings. A taxi ride to the city center is only five minutes. All 23 rooms have plasma TVs and refrigerators, and there is an onsite restaurant.
- location_on Priestfield Rd Edinburgh EH16 5UT, UK
- phone +44 131 225 7800
- link www.prestonfield.com
Edinburgh Bars and Pubs
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The Last Drop
The Last Drop is a touristy bar built on what used to be Edinburgh's hanging grounds. But the atmosphere inside is now where near morbid. The menu includes a fine selection of beers along with Bristish craft gins and Scottish pub food like neeps and tatties.
You can watch soccer inside on two TVs or have drinks outdoors with castle views.
- 74-78 Grassmarket Edinburgh EH1 2JR, UK
- +44 131 225 4851
- www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk
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Bon Vivant
Bon Vivant is popular with the local intellectual set for drinks after work or out on dates. The decor is smart and stylish with Parisian flea market lamps, deep leather armchairs, and tabletop candles. Signature whiskey cocktails are served, and the wine list is extensive. The food menu includes sandwiches with potatoes sides, black haggis bonbons with tomato and chili jam, and cheddar cheese hushpuppies.
- 55 Thistle St Edinburgh EH2 1DY, UK
- +44 131 225 3275
- bonvivantedinburgh.co.uk
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Sheep's Heid
If you want to combine a little history with your night out on the town, the Sheep's Heid is the place to go. According to legend, Mary Queen of Scots was a patron here. Throughout the years, Queen Elizabeth II has paid a visit. Patrons today are locals and tourists hiking to Authur's seat. Plenty of knickknacks on display attest to the pub's history. Despite its old age, the drinks and menu are modern with a full range of beers, gins, and whiskies. The food is fancier than most pub foods with choices like crab, king prawn, lamb kofta, and chorizo linguini.
- 43-45 The Causeway Edinburgh EH15 3QA, UK
- +44 131 661 7974
- www.thesheepheidedinburgh.co.uk
Edinburgh Restaurants
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Timberyard
Located in a chic old warehouse, the Timberyard is excellent for fresh seasonal fare. The chefs focus on locally sourced ingredients and do their own foraging, pickling, and curing. The cuisine is simple with a Nordic twist, and the decor is Scandi-inspired. Try the caramelized pork belly with buttery cabbage or freshly-caught bass with mussels, sea beet, and vermouth. The red berry kombucha is a homemade surprise. Vegan and vegetarian menus are available.
- location_on 10 Lady Lawson St Edinburgh EH3 9DS, UK
- phone +44 131 221 1222
- link www.timberyard.co
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Edinburgh Food Studio
The Edinburgh Food Studio is both a restaurant and an adventure. Two long tables are set for dinner, and while patrons enjoy aperitifs, the chef explains the menu pointing out things like sea plantain from the East Lothian Shores or berries forged from a local garden. The owners often invite guest chefs from around the world. The restaurant also has a research hub that studies subjects like Scottish dairy deserts and Nordic influence on Scottish cuisine.
- location_on 158 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh EH16 5DX, UK
- phone +44 131 221 1222
- link teamkatushaalpecin.com
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Le Roi Fou
With a name that translates loosely as "The Mad King, the recently-opened Le Roi Fou features fine dining with a Gallic twist. The decor is simple and artsy with white tablecloths and gold accents. The head chef is Swiss-French and was recruited from London’s Les Trois Garçons. For starters, go with the Loch Fyne oysters from Argyll then follow with a delicious roasted Hebridean salmon smothered with a basil beurre blanc sauce.
- location_on Forth St Edinburgh EH1 3JX, UK
- phone +44 131 557 9346
- link www.squaremeal.co.uk/restaurants/le-roi-fou_11964
Edinburgh Cultural Attractions
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Edinburgh Castle
One of the UK's top attractions, Edinburgh Castle is a must-see. The castle was a royal residence up until the end of the 16th century and is where Mary Queen of Scots gave birth to James VI who was later crowned James I of Britain. Inside you'll get to see such marvels as the crown jewels called the Honours of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, and Mon Meg, the UK's most famous cannon. Don't miss the firing of the One O'clock Gun at 1 pm every day except Sunday. Be sure to take a camera to snap photos of the stunning views from the castle.
- Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK
- +44 131 225 4851
- www.edinburghcastle.scot
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Queen's Dr
Authur's Seat is an ancient volcano situated in the 640-acre Holyrood Park, a point of interest itself. The park is adjacent to Holyrood Palace and a short walk away from the Edinburgh Royal Mile. Authur's seat is the park's highest peak sitting at 251 meters above sea level. Holyrood Park is also the site of a well-preserved fort, one of four from about 2,000 years ago.
- Queen's Dr Edinburgh EH8 8HG, UK
- +0131 668 8600
- www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/holyrood-park/
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St. Mary's Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral is a stunning Neo-Gothic building situated on extensive grounds and will certainly impress your escort. Consecrated in 1879, it was designed by George Gilbert Scott. Still a working place of worship, it's an Episcopal Church with a Bishop overseeing the Edinburgh Diocese. Things of interest to see inside include the Paolozzi Window, a painting called the Presence, Rood Cross. You can attend the Sunday Eucharist at 8 am, the 10:30 am worship service, and the Choral Evensong at 3:30 pm.
- Palmerston Pl Edinburgh EH12 5AW, UK
- +44 (0)131 225 6293
- www.cathedral.net