Whether you’re visiting for a family holiday, girls trip or romantic getaway, experience our home city, Edinburgh like a local. Here’s a curation of our favourite businesses and hotspots to visit around the city.
Shopping
Treen, 2-4 St Stephen Place
Stylish fashion retailer Treen is nestled in the beautiful area of Stockbridge. Their founder Cat carefully hand picks a selection of brands that all have a positive impact on the environment. From recycled materials to ethical production, you’re sure to upgrade your wardrobe with the planet in mind.
Strathberry, 3 Multrees Walk
Edinburgh-based international luxury leather goods brand Strathberry has been worn by A-listers including The Princess of Wales, Lady Gaga and Heidi Klum. Strathberry’s bags have a ‘quiet luxury’ feel at an accessible and honest price point. You can shop their range at their store on Multrees Walk.
ALC, 61 Thistle Street
Our neighbours ALC are a fashion boutique dedicated to all things denim. With different cuts, washes and weights to suit every season, their founder Adele will be sure to help you find your forever pair of jeans.
Stay
Market Street Hotel, 6 Market Street
Perched between Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town, Market Street Hotel offers rooms that are “smart, simple and sexy” as described by The Telegraph. Enjoy skyline views of the city from their rooftop champagne lounge, Nor’ Loft.
Gleneagles Townhouse, 39 St Andrew Square
This lavish 5-star hotel hotel located on St Andrews Square boasts luxurious interiors over their guestrooms and all-day restaurant and bar, The Spence. Walking distance from most of Edinburgh’s hotspots, this hotel is a must-do for an extravagant city stay.
The Scotsman, 20 North Bridge
Originally built in 1905, The Scotsman hotel offers timeless elegance in the centre of the city. Their gorgeous in-house vintage boutique cinema, The Picturehouse, is a must-do for a luxury take on the big screen experience.
Eat
Tipo, 110 Hanover Street
A true gem in the New Town area of Edinburgh. Expect homemade pastas, cured meats and soft serve ice cream in relaxed and comforting interiors. Tipo’s team are friendly and attentive earning them a Bib Gourmand from the esteemed Michelin Guide.
Paz, 64 Thistle Street
Opened at the end of 2023, Paz brings some exciting, experimental flavours on traditional Mexican food. The team at Laura Bond are huge fans of their spicy margarita cocktails and tacos for a tasty after-work treat.
The Palmerston, 1 Palmerston Place
Whether you’re looking for a morning pastry and coffee or delicious evening meal, The Palmerston is a great choice. Truly passionate about celebrating local ingredients in their dishes, eat out at this cosy neighbourhood joint knowing local farmers, growers and fisherman are at front of mind.
Do
Laura Bond Piercing Parlour, 52 Thistle Street
Hailed as the UK’s prettiest piercing parlour, getting a luxury piercing at Laura Bond is the perfect way to remember your trip to Edinburgh forever. The gorgeous boutique has a vast selection of dainty, feminine solid gold piercing jewellery for you to choose from - no waiting around for your piercings to heal to swap them out for something pretty. Their team of experienced piercers and stylists are always on hand to help you design the ear stack of your dreams.
Le Labo, 46a George Street
Toni and her team at this cool basement perfumery on George Street will help you select a gorgeous new fragrance crafted from the finest raw ingredients. They’ll even help you personalise your new bottle with a message of your choice.
Coffee
The Cobbled Roastery, 48 Thistle Street
You can always expect a warm welcome and delicious coffee at this micro roastery in the heart of the New Town area. Start your morning right and enjoy coffee beans roasted from all over the world and a tasty pastry while playing a game of chess.