Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG
Perched on an extinct volcano, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol and part of Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site. Its story is Scotland's story.
A proud and majestic symbol of Scotland, famous the world over. Unmissable highlights of Edinburgh Castle’s wealth of treasures are the crown jewels, The Honours of Scotland, which are amongst the oldest in Europe and The Stone of Destiny. The Great Hall has a striking arms and armour display. Also off Crown Square is the Royal Palace including the birthing chamber where Mary Queen of Scots gave birth. Don’t miss St Margaret’s Chapel, Edinburgh’s oldest building. The Scottish National War Memorial, a moving experience, is the shrine to those who gave their lives in conflict.
Estimated Visit Duration - 2-3 Hours
Merchants Restaurant
17 Merchant Street (off Candlemaker Row), Edinburgh EH1 2QD
Nestling in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town and only a stone's throw away from historic Greyfriar's Churchyard and the Grassmarket, Merchants is one of the City's most established and popular restaurants. Here you'll find, as many have before, Classic Scottish fare presented with flair and imagination; prepared with the freshest produce.