A wee report on my week in Edinburgh
Mar 22nd, 2004, 01:00 PM
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A wee report on my week in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the perfect destination for a solo female treveler; it is safe and compact. It is a pretty city with friendly people and so much to see and do.
The weather was fine. I encountered rain only one time, an afternoon shower on my way home from the National Gallery.
I stayed at the B&B 16 Lynedoch Place (thanks, Ani) which is a beautiful home near Princes Street. It is very popular and rightly so. I plan to stay there the next time I visit Edinburgh.
I took a Guide Friday hop on-hop off bus because of the live guide rather than a recorded message. I made the complete round then got off at the castle where I spent the next four hours with an audio guide (highly recommended.)
Another favorite place was the Museum of Scotland and the adjoining Royal Museum. I arrived at the M. of Scotland just in time for a forty five minute overview tour led by a very interesting guide. There are several free tours offered during the day. I could spend days in these two museums! I ate lunch at the Tower Restaurant while I was there, expensive but good food and great service.
Some other things I enjoyed:
The walk from Dean to Stockbridge along the Water of Leith walkway. I spent several hours at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Inverlieth.
The bus ride to Leith where I visited the Royal Yacht Britannia.
The People's Museum and the Museum of Childhood on the Royal Mile.
St. Giles' Cathedral where I was fortunate to hear a lovely concert by a women's chorus from Regis College, Massachusetts.
The National Gallery in New Town.
Restaurants that I enjoyed were A Room in the West End, La Petite Folie and La Rusticana. I ate at Antipasti on the first night as it was near my B&B; the food was good but there is no ambiance.
A few pictures of my trip are on our web site:
http://homepage.mac.com/pj2592/PhotoAlbum34.html
I spent my last night near Gatwick as I had a fairly early flight the next day. I stayed at the Gable End Guest House in Horley and would recommend that as well.
I plan to return next year with my husband. I still have so much to see!
The weather was fine. I encountered rain only one time, an afternoon shower on my way home from the National Gallery.
I stayed at the B&B 16 Lynedoch Place (thanks, Ani) which is a beautiful home near Princes Street. It is very popular and rightly so. I plan to stay there the next time I visit Edinburgh.
I took a Guide Friday hop on-hop off bus because of the live guide rather than a recorded message. I made the complete round then got off at the castle where I spent the next four hours with an audio guide (highly recommended.)
Another favorite place was the Museum of Scotland and the adjoining Royal Museum. I arrived at the M. of Scotland just in time for a forty five minute overview tour led by a very interesting guide. There are several free tours offered during the day. I could spend days in these two museums! I ate lunch at the Tower Restaurant while I was there, expensive but good food and great service.
Some other things I enjoyed:
The walk from Dean to Stockbridge along the Water of Leith walkway. I spent several hours at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Inverlieth.
The bus ride to Leith where I visited the Royal Yacht Britannia.
The People's Museum and the Museum of Childhood on the Royal Mile.
St. Giles' Cathedral where I was fortunate to hear a lovely concert by a women's chorus from Regis College, Massachusetts.
The National Gallery in New Town.
Restaurants that I enjoyed were A Room in the West End, La Petite Folie and La Rusticana. I ate at Antipasti on the first night as it was near my B&B; the food was good but there is no ambiance.
A few pictures of my trip are on our web site:
http://homepage.mac.com/pj2592/PhotoAlbum34.html
I spent my last night near Gatwick as I had a fairly early flight the next day. I stayed at the Gable End Guest House in Horley and would recommend that as well.
I plan to return next year with my husband. I still have so much to see!
Mar 22nd, 2004, 02:48 PM
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Nice going Judi, next time I 'll go a travelin with you! Meant to write back to you, but too busy putting our house up for sale> Loved your pictures BTW, ALL of them, specially Alaska! I adored Edinburgh, glad you did too! Judy
Mar 22nd, 2004, 04:51 PM
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I have been to Edinburgh 3 times, all during the festivals in August. I love the place!
I do agree with your recommendation of The Museum of Scotland. Fabulous museum! I spent 3 hours there on my last trip and it wasn't nearly enough. I closed the place down and did not have time for the museum shop.
Thanks for the trip report!
I do agree with your recommendation of The Museum of Scotland. Fabulous museum! I spent 3 hours there on my last trip and it wasn't nearly enough. I closed the place down and did not have time for the museum shop.
Thanks for the trip report!
Mar 22nd, 2004, 06:03 PM
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really nice report Judi. Also good to know about 16 Lynedoch Place. I have kept that as a back up for when I can't get into Castle View. So far I've always been able to book far enough ahead to get into CV, but it is good to know Lynedoch Place is that nice if I need to try them.
Mar 22nd, 2004, 10:36 PM
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Hi Judi,
Great pictures. Brings back memories of our trip two years ago, and you pack so much in such a short time. I would love to return to see all we've missed. We spent a month, but only saw the middle, although the highlands were our favorite for the beautiful scenery.
Great pictures. Brings back memories of our trip two years ago, and you pack so much in such a short time. I would love to return to see all we've missed. We spent a month, but only saw the middle, although the highlands were our favorite for the beautiful scenery.
Mar 23rd, 2004, 11:43 AM
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Thanks for looking at my Edinburgh pics and for the kind words.
About the reviews of 16 Lynedoch Place on Tripadvisor: I saw every room and I thought they were all very nice. Not all rooms have a view, but what is there to view other than the sky to see what the weather is? Some people would complain if they were hanged with a new rope....
BTW, I do know how to spell traveler.
About the reviews of 16 Lynedoch Place on Tripadvisor: I saw every room and I thought they were all very nice. Not all rooms have a view, but what is there to view other than the sky to see what the weather is? Some people would complain if they were hanged with a new rope....
BTW, I do know how to spell traveler.
Mar 23rd, 2004, 03:39 PM
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Wow, I never knew Edinburgh had so much to offer.
Next time, I promise not to get so p*ssed in the pubs, I should've done that in Glasgow instead.
Did manage to make it to Greyfriar's Kirkyard though, with its surreal gothic atmosphere.
Its haunted. I wonder if that little dog ever saw any ghosts.
Next time, I promise not to get so p*ssed in the pubs, I should've done that in Glasgow instead.
Did manage to make it to Greyfriar's Kirkyard though, with its surreal gothic atmosphere.
Its haunted. I wonder if that little dog ever saw any ghosts.
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Eeek! I leave for Edinburgh in 2 months for my first time & I can't wait! Glad to hear about being safe, there's 2 of us girls going but still. I loved your pictures. I can't wait to take my own.
Glad you had a good time.
I loved your pictures. I can't wait to take my own.Glad you had a good time.
