Secret Edinburgh - An Unusual Guide (Jonglez Secret Guides)

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We thought the museum would just be toys and dolls, and while there are a lot of toys, there are also items related to all aspects of childhood such as health, clothing, books, school, games, and home furnishings. There is also a dress-up area for children, some quirky illusion games, lots of miniatures, and a puppet theater. It seems to be higher than it is and it’s very close to Edinburgh train station, so it’s an accessible place you can easily visit any day. However, if you have the chance, it would be better to choose a sunny and dry day. James Mossman was a jeweler and goldsmith as well as the keeper of the Royal Mint for the Stuart royalty. He produced jewelry and coins and repaired crowns for the royals such as King James V and Mary Queen of Scots. John Knox was a significant Protestant religious reformer of the 16th century whose ideas clashed with those of Catholic Mary Queen of Scots, and Knox was a key figure in the Reformation in Scotland. Knox only lived in the house for a few months during the siege on Edinburgh Castle and it is believed that he died here, although the evidence is not conclusive.

At the front of the building is the bright and airy main lounge with adjoining bar area. It's a cosy space that benefits from a lot of light thanks to its large bay windows. It was particularly interesting for us to learn more about daily living conditions in Edinburgh in the past, typical trades (e.g., brewers, bookmakers, domestic servants), and the political reform movements in the city. Even if you don’t go inside the museum, it’s still worth contemplating this stunning building and reading the quotes inscribed on the floor.If you are visiting Edinburgh for the first time or have not had a lot of time to explore the city yet, I’d start with our 21 top things to do in Edinburgh post. There you’ll find information and photos of some of the top Edinburgh attractions as well information and tips about planning your trip to Edinburgh. There are so many more well-reviewed local restaurants out there to try during your visit that are located beyond the Royal Mile! Visitors may also want to book one of the local food tours available in Edinburgh for a sample of some of the best local food such as this one. Edinburgh Larder lamb dish scallops at the Tower Resturant French food at La Garrigue Drinking beyond Whisky The art gallery is typically open to the public 5 days a week, closed on Sundays and Monday. Admission to the gallery is free.

Alexander continued: "This is a social club. We have snooker competitions that run right through the year, darts competitions as well, and then there's the bowling and the golf, for which we have about five outings a year. Visiting the castle is for you if you enjoy panoramic city views, history and architecture. You can easily spend more than 2 hours inside as there are plenty of things to see. Not only the views, but you can access different rooms, like The Great Hall, inside the castle complex. Everything is within walking distance in Edinburgh, and the city is full of magical and mysterious closes and alleys, so I would only take public transport if I was going somewhere further like Edinburgh Zoo. I loved sitting on a bench and enjoying the views of Edinburgh’s Old Town. For me, it was one of the best views in the city. Visitors must be able to walk up stairs to enter and visit the museum. Entrance to museum is free, although donations are appreciated.Newhaven is a 20 minute walk from Leith, a 17 minute walk from Britannia, a few minute bus ride from Leith or Britannia, or a 30 minute bus ride from the Royal Mile. The castle is in ruins today, but you can still get a very good idea of what it would have looked liked in medieval times during a visit. The castle is maintained by Historic Scotland and has a small visitor center and toilets. There is good signage and paths and you can explore the remains of 5 floors. On a clear day, there are also nice views of Edinburgh from the tower.

The Colonnades is a beautiful 19th century library lined with fluted Corinthian columns and is part of The Signet Library located just off the Royal Mile. The Signet Library is owned and run by the WS Society, which is composed of a special group of Scottish lawyers known as Writers to the Signet. For those looking for something with traditional Scottish music and dancing, the Ghillie Dhu regularly has live traditional Scottish music and ceilidhs. These are a lot of fun and are popular with visitors and locals. The latest hot new area for shopping is the newly developed The Arches on East Market Street, which is a short walk from the Waverley Train Station. The business at The Arches are housed within 19 stone arches built in 1825 and feature independent retailers selling artisan clothing, home decor products, food, drinks, and art. Many of the city’s museum and attraction gift shops also sell some high-quality and unique souvenirs.The path leads you through the woods and along the way are a number of exhibits, garden areas, and land sculptures. The map gives you a description of each and the artist. Some are small and some are gigantic installations. They range from fun to interesting and thought-provoking to just plain strange! Temporary exhibits feature both local students as well as international artists. The architecture of the building is also significant as the gallery is part of the Old College of the University of Edinburgh which was designed byRobert Adamand completed byWilliam Henry Playfair. Here you’ll find a large Victorian fish market building dating to 1896, a small boat harbor, and a lighthouse built in 1869. Today the fish market building houses a fishmonger along with a couple of seafood restaurants. Commercial boat rides and charters are possible from Newhaven. Another great centrally-located secret garden named the Archivists’ Garden can be found by visiting the National Records of Scotland General Register House (2 Princes Street). Perhaps you’ll discover your own hidden garden! Chessel’s Court Dunbar’s Close garden reading in Archivists’ Garden City Art Centre