Rainy Day in Edinburgh

Festival Theatre

National opera and ballet shows plus touring productions and comedy on Scotland's largest stage.

Stramash

Bi-level venue offering a variety of live music & sports events in a restored church.

Museum of Edinburgh

Reproductions of the city's social and industrial history in a cluster of fine historic buildings.

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions

Long-standing tower with 5 floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.

Ocean Terminal

Airy, contemporary, waterfront mall with mainstream stores, modern dining, cinema and soft play.

Pepe's

The Edinburgh Larder - Blackfriars Street

Relaxed cafe for artisan coffee, and local, seasonal produce for breakfast & lunch.

National Museum of Scotland

Bright, modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays & a cafe.

Usher Hall

Acclaimed auditorium hosting classical music, with occasional jazz, comedy and pop shows.

Bella Italia - Edinburgh Northbridge

Casual restaurant serving Italian pasta, pizza & grill dishes, with a special children's menu.

Waverley Market

Varied fashion, Scottish gifts and accessory stores in a 3-level mall with a fast-food court.

Hard Rock Cafe

Rock ’n’ roll-themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics.

The Witchery

Opulent landmark restaurant with lavish suites, an oak-panelled dining room & a seasonal terrace.

The Elephant House

JK Rowling wrote the Potter books over coffee and cake in this relaxed writer/reader-friendly cafe.

Fort Kinnaird

Sprawling shopping complex offering brand-name stores, restaurants & a multiplex cinema.

Oink Victoria Street

Simple joint serving Scottish hog roasts in a roll with sauces, with basic seating or take away.

Westfield St James Quarter

Contemporary shopping centre for major retail brands, plus a range of restaurants, bars & cafes.

Edinburgh Playhouse

Huge 3000-seater 1920s theatre venue for touring musicals, comedy, live bands and pantomime.

Whiski Rooms

Classic and modern Scottish cuisine served in refined bare-stone room with over 300 malts to sample.

Chaophraya Thai Restaurant

Creative Thai cuisine in a rooftop eatery with sleek modern looks and glass walls for castle views.