Introduction

Edinburgh has something for everyone.

There are great pubs, clubs and restaurants, theatres and cinemas, museums, galleries, parks, gardens, shops and sport centres.

And, of course, the world famous Edinburgh Festival.

Explore the city after dark - live music, comedy, theatre or just a night out with friends in a pub.

Find out more about the lively cultural life of the city from historic buildings to contemporary art.

Theatre. Jazz. Science. Books. Film. Television. Fashion. Art. You name it. We’ve got a festival for it.

Tapas, noodles, curry, sushi, chateaubriand. It’s not all haggis and shortbread you know.

Spectator or adrenalin junkie? Find out more about activities to do (or watch) in the capital.

From big name stores to unusual specialist shops, Edinburgh knows how to tempt your wallet.

Find a bit of the country in the city. The capital is full of parks, gardens and green spaces.

Get away from it all and discover some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery.

This article was published on Jul 7, 2009