The Uk leg day 22 – Edinburgh Part II

We spent almost the whole day walking today. This started with a guided walking tour of the old city.

Graeme the tour guide

We spent two very enjoyable hours under the guidance of Graeme touring the various parts of this old walled city.

3ft wide streets of the 18th century
Entrance to the camera obscurer
Looking good
Up at the castle at the top of Royal Mile
The 26th version of the original castle
The famous Maggie who survived a hanging
Edinburgh cathedral dating back to 15th century
Holyrood Palace at the bottom of the Royal Mile

After finishing the walking tour we continued the theme by hiking up Arthur’s Seat to enjoy the magnificent views from the top of the former volcano.

Climbing up Arthur Seat
Great views from the top of Arthur’s seat
Check out the views from the top
The sun is out again in Holyrood Park
Michelle in front of Holyrood Palace

After a short coffee break, we continued with a day of walking and headed out west of Princes Street, via Princes Park, which is currently themed with a Xmas light-show.

Walking through the Princes Park
Xmas lights in St James’s

At the end of our walk-a-thon we headed to St James and a glass of vino at Bonnie & Wild the local food market. A must visit if you’re ever visiting.

On the way back to our hotel we can across the best Xmas themed dog. I don’t think you can question his level of commitment!!

Getting into the Xmas spirit

The day was finished with a visit to Piggs, a local Spanish tapas bar near our hotel which offered a great selection of cheese, meat & potato + vino to help bring our enjoyable day to a close.

It’s tapas time

Just wanted to finish with yet another photo of a Xmas themed George St restaurant which has gone all out on the lighting front. Looks amazing!

Last photo of Xmas lights on George Street


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