Edinburgh

[roving-eye]

off to Edinburgh soon has anybody been on the Royal Yacht at Leith? Is it worth the admission fee or shall we go somewhere else?

[gsgsgs]

off to Edinburgh soon has anybody been on the Royal Yacht at Leith? Is it worth the admission fee or shall we go somewhere else?

I went a couple of years ago and found it very interesting, I guess it depends on what you expect.

Well laid out, you go round in a self guided route wit an audio guide I thought it was OK value for money wise, If you can ignore the fact that so much opulence was lavished for a private holiday getaway.

[tom83]

If you are a fan of oriental food, go to Yes Sushi (not to be confused with Yo Shushi)

Its a 5 minute walk from the train station. Order the Hot Pot, its delicious. In fact it was so good, my wife and I went twice during our week trip.

[gazaprop]

Tour Bus day ticket is great with on board Guides each giving a different take on things - some recorded some live especially on the Vintage bus.

[daviebaby]

Tour Bus day ticket is great with on board Guides each giving a different take on things - some recorded some live especially on the Vintage bus.

I agree, its money well spent, walk the Golden mile, the Castle is a must, jump on the Bus to Leith and see Britannia (they also have a restaurant) Wrap up!

[torchwud]

depends if history and nostalgia ticks your box, its worth it if it does, but its not disneyland...interesting but thats all

[donegal]

Yes it's well worth the visit, awesome experience great value and you get a free ticket to return as many times valid for a year.
Try the cafe on board excellent Angus steak baquettes.
Get the bus opposite the balmoral hotel drops you at the Royal yacht only about £2 return.

[Littlestar123]

Royal yacht is interesting to see how the other half live.
Scottish parliament is worth a visit, free and can watch them in sitting.

[Littlestar123]

Real Mary's kings close is interesting too, tour of underground streets.
For food; drink and live music in an evening the grass market has plenty to choose from.