Must See Sights and Landmarks in Carlops Area

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Must See Sights and Landmarks in Carlops Area

Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
4.6 (64082 ratings)4.5 (44933 ratings)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG, United Kingdom
CastleSights & LandmarksHistorical landmark
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
4.6 (8857 ratings)4.5 (12230 ratings)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.
Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 2ND, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksScience MuseumsObservation Decks & Towers
Mentioned by 10Best
Great attractions to keep your kids entertained in Edinburgh
"Edinburgh's Camera Obscura (meaning "dark room") is a fascinating and delightful way to take advantage of the wonderful views of the city from Castle Hill. Located immediately beside Edinburgh Castle, this intriguing attraction is housed in a Victorian rooftop chamber at the apex of the Outlook Tower. Inside this mysterious room, you can see moving images of Edinburgh's panorama projected onto the walls by the giant periscope."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
2 Days in Edinburgh: The Perfect Itinerary for Your First Visit
"Camera Obscura and the World of Illusions Camera Obscura is located one block down the Royal Mile from the Edinburgh Castle. If you are visiting Edinburgh with kids, this is an awesome spot to visit. Six floors are filled with illusions, puzzles, and optical tricks."
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
30 Things to Do with Kids in Edinburgh in 2021
"First opening in 1835, this tourist attraction has been entertaining Edinburgh visitors for centuries. So it is certainly one of the best kids activities in Edinburgh. Today there are five floors of interactive optical illusions, where technology and magic meet."
St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
4.6 (7230 ratings)4.5 (5872 ratings)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.
High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Calton Hill
Calton Hill
4.7 (2428 ratings)4.5 (8262 ratings)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh, EH7 5AA, United Kingdom
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksLighthousesGeologic FormationsPoints of Interest & LandmarksLookouts
Mentioned by 10Best
Enjoy Wide Open Spaces, Flora and Fauna in Edinburgh's Parks
"Originally known as Caltoun or Caldoun Hill, Calton Hill offers one of the best and most iconic views of the city of Edinburgh. Granted to the people of Edinburgh by James II in 1456, the hill is now home to a bewildering number of buildings and monuments including the National Monument (an unfinished folly resembling the front of the Parthenon which is dedicated to those who died in the Napoleonic wars), Nelson's Monument (housing a time-ball mechanism by which ships used to set their chronometers), the Dugald Stewart Monument (a beautiful circular temple of nine columns dedicated to the Scottish philosopher), the Political Martyrs Monument, and the City Observatory (to name only a few). Recommended for Parks because: Calton Hill is home to some of the most famous Edinburgh monuments and offers some of the best views of the city."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
Edinburgh Itinerary 2 days: How to Make the Most of Your Time in Scotland
"***If you’re a morning person, grab a blanket, a thermos of hot chocolate, tea, or coffee, and enjoy the sunrise from Calton Hill. One of the most enchanting and TOTALLY free things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland. Obviously, if you hate mornings, you can watch the sunset instead, (just make sure you have clear skies, which are something of a rarity) but you’ll just have a bit more company."
Mentioned by The University of Edinburgh
Life in the city of Edinburgh
"Calton Hill is a mix of bustling commercial areas and quiet residential streets. The hill itself, with its city views, is home to the Collective contemporary art gallery and the unfinished National Monument. Calton Hill (World Heritage Site)"
Royal Yacht Britannia
Royal Yacht Britannia
4.6 (4392 ratings)4.5 (19843 ratings)
Large oceanic liner used by Britain's royal family on official state visits for more than 40 years.
Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksEvent venueShipsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by The Edinburgh Address
Indoor Family Activities - The Best Things to do in Edinburgh for Kids
"Take your children to Her Majesty’s floating residence and take a trip to The Royal Yacht Britannia!. Before you step aboard, view the 11 foot LEGO replica model of Britannia and learn about the history of Royal Yachts. Your kids will love walking on this stunning ship, listening to their own personalised audio guide, while seeing all fantastic five decks, the State Apartments, Crew’s Quarters and The Engine Room!"
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
Must see attractions in Edinburgh, Scotland
"Built on Clydeside, the former Royal Yacht Britannia was the British Royal Family's floating holiday home during their foreign travels from the time of her launch in 1953 until her decommissioning in 1997, and is..."
LOVE Gorgie Farm
LOVE Gorgie Farm
4.6 (749 ratings)4 (165 ratings)
51 Gorgie Rd, Edinburgh, EH11 2LA, United Kingdom
FarmSights & LandmarksZooNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
17 Free things to do in Edinburgh - Forever Edinburgh
"This free-to-enter attraction, LOVE Gorgie Farm brings a slice of countryside to the heart of the city. This unique outdoor resource is the best place in Edinburgh to learn about farming hands-on. Head along and meet all the animals including chickens, ducks, cattle, pigs, sheep and goats, and take in all the sights and smells of the herb and sensory garden."
New Lanark
New Lanark
4.6 (2967 ratings)4.5 (1031 ratings)
Cotton mill industrial heritage site and village, with a large roof garden offering panoramic views.
New Lanark Rd, Lanark, ML11 9DB, United Kingdom
Historical placeSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Glasgow
"Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, New Lanark was home to a social experiment at the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Robert Owen…"
The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel
4.5 (8685 ratings)4.5 (4836 ratings)
Innovative and unique rotating boat lift connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal.
Lime Rd, Falkirk, FK1 4RS, United Kingdom
Transportation infrastructureSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Scotland
"Completed in 2002, the Falkirk Wheel is a modern engineering marvel, a rotating boat lift that raises vessels 115ft from the Forth & Clyde Canal to the Union Canal. Boat trips depart from the lower basin (eight daily March to October, three daily in winter) and travel into the wheel, which delivers you to the Union Canal high above. Boats then go through Roughcastle Tunnel before the return descent on the wheel."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in The Central Highlands
"The only rotating boat lift in the world, the Falkirk Wheel links two major waterways, the Forth and Clyde Canal and the Union Canal,…"
Inchcolm
Inchcolm
4.9 (52 ratings)4.5 (874 ratings)
22-acre island in Firth of Forth with a visitor centre, medieval monastery & WWII ammunition tunnel.
United Kingdom
IslandSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Dean Cemetery
Dean Cemetery
4.7 (27 ratings)4.5 (21 ratings)
63 Dean Path, Edinburgh, EH4 3AT, United Kingdom
CemeterySights & LandmarksHistoric SitesMonuments & Statues
Mentioned by introducingedinburgh.com
Churches and Graveyards in Edinburgh - Religious places
"Dean Cemetery was inaugurated in 1846 and belongs to a beautiful hamlet located very near the city centre called Dean Village. It is one of the most remarkable cemeteries in Edinburgh and if it weren’t for the gravestones it could pass as a tranquil park full of trees."

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Carlops

Söderberg Bakery Shop
Söderberg Bakery Shop
4.4 (193 ratings)
45 Broughton St, Edinburgh, EH1 3JU, United Kingdom
BakeryIce cream shop
Missy's
Missy's
4.9 (13 ratings)
34 Buccleuch St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9LP, United Kingdom
BakeryArt galleryCoffee store
Bibi's Bakery
Bibi's Bakery
4.5 (171 ratings)
Custom cakes, macarons and cupcakes are available from this artisanal sweet bakery.
37 Hanover St, Edinburgh, EH2 2PJ, United Kingdom
BakeryCake shop

Best Gelato in Carlops

Di Rollo Of Musselburgh
Di Rollo Of Musselburgh
4.5 (11 ratings)
14 South St, Musselburgh, EH21 6AT, United Kingdom
ManufacturerIce cream shop
Crolla's Gelateria Leith
Crolla's Gelateria Leith
4.1 (178 ratings)
1, The Shore, Coalhill, Edinburgh EH6 6RH, United Kingdom
Ice cream shopCake shopChocolate artisanCoffee roastersCoffee shopSandwich shop
S Luca
S Luca
4.5 (827 ratings)
Snacks, panini and light meals served in informal Italian cafe, famous for the family ice-cream.
16 Morningside Rd, Edinburgh, EH10 4DB, United Kingdom
Ice cream shopCafe
Mentioned by edinburghlive
Five of the top places for seriously delicious ice cream in Edinburgh
"Luca's Ice Cream parlour in Morningside couldn't be better placed, with Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows just a short walk away. Stop by their retro style parlour after some sunbathing or grab a cone to go, with a delicious selection of ice creams and sorbet - they even have a patriotic Irn Bru sorbet. While you're there, you can pick up your favourite tub of Luca's ice cream for later, which are sold in store."
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Ice Cream Shops In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"Luca Dairy Ice Cream (@lucasicecream) on Mar 8, 2019 at 5:31am PST. With a heritage dating as far back as the 1890’s it’s no wonder this family named ice-cream makes our best of list. When Luca Scappaticcio left Italy, and arrived in Scotland he brought with him the knowledge and fine art of making ice-cream to perfection and his family has continued to do so ever since."

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Carlops

Bento Asian Food Bar
Bento Asian Food Bar
4.2 (300 ratings)
Funky Asian cafe specializing in sushi, bento boxes & dim sum plates, with takeout & delivery.
52 South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1LL, United Kingdom
Asian restaurantBubble tea storeDim sum restaurantJapanese restaurantTakeout RestaurantSushi restaurantTea house
Yes Sushi
Yes Sushi
4 (716 ratings)
Buzzy, cosy restaurant with creative decor serving an all you can eat sushi buffet and hot pot.
89 Hanover St, Edinburgh, EH2 1EE, United Kingdom
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by Ashley Wanders
Edinburgh Eats: My Favourite Sushi Restaurants
"A few of my favourite dishes at Yes Sushi are the prawn dumplings, salmon skin roll, and their hot pot -which is reason enough to visit. Choose your broth, noodles, veggies, seafood, and meat (all of which are served uncooked), drop them into the boiling pot, and watch them cook in front of you. It’s £17.99 per person, and also includes all-you-can-eat sushi (from a limited menu), which is a bargain in Edinburgh."
Mentioned by inews.co.uk
10 of the best cheap eats in Edinburgh
"Notoriously expensive sushi is made more affordable at Hanover Street’s Yes Sushi, thanks to their bento box options. The perfect size for one, each box costs around £10 and contain enough delicious Japanese delights to fill you up. Each box is different, so diners can choose a few favourites from the likes of teriyaki tofu, tempura prawns, maki rolls, fresh sashimi and nigiri."
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Sushi Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by Martina (@maartinamar) on Jun 8, 2017 at 10:32am PDT. Always buzzing with happy customers, this lively joint in Edinburgh’s New Town is famous for its comforting hot pots and for its all you can eat sushi buffet. When enjoying the all you can eat buffet, you can choose either sushi by itself, or a sushi and hotpot combo for a little extra."
Bonsai Bar Bistro
Bonsai Bar Bistro
4.5 (375 ratings)
Informal modern Japanese dining room serving stylish sushi, teppanyaki, miso and salads.
46 W Richmond St, Edinburgh, EH8 9DZ, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by hiddenedinburgh.net
Best Sushi Restaurants In Edinburgh - Hidden Edinburgh
"A post shared by edibledinburgh🍴 (@edibledinburgh) on Feb 23, 2016 at 6:19am PST. Though its name is ‘Bonsai’, this restaurant’s menu is anything but small!. It offers dumplings, soups, rice, sushi, and more – with pickles and other sides galore."
Mentioned by Ashley Wanders
Edinburgh Eats: My Favourite Sushi Restaurants
"Bonsai is a great spot for an inexpensive lunch, with cheap bento box and sushi deals on offer everyday. Their hand rolls are particularly tasty, especially the spicy tuna. And their green tea creme brûlée is the perfect post-sushi dessert."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Carlops

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