Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Ormiston

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Ormiston

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
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"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 Festivals
Attractions
"Swap noses and heads, walk through a tunnel of never-ending stars and capture your own shadow on camera. Free rooftop telescopes. Enter a world of illusions where seeing is definitely not believing!"
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 Citybase Apartments
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"Located just behind the Scottish Parliament Building, Calton Hill is part of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. The views from the top of this hill are usually the panoramic views you see of Edinburgh. Several of the monuments we have mentioned above will be found here including the National Monument (which resembles an Athenian acropolis), Nelson Monument, Dugald Stewart Monument, Robert Burns Monument and the Greek-inspired Old City Observatory, which also holds free exhibitions."
Mentioned by Finding the Universe
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"One of the most iconic views from Edinburgh is from atop Calton Hill, looking across Princes Street towards the castle, and placing the Dugald Stewart Monument in the foreground of your frame. This is a really lovely composition, and this image is often used to represent Edinburgh in photos around the world. You can shoot this particular shot either with a wide angle, or you can back up a bit and use a longer lens to compress the different elements together."
Mentioned by solosophie
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"Located on the end of Princes Street, Calton Hill offers one of the best panoramic views of Edinburgh. Best-seen at sunset or sunrise when candy colours dance across the sky, highlights of Calton Hill include plenty of monuments and follies which commemorate various achievements of former residents from over the years. On a warm summer’s day, this green space is the ideal place not only to snap photos, but to enjoy a picnic among friends!"
Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens
4.6 (21567 ratings)4.5 (6817 ratings)
Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.
Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"The Princess Street Gardens sit at the feet of Edinburgh Castle in the valley between the old city and the new city. Nor Loch once occupied the space, but the city began draining it in the 1770s, finishing in 1820. Wide paved paths lead throughout the park for full accessibility, roaming across fields of wildflowers, through wooded areas, and over streams and the railroad that divides the east and west sections of the park."
Mentioned by Connor Mollison Photography
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"The gardens serve as a large public park that runs parallel to Princes Street, divided into east and west by the castle’s mound. Before it was the garden grounds, it was the Nor Loch defensive lake. The Nor Loch sat before the castle until the 18th century."
Mentioned by cityexplorerstours.com
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"Located between Princes Street and the Old Town, these gardens are a beautiful place to enjoy, and easily accessible from the city centre."
St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral
4.6 (928 ratings)4.5 (297 ratings)
Gothic, 19th-century Episcopal cathedral that towers over the city and offers daily choral services.
Palmerston Pl, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by world-guides.com
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"Address: 28 Manor Place / Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW, Scotland, UK Tel: +44 (0)131 225 6293 Designed by George Gilbert Scott, the Cathedral Church of St. Mary the Virgin is located on the western side of the city centre. Construction of the cathedral began in 1874 and whilst the nave was opened just five years later, the twin spires on its western side were not actually completed until 1917. Highlights include impressive neo-Gothic architecture, well-preserved stained-glass windows, murals and an outstanding art collection, as well as daily choral services."
Mentioned by reserveapartments.co.uk
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"St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral is a short walk from Princes Street towards Haymarket. Its spires are visible from most places in Edinburgh, especially looking west from Princes Street. Not only does this cathedral offer a place of stillness in the bustling Scottish capital, there are also opportunities such as learning to be a stonemason in the Cathedral Workshop or a Cathedral Chorister at St Mary’s Music School."
Holyrood Abbey
Holyrood Abbey
4.6 (327 ratings)4.5 (1057 ratings)
Abbey in a spectacular setting, with free tours by wardens clad in ancient hunting Stewart tartan.
Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX, United Kingdom
AbbeySights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"The abbey was later used partially as a royal residence, and as a location for the Scottish Parliament from the 13th to the 15th centuries. The abbey has seen a large chunk of Scottish history, politics and culture, including the end of the First War of Scottish Independence, and the birth and coronation of kings. The remains still show beautiful and impressive original architecture which have inspired numerous painters and writers."
Edinburgh Station
Edinburgh Station
4.3 (867 ratings)4 (117 ratings)
Serving as Edinburgh's main railway station, this bustling historic hub offers shops & eateries.
Princes St, Edinburgh, EH1 1BB, United Kingdom
Train stationSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by qmile.com
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"Edinburgh Waverley is the perfect blend of old and new, with areas dating back to the 1800s and other sections being constantly expanded, developed and changed. Travellers are welcomed to Scotland’s capital with stunning arches, and can walk out straight onto Princes Street beneath a glass ceiling which offers a perfect view of the Edinburgh sky. As well as being the primary link between Edinburgh and the rest of the UK, the station is also one of several links between the Old Town and the New Town — bringing people together in many different ways."
Rosslyn Chapel
Rosslyn Chapel
4.7 (4998 ratings)4.5 (3090 ratings)
Intricately carved chapel built in 1446, featured in The Da Vinci Code movie, with history talks.
Chapel Loan, Roslin, EH25 9PU, United Kingdom
ChapelSights & LandmarksChurchHistorical landmarkPlace of worshipVisitor centerChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Scotland
"Many years may have passed since Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code and the subsequent film came out, but floods of visitors still descend on Scotland's most beautiful and enigmatic church – Rosslyn Chapel. Built in the mid-15th century for Sir William St Clair, third prince of Orkney, its ornately carved interior – at odds with the architectural fashion of its time – is a monument to the mason's art, rich in symbolic imagery. Hourly talks by qualified guides are included with admission."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
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"Roslin: Best known for being the home of Rosslyn Chapel, the church featured in Dan Brown’s ‘The Da Vinci Code,’ Roslin is a pretty village with plenty to see. Of course, there’s the ancient and ornate Chapel to visit, but there’s also castle ruins and a delightful tea room to enjoy a hot brew in."
Mentioned by England itinerary
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"On Day 2, venture outside of the capital to see some of Scotland’s other historic sites, such as Rosslyn Chapel (a fifteenth-century chapel that is also one of the settings in The Da Vinci Code). Overnight in Edinburgh."
Gilmerton Cove
Gilmerton Cove
4.6 (155 ratings)4.5 (710 ratings)
Appointment-only exploration of mysterious, hand-carved tunnels and caverns, with a visitor centre.
16 Drum St, Gilmerton, Edinburgh EH17 8QH, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Ormiston

Southpour
Southpour
4.2 (764 ratings)
Hip locale for elevated pub grub, craft beer & cocktails plus live acoustic music performances.
1-5 Newington Rd, Newington, Edinburgh EH9 1QR, United Kingdom
GastropubCafeRestaurant
Mentioned by Grumpy Camel
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"Tucked away in the student centred neighbourhood of Newington, Southpour stole my heart the minute I walked in. Exposed brick walls, chevron tilework, bouquets of thistle, and twinkling fairy lights all contribute to an elegant aesthetic without ever trying too hard. You’ll find Scottish classics like kippers, haggis, and scotch eggs as well as your classic burgers and sandwiches."
Jacques Café
Jacques Café
3.6 (111 ratings)
6 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2HS, United Kingdom
Cafe
Dovecot Cafe/ Pinks at Dovecot
Dovecot Cafe/ Pinks at Dovecot
4.4 (102 ratings)
Sleek, local cafe with bright, white decor serving artisan coffee, sandwiches, salads and cakes.
Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary St, Edinburgh EH1 1LT, United Kingdom
Cafe
Mentioned by Time Out Edinburgh
The best coffee shops and cafés in Edinburgh
"Set alongside tapestry arts space Dovecot Studios in Infirmary Street, this stylish little café has rightly accrued a merry gang of loyal followers. Dovecot devotees don’t muck about, and head straight for a cup of the well-brewed Artisan Roast espresso – a popular staple."

Best Family Restaurants in Ormiston

Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant
Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant
4.4 (1816 ratings)
Lively, informal seafood bistro with a quick lunch menu, kid's portions and pre-theatre deals.
61-65 Rose St, Edinburgh, EH2 2NH, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurantFamily restaurantFish and seafood restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Edinburgh
Edinburgh's best seafood restaurants
"Cheerful, bustling, simply decorated with IKEA-style furniture and sitting in the pedestrian precinct of Rose Street, Mussel Inn does no more nor no less than it claims. There are starters like chowder, fishcakes, oysters, scallops or whitebait; mains such as spiced crab pasta, fish stew or sea bass. The speciality of course is mussels in half kilo or kilo pots which you can have completely unadorned, or in classic moules marinière style, they can come with blue cheese, bacon and cream, plus there are more options."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Seafood Restaurants In Edinburgh
"What you see is what you get with the Mussel Inn — excellent seafood and impeccable service in a brilliant relaxed setting. Besides, the maritime feel could never get old. This beauty is conveniently located on Rose Street (just off Princes Street) and makes for the perfect pit stop in between the hustle and bustle of everyday city life."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"If you’re a sucker for seafood, this is the must-visit restaurant for you. The grilled Queen scallops, paired with black pudding, viola flowers and a yellow bell pepper dressing are priced at a reasonable £6.90 and the menu also contains a number of classic seafood dishes which means you really can’t go wrong."
The Robin's Nest
The Robin's Nest
4 (471 ratings)
Everyday pub fare served in a warm, down-to-earth environment with a pool table & beer on tap.
393 Gilmerton Rd, Edinburgh, EH17 7PX, United Kingdom
Bar & grillBarFamily restaurantPubRestaurant
Beijing Banquet
Beijing Banquet
4.3 (1309 ratings)
All-you-can-eat family-run Chinese dining in a smart and spacious contemporary venue.
17 Maulsford Ave, Danderhall, Edinburgh EH22 1PJ, United Kingdom
Chinese restaurantBuffet restaurantFamily restaurant

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Ormiston

Plant Bae
Plant Bae
4.6 (21 ratings)
16 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5JZ, United Kingdom
CafeVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Vegan Edinburgh
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"Covid-19 alert: Currently closed and focussing on cookies and cake to order. Opening a new café in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic was always going to be a risky gambit, but the folks behind Grams seemed to have pulled it off with their latest venture: Plant Bae. With Grams now moving to Stockbridge, Plant Bae has settled into its big brother’s old digs opposite Haymarket Station."
Howies Restaurant
Howies Restaurant
4.4 (1202 ratings)
Seasonal local produce served in bright, grand Georgian hall with set lunch and early dinner deals.
29 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh, EH1 3BQ, United Kingdom
Scottish restaurantCafeEvent venueLunch restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
David Bann Restaurant
David Bann Restaurant
4.6 (899 ratings)
Creative, eclectic vegetarian cuisine served in warm, maroon decor with group menu and vegan dishes.
56-58 St Mary's St, Edinburgh, EH1 1SX, United Kingdom
Vegetarian restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Ormiston

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