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About Emoor
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I have been traveling almost annually in England or Scotland as a tourist for the last 25 years, so I know quite a bit about train travel, car rental, B&Bs, tourist discounts, standard tourist sites, good places to eat, pubs, prices, and things to do off

 
   

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Britain/United Kingdom/England - Edinburgh, Scotland


Expert: Emoor - 1/11/2005

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My husband and I are thinking of taking a day trip from London to Edinburgh when we visit this spring.  Can you recommend attractions in Edinburgh and a few places to stay overnight?  What can we expect to pay for lodging for a night?  Would you advise us to make a booking while still in the states, or should we chance it and hope to find a place for overnight?  We'll be there in April.  Any restaurant recommendations?  Thanking you in advance.

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A trip to Edinburgh takes about four hours from Kings Cross Station, but a couple of days there is certainly worth the trip.  Edinburgh has many outstanding restaurants; try Deacon Brodie's Tavern in the Royal Mile.  The fanciest place is The Witchery, just outside of Edinburgh Castle's doors.  For just an ordinary hotel,like the Ailsa Craig where I have stayed, you will pay £90 for a double, but if you visit a Tourist Information Office in London, they will book a spot and might save you money for a last-minute reservation at a B&B.  Visit Edinburgh Castle, and take one or more of "Robin's Walks" which you pick up at the tourist office near Waverly (train) Station.

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