Edinburgh has one of the most splendid settings in the world during the Christmas season. The beautiful Edinburgh Castle can be seen from all over the city and the lighted buildings, decorated homes and bustling streets give an amazing feeling to the people during the Holidays.
Festive Entertainments in the city are all around. Theatres such as the King?s theatre and the Lyceum Theatre prepare various shows that will surely fit the holidays. Wine tasting events and other adult events happen on the castle hill at the top of the Royal Mile. Here, all sorts of wines can be tasted and seen which will surely entice wine lovers and connoisseurs. One some evenings during December, adults can also take part in the Mercat Tour Dicksenian evening which involves a dramatic night time walk around the underground vaults as well as the streets of the city. Then, a mulled wine and chestnuts are served to help warm up the participants.
Capital Christmas is also a widely known event in the city. Here people can have a good time shopping along the Princes Street and George Street. After shopping, visitors and residents are entertained by shows and can also visit the beautiful Princes Street Gardens.
Great food can be found at various restaurants such as the Bistro at Hotel du Vin and the Rhubarb restaurant at Prestonfield. The Bistro offers the best British ambiance in the city. It serves sumptuous meals that reach out to please its guests. The Rhubarb restaurant is now regarded as Edinburgh?s most indulgent retreat place. It is a 5-star restaurant that serves delicious meals perfect for the Holidays.
High Street Hostel a 400 yr old building offers accommodation starting from 10.29 EUR its an original independent backpackers hostel. While Brodie?s Hostel offers 12.58 EUR, the hostel provides superb central location and pubs, clubs and history right on your doorstep.
Edinburgh truly boasts the worlds biggest winter festival that will surely make you Christmas day a great one.
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