Edinburgh Like a Local

Have authentic experiences and see the cities through the eyes of the locals with Like a Local.

Keen to explore a different side of Edinburgh? Like a Local is the book for you.

This isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Edinburgh's iconic arts festival and hilltop castle are beautifully curated galleries, haunted alcoves, and secret distilleries in old railway buildings - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:

• The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals.
• 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as thrift store shopping and gin tasting.
• A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Edinburgh.
• Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights.
• A range of sights and establishments that will take you well beyond the beaten path.

Compiled by four proud Edinburgh residents, this stylish travel guide is packed with Edinburgh's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorised to suit your mood and needs.

Whether you're a restless Edinburger on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Edinburgh Like a Local will give you all the inspiration you need.

About Like a Local:

These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they're born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local - pride for their city, community spirit, and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home.

Looking for another guide to Edinburgh? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to Scotland.