My daughter is half way though an MSc in Edinburgh and we have her to thank for discovering this wonderful city. We have stayed there on three occasions in the last 15 months and it has quickly become one of my favourite cities, if not my very favourite.
I moved to Edinburgh from Canada a couple of years ago and while it's become commonplace to look up and see this beautiful architecture, there are moments where the beauty is brand new and I can't believe how lucky I am to live here. I love travelling but am always happy to come back to this beauriful city.❤
This filled my Scottish heart with joy, seeing how you both reacted to our beautiful city of Edinburgh and well done you pronounced Edinburgh the correct way. I love Edinburgh and live only an hour and a half away from it, the buildings, the history, the old town and the new town. I am so glad you loved Scotland.
Thanks for the kind words, Denise! 😊 We loved it so much we're squeezing in a few more days there at the end of our trip, and hope to explore the Highlands a bit as well.
So happy you enjoyed Scotland so much ! Don't forget about Glasgow😊.....we're only am hour from Edinburgh and you'd be made awfey welcome through here too😅😅😅❤❤
I’m English and my partner of 20 odd years is Scottish. I’ve visited Scotland countless times and I absolutely love the place. Untouched beauty . I’ve driven all the way to the outer Hebrides and the scenery is just breathtaking. Unbelievably beautiful. I love Scotland ❤
@@andymartin: Yes, I have. The landscape we see today (particularly the mainland) is mostly the result of human activity over the course of millenia; starting with deforestation in the Neolithic. Areas of ancient and semi-natural woodland have, unfortunately, declined rapidly. The same is true of animal biodiversity and the state of our ecology due to farming, etc.
This brought tears to my eyes.I was born here and have lived here my whole life and as much as I love and I am proud of my city its so nice to appreciate it through the eyes of visitors.Thank you ❤
@@paulwilson2651 Yes our hometown is beautiful, and my Late brother in law was a Jambo supporter, but i saw the light when i was very young and was a Hi-bee supporter, well i was born in Leith Paul.
Im born-and-bred in Edinburgh, and it's such a shame that I take what's on my doorstep for granted. Your video has just given me a swift nudge to start paying attention again. Beautiful. Glad you had a great time.
The rest of the world. You need to understand. When you visit Scotland, you’re visiting an ancient land. which has a majestic beauty. yes, it’s wet quite a lot, but that only adds to its beauty, That’s why people from around the world fall in love with Scotland, when they see it for the first time. As a Scot. It’s nice to see other people enjoy, what we take for granted. There is only one Scotland, and it is the best country on earth. But please don’t just hang around the cities. go. Enjoy Scotland. There’s a whole country to see…🤷🏻♂️🏴
As a Englishman I agree I have been all over Scotland and sailed and Kayaked across visited towns and villages camped in the Countryside and visited beautiful white sandy beaches in the North and I just love Scotland .
I love to see how surprised American visitors are when they first see the beautiful architecture of our greatest British cities! Too bad London is becoming americanised with ugly tall squashed-up blocks going up amongst the beauty of places like St. Paul’s Cathedral.
@@arriesone1 it’s good to have new modern ideas for buildings though because London is a metropolis - they make the buildings look futuristic and not always appealing to the older buildings nearby
As a long-term resident of Edinburgh. Can I congratulate you on pronouncing Edinburgh correctly . 😊 This city is a feast for your eyes and will always remain in the corner of your heart.
Glad you enjoyed Edinburgh. As a scot, I tend to take the buildings etc for granted as we see them so often. It really does make me appreciate our lovely country/cities when seen through another person’s eyes 🥰
I was just typing out the same thing almost word for word when I saw this comment, so I'll just co-sign this instead. I really am unable to appreciate those views like foreigners seem to be able to ... but then, the scenery and views of NYC absolutely blow me away by comparison.
Edinburgh born & bred and this video brings a smile to my face - BUT ' visitors coming to Edinburgh, please-please-PLEASE do not buy any souvenirs from the shops in the Royal Mile and the streets running off it - there's almost ZERO chance of buying anything 'Made in Scotland' - it's all just cheap 'Made in Taiwan/China tat !. I deplore these shops and the image they give the city !
I am fortunate to live in the Scottish Borders, an hour from Edinburgh and a land so rich in history; as a lover of all things ancient, I feel incredibly humbled (don't tell anyone, but I am English).
That was actually a decent watch and so interesting to see the perspective of a visitor to my home city, Edinburgh still takes my breath away and I’ve lived my whole life here. 3 days isn’t enough to experience all this amazing place has to offer, I suggest future visits you take in the unique and exhilarating Edinburgh Festival in August when the cities population trebles and the place is the centre of the world for the arts. Haste ye back
Over the years I have had the privilege of seeing the faces and reactions of friends and family seeing Edinburgh and the Highlands for the first time. Enjoyed your delight. I fell in love with Edinburgh and all of Scotland some 50 years ago. Scotland is the only place in Europe that I return to time and time again. Was there in September and will be back in the Spring. BTW.... the Scotts are a big part of the Fun. ( maybe the best ).
I got quite emotional seeing your reaction to the beautiful city of Edinburg. I’ve been many times and it is still one of my favourite places to visit.
I was forced to go to Edinburgh as a kid to see horrid family, i now have lovely family who live there and its great. I love Glasgow for other reasons its more fun and the weegies are nutters.
Your first bit of your Scottish accent was actually not the worst I've heard.👌🏻 Edinburgh is a phenomenal place, I'm glad you guys enjoyed our nation's capital, it is magical. Haste ye back.
I'm Scottish and my son's friend Scot, who's also Scottish gives lessons to up and coming actors in New York where he now lives, who are trying to learn a Scottish accent 😉....they all find it pretty difficult, but it sure makes for some fun entertainment when Scot tells us what they sound like haha. No shade to these guys and girls obviously, I've heard it's a difficult accent to master 😊😊😉😉
I was a Research Fellow in Edinburgh University for 6 years. The Department I was in had a building next to Greyfriars Churchyard. There is a lot to like about the city. It is 400 miles north of London, so summer evenings are long (although winter days are short) [Actually, the whole of the UK is north of the whole USA, except Alaska. But the Gulf Stream keeps us warm.] The rail bridge over the River Forth just outside Edinburgh is worth seeing. It was built in 1890 and has a unique design. The most spectacular Scottish scenery is in the Highlands and Islands on the west coast.
Just did our trip to the Highlands a few days ago (couldn't resist squeezing in a little return to Scotland near the end of our route), and the scenery was indeed spectacular. Awe inspiring, even. Glencoe in particular was stunning to witness.
I used to work on the rigs, and drove to Aberdeen from Preston on a regular basis. I always stopped for a couple of nights in Edinburgh on the way home. I love it…. Apart from the speeding ticket I got. 😊
You know, I’m very fortunate to have been to Edinburgh many times. But only get to experience a city for the first time once. Watching you guys with your wide eyes makes me smile.
So pleased you enjoyed Edinburgh. If you ever venture north from there to the East Coast of Scotland, bring your appetite and your welly boots. Best fresh seafood in Scotland.
So glad you loved Edinburgh. I’ve lived and worked in and around Edinburgh for 37 years, a lot take it for granted but I still find myself stopping and staring at little things I’ve never noticed before.
I'm a south american expat living in Edinburgh with my family and I have to say, even after a few years living here the city has not lost its charm. Watching your reaction just awakens my love for it once again and just want to leave the office and go walk around the Royal Mile next door immediately haha. Great video guys!
Having lived here all my life - you do tend to take for granted whats on your doorstep. I literally had tears in my eyes watching your reactions. We are so lucky to live here!!!
As a Scot, we take our surroundings for granted so it’s wonderful to see it through a fresh pair of eyes. Love seeing you enjoy it and planning more fuelled by Jamie dodgers 😆👍
@qarwsh3312 yes, hire a car, beautiful beaches in the far north, scenery, silver sands of morar near fort william stunning, glen coe lovely too,too many places to mention
We are heading there in a month and I've been watching a ton of videos on Scotland to help plan. This is by far and away my favorite. You guys are awesome!
Edinburgh is easily in the worlds top 5 most spectacular! Glad you enjoyed it and if you have more time go down on the tram to the coast via Leith. This is like another city altogether!
@@garymacdonald7165 Why would you have been to them all but I haven't? What a condescending arrogant position to hold. It's fine of you think that Edinburgh is great, but it's very rare that Edinburgh is ranked so highly by others, and I say that from somebody who has lived for 5 years in Edinburgh before moving to another country. Edinburgh has gone spectacularly downhill I'd be interested to hear your criteria. For example, what is more "spectacular" about Leith, which you pointed out as a highlight of Edinburgh than say Salzburg or Copenhagen?
Hello from Edinburgh. Someone has probably said that the building you mentioned is called The Hub (it's a former church), and is the place to buy tickets for the official festival in August (not the Fringe). Glad you enjoyed being here :)
I was brought up in Edinburgh and it is truly beautiful. I love revisiting it. When I drove into the centre recently, because of the trams and one way systems - I got totally lost! Well - I new where I was, where I wanted to go, but not how to get there. Beware!
I stumbled across your videos and am really enjoying them! I'm off on 71 day adventure of my own in a few months so it has been great to see your journey!
@@qlctravels yes it is! I'm starting with a tour of Scotland followed by a few extra days in Edinburgh because I fell in love with the place when I was there briefly just before Covid. Then to Ireland, where I'll join another tour. London and then to Helsinki, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Prague and then I'll be joining a Christmas markets tour of Austria, Germany and Switzerland. It's a lot but I will be taking it slow in each place. I'm excited and terrified at the same time!
Enjoyed watching this incredible video. Did a 16 day England Wales and Scotland trip back in May 2016 and loved it. Spent 2 days in Liverpool went to Beetles museum. Loved Scotland, went to Glasgow, Glenfinnen, Inverness, Isle of Skye, St.Andrews, and Edinburgh. Edinburgh is breathtaking, loved the Castle and the overlook it was awesome. Awesome country and people!!
4:45 - Foam earplugs and artillery earmuffs, vital travel items for keeping unwanted noise at bay. :) 9:30 - My brother used to live in Victoria St., just a little further down, while I went to uni there in Grassmarket for several years in the late 80s (Heriot Watt, before everything moved to the campus outside the city). Many good memories. If you're in Grassmarket, pop into Bill Baber Knitwear, tell Bill that Ian the SGI guy says hi. :D I remember my brother's flat had a normally-sealed exit, an old ornate iron door, onto one of the obscure paths often used by the ghostly tours; at night, his flatmate loved to wait for a tour group to go by and then bang several times on the door, scaring the heck out of both the tourists and the tour guide, she thought it was hysterical. So if you hear strange things during a ghost tour, could well be locals having a laugh. 14:15 - So glad you wandered round there, cemeteries have long fascinated me, inparticular why the older the plot, the larger and/or more elaborate the headstones tend to be. Sometimes the inscriptions can be quite extraordinary. There are so many great things to see in Edinburgh, many of them off the main tourist trail, often simple but fascinating. The lower church at the west end, the cemetery at Greyfriars, curious sidestreets further down the Royal Mile (and the Museum of Childhood, for which, when I went there way back, admission was free), all sorts of awesome shortcuts and alleys, such as those which go from the Royal Mile down toward Cockburn Street, others into Market Street (these often have little cafes, pubs or other curious shops). One could write pages of worthy sights; I recommend the channel Clan Broonford, he's covered many of Edinburgh's hidden gems and curious facts. Must admit I find the city centre too busy these days, but seeing the city afresh through your eyes, I'll concede to a brief dip in my middle aged cynicism. :) Handy tip: for some great photos of the castle from Princes St., try just going to the top floor of any of the larger department stores to obtain unobscured views from the south facing windows.
Everyone calls Paris the city of love/romance. I will never understand why. I visited Paris years ago, found it too large full of people walking with their chins up very antipathetic. A couple of years after visiting Paris I visited Edinburgh and was amazed. I found Edinburgh to be much more romantic than Paris and the people are a lot more welcoming but the city itself, the architecture and the little alleys etc is much more romantic and fairytale like than Paris.
Paris is another version of London whereas Edinburgh is filled with stunning buildings and a better history in my own personal opinion, I suppose it comes under beauty is in the eye of the beholder 👍
I was a student in Edinburgh, after school. Scotland is a magnificent country and it's capital , Edinburgh is astonishingly beautiful. It's jam packed with history and architecture that is astounding . ❤❤❤
I was born in Edinburgh on October 2, 1987, at the age of 26. I've loved it from that day onwards. I married a girl from there and our daughter was born in the very hospital I had a room in on that wonderful day I first arrived. I've been to many magical places in my life, but none touch the joy and wonder I experience every time I set foot in Auld Reekie. You should go there. Now. Don't waste time!
Glad you enjoy Edinburgh. I was born there and grow up most of my life there and because of this I never really appreciated the city so it was really nice seeing a tourist perspective on it.
I've lived in Scotland my whole life never been on holiday or travelled outside Scotland. Its really nice to see the Edinburgh from and outsiders perspective I've seen these buildings my whole life I don't think I ever took the time to abreacted them haha I just go to Edinburgh for a drink or shopping
I went to Edinburgh in Oct 2023 & it was the most amazing city...if you won't to have a giggle & know some history at the same time book the The Ghost Bus Tour...its only hour but its absolutely brilliant...I can't wait for my friend to take us all again best tour guide too..
As a native, I have been to Edinburgh many, many times, but it was so nice seeing it through your eyes. I'm so glad you enjoyed our nation's capital, and thanks to you I have added a couple of pins on Google maps.
You are perfect hosts and I really enjoy being in your company. Thank you for these beautiful vlogs, perfectly narrated. Cheers! Sheffield South Yorkshire.
Looks like you were blessed with a decent weather day and Edinburgh showed off it's best side. Enjoyed watching this (long time Edinburgh resident who moved here in 1994 ..... originally from Ireland)
magical Scotland.im lucky enough to be born and bred here.so much to see.im just outside dundee.you guys need to go there and up the lawhill.Edinburghs my favourite city.no other place will give you the same feeling or atmosphere.
I walk down Victoria Street and through the Grassmarket to get to work! As an Edinburgh native it's always lovely to see it through the eyes of first time visitors. It really is a gorgeous city ❤
Its such a genuinely beautiful city. I'm from Ireland and was all around Europe and just visited Edinburgh last year I was so mad I hadn't gone there before, its like 45 mins on a plane and honestly my favourite city in all of Europe.
In Scotland always ask the locals for directions, places to go. What to see. We are kind folks who are proud of our country and will always assist foreigners. The sad thing is that by the time you have posted your videos, we can't say, "Oh you must see!". Glad you are enjoying Edinburgh.
I have lived here in Edinburgh for over 30 years, this is one of the best visitors video I have watched and it was great to share your genuine appreciative excitement, well done, so happy you enjoyed yourselves ;-)))
Great video. Edinburgh looks amazing! You guys not try Irn Bru or Haggis? The national drink and food of Scotland. Im Looking forward to watching the rest of your adventures
6:07 That's cos Edinburgh Castle IS up there lol, There's been settlements in Edinburgh since 8500 BC though. It's OLD. That's why it looks the way it does. The Old Town can be traced back to the 7th Century AD. OLD lol 7:40 Calton Hill is a better view that that, you can see a lot more. It's the opposite from where they are and it's higher. 8:14 The hill in the background is Arthur's Seat, GREAT view from there but it's a hell of a trek. 12:05 Dude, You can order those online and have them shipped. The Knights' Vault has a website. There's more authentic smiths in Scotland than that though.
Thanks folks, Ye gie us the gift tae sicht wursels as ithers sicht us. The following is a quote from the 1786 Scots language poem by Robert Burns "To A Louse, On Seeing One on a Lady's Bonnet at Church" roughly translated to mean 'Oh, would some Power give us the gift. To see ourselves as others see us! Also.. a wee note.. That kirkyard if it was Greyfriar is where Ebenezer Scrooge is laid to rest. (His namesake, Scrooge was fictional of course)
I stay in Edinburgh. Love living here but the city centre is insanely busy most of the year. Always something going on. Much more expensive than Glasgow, Newcastle or Liverpool but its worth the extra.
Did you see Greyfriars Bobby in the cemetery? Bobby was a wee terrier dog who lay on his master's grave and wouldn't leave. When Bobby died, they put a statue of him there.
Great episode ❤ again and really at a beautiful place. I never visited Scotland but it's on my list for very important things to do in life for a while. I am very curious where you two are right now but of course you won't spill the tea 🫖. Hope you're having a great time 🍀
Glad that you enjoyed it - us English enjoy it too! Have been there several times - recently we were there late November so a couple of weeks after you. Edinburgh and York are the two cities you have to try out when visiting the UK. Did you find the Harry Potter name references on the gravestones in Greyfriars Kirkyard? Looking forward to your next day(s) there.
Sadly, I completely forgot the Harry Potter names on gravestones was a thing there. 🤦♂️ But the good news is, we WILL be returning some day, so I’ll have a chance to redeem myself. Thanks for watching! - Brian
Welcome to Scotland guys - You'll find many historic places to visit outside of the cities too. Also Charles Dickens visited the graveyard and "stole" the name Ebenezer Scrooge from a headstone there. It wasn't evident from the video but do you guys know the story of Greyfriars Bobby (the dog) from that graveyard too? Worth a google if you don't. Thank you for visiting my city and good luck in your further travels.@@qlctravels
It’s always refreshing to see my home through another’s eyes, I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves…and for pronouncing Edinburgh correctly 👍🏻 Haste ye back
It’s also funny that when you’re showing the tea towels you bought. The red shop in the background is used in avengers endgame. Vision and black widow are talking outside it when they get attacked. Also the train station is where captain America fights them all 🤣
Edinburgh, whilst stunning, really is a tourist trap in places - especially the Royal Mile. Stevie B summed things up well, and we're always happy when we, us Scots, hear Edinburgh not being slaughtered. As for the rest of our small, glorious, country - there's so much to see, explore, hear, and soak up. Edinburgh gets all the attention, but Glasgow is equally as stunning, even in the city centre if you look up. The rest, we've got the castles, we've got THAT glen (and many many others), there's THAT viaduct, and all our lovely islands beyond Skye. One area that is often overlooked is Dumfries and Galloway.
Your heartfelt reactions to seeing Edinburgh were beautiful to see. (As locals, we often take for granted what's on our doorstep.) You've earned a new subscriber. Safe travels and haste ye back.
Great video .. I’ve just subscribed After probably 20+ years without being on a train, for my wife’s 60th birthday last November we had a short break in London, travelling down from Newcastle. We had a brilliant time, so much so, we immediately booked a few more trips. In March we had 3 days in Edinburgh (my 65th) followed by 3 in Glasgow in May, 3 more in London in August and last month 2 in Manchester and 2 in Liverpool. Already booked for 2024 are Edinburgh again in January, Leeds/York in March and Glasgow next June. We are loving the travel experience .. we just wish we had started when we were younger. Looking forward to your next videos having watched all yours last night. Regards from Whitley Bay
God bless you both; it it would take a lifetime to discover the beauties of Edinburgh. You won't believe me but outside my door is a beach, where people are surfing, it is almost midwinter day, and I'm forty minutes' walk from Princes Street. Michael, Wardie Bay Brandon Breakwater. ( it's Grant-on but this bloody thing keeps 'correcting' me). Great vid. Haste he back. M.Edin.
@@andys2856 I always get the feeling that anything outside of the New Town just never gets explored by these vloggers. Cheek by jowl with some of the most socially deprived areas of Scotland, but look at the pretty townhouses!
I worked in central Edinburgh when I was going through university. Classic question asked by a tourist. The city is gorgeous but it seems weird that they built the castle so close to the train station. I couldn’t think of a reply. Just smiled and served them whisky and coke😢as requested!
My daughter is half way though an MSc in Edinburgh and we have her to thank for discovering this wonderful city. We have stayed there on three occasions in the last 15 months and it has quickly become one of my favourite cities, if not my very favourite.
I moved to Edinburgh from Canada a couple of years ago and while it's become commonplace to look up and see this beautiful architecture, there are moments where the beauty is brand new and I can't believe how lucky I am to live here. I love travelling but am always happy to come back to this beauriful city.❤
This filled my Scottish heart with joy, seeing how you both reacted to our beautiful city of Edinburgh and well done you pronounced Edinburgh the correct way. I love Edinburgh and live only an hour and a half away from it, the buildings, the history, the old town and the new town. I am so glad you loved Scotland.
Thanks for the kind words, Denise! 😊 We loved it so much we're squeezing in a few more days there at the end of our trip, and hope to explore the Highlands a bit as well.
@@qlctravels Are you Americans or canadians ?as a person whos from Europe , I can't tell the difference between the accents
Indeed, the differences in accents are very subtle. We're Americans, though.
@@qlctravels Awesome
As a Londoner I have to say Scotland is very beautiful not only the city's, towns, villages but the countryside and MOST importantly the PEOPLE!...
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Your welcome, I really do mean it your a great bunch of kind warm souls
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So happy you enjoyed Scotland so much ! Don't forget about Glasgow😊.....we're only am hour from Edinburgh and you'd be made awfey welcome through here too😅😅😅❤❤
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I’m English and my partner of 20 odd years is Scottish. I’ve visited Scotland countless times and I absolutely love the place. Untouched beauty . I’ve driven all the way to the outer Hebrides and the scenery is just breathtaking. Unbelievably beautiful. I love Scotland ❤
Untouched beauty? Hardly.
@@MontyCantsin5 have you ever driven up to Skye and on to the Hebrides. There is a lot of untouched beauty along the way
@@MontyCantsin5 Which parts of Scotland have you been to, Monty?
@@andymartin: Yes, I have. The landscape we see today (particularly the mainland) is mostly the result of human activity over the course of millenia; starting with deforestation in the Neolithic. Areas of ancient and semi-natural woodland have, unfortunately, declined rapidly. The same is true of animal biodiversity and the state of our ecology due to farming, etc.
@@g.m.4877: Just about everywhere you could care to mention. I'm from Scotland.
This brought tears to my eyes.I was born here and have lived here my whole life and as much as I love and I am proud of my city its so nice to appreciate it through the eyes of visitors.Thank you ❤
As an Edinburgh man born and bred, thanks for reminding me how lucky I am to live/be from here.
Yes we take our city for granted sometimes. From a Jambo.
@@paulwilson2651 Yes our hometown is beautiful, and my Late brother in law was a Jambo supporter, but i saw the light when i was very young and was a Hi-bee supporter, well i was born in Leith Paul.
Edinburgh jambo in ireland love the city
Im born-and-bred in Edinburgh, and it's such a shame that I take what's on my doorstep for granted. Your video has just given me a swift nudge to start paying attention again. Beautiful. Glad you had a great time.
The rest of the world. You need to understand. When you visit Scotland, you’re visiting an ancient land. which has a majestic beauty. yes, it’s wet quite a lot, but that only adds to its beauty, That’s why people from around the world fall in love with Scotland, when they see it for the first time. As a Scot. It’s nice to see other people enjoy, what we take for granted. There is only one Scotland, and it is the best country on earth. But please don’t just hang around the cities. go. Enjoy Scotland. There’s a whole country to see…🤷🏻♂️🏴
It’s a great city Edinburgh love it!
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As a Englishman I agree I have been all over Scotland and sailed and Kayaked across visited towns and villages camped in the Countryside and visited beautiful white sandy beaches in the North and I just love Scotland .
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I love to see how surprised American visitors are when they first see the beautiful architecture of our greatest British cities! Too bad London is becoming americanised with ugly tall squashed-up blocks going up amongst the beauty of places like St. Paul’s Cathedral.
@@arriesone1 it’s good to have new modern ideas for buildings though because London is a metropolis - they make the buildings look futuristic and not always appealing to the older buildings nearby
As a long-term resident of Edinburgh. Can I congratulate you on pronouncing Edinburgh correctly . 😊 This city is a feast for your eyes and will always remain in the corner of your heart.
Well said. That’s exactly how we feel about it. 🥰
@@qlctravels That was my immediate first reaction as well - correct pronunciation = thumbs up, well done.
Yeah I always cringe hearing Edinbro.
I was thinking the same thing 🤣
@@JDGuitar82 nah edinburg
Glad you enjoyed Edinburgh. As a scot, I tend to take the buildings etc for granted as we see them so often. It really does make me appreciate our lovely country/cities when seen through another person’s eyes 🥰
I was just typing out the same thing almost word for word when I saw this comment, so I'll just co-sign this instead. I really am unable to appreciate those views like foreigners seem to be able to ... but then, the scenery and views of NYC absolutely blow me away by comparison.
Edinburgh born & bred and this video brings a smile to my face - BUT ' visitors coming to Edinburgh, please-please-PLEASE do not buy any souvenirs from the shops in the Royal Mile and the streets running off it - there's almost ZERO chance of buying anything 'Made in Scotland' - it's all just cheap 'Made in Taiwan/China tat !. I deplore these shops and the image they give the city !
Thanks for the warning 👍
I am fortunate to live in the Scottish Borders, an hour from Edinburgh and a land so rich in history; as a lover of all things ancient, I feel incredibly humbled (don't tell anyone, but I am English).
Same with me (just moved back to Scotland, to Gala) - couldn't be happier to be home!
That was actually a decent watch and so interesting to see the perspective of a visitor to my home city, Edinburgh still takes my breath away and I’ve lived my whole life here.
3 days isn’t enough to experience all this amazing place has to offer, I suggest future visits you take in the unique and exhilarating Edinburgh Festival in August when the cities population trebles and the place is the centre of the world for the arts.
Haste ye back
Thanks, Billy! Can't wait to return 🙂
Over the years I have had the privilege of seeing the faces and reactions of friends and family seeing Edinburgh and the Highlands for the first time. Enjoyed your delight.
I fell in love with Edinburgh and all of Scotland some 50 years ago. Scotland is the only place in Europe that I return to time and time again. Was there in September and will be back in the Spring.
BTW.... the Scotts are a big part of the Fun. ( maybe the best ).
I got quite emotional seeing your reaction to the beautiful city of Edinburg. I’ve been many times and it is still one of my favourite places to visit.
Edinburgh with an h at the end
I was forced to go to Edinburgh as a kid to see horrid family, i now have lovely family who live there and its great. I love Glasgow for other reasons its more fun and the weegies are nutters.
Edinburg is in Texas, USA.
@@B-A-L no, like many places in the US, it is named after places in the UK. New York, after York in England etc.
@@keithygadget381I think his point is that you've spelled Edinburgh wrong
Your first bit of your Scottish accent was actually not the worst I've heard.👌🏻
Edinburgh is a phenomenal place, I'm glad you guys enjoyed our nation's capital, it is magical. Haste ye back.
I'm Scottish and my son's friend Scot, who's also Scottish gives lessons to up and coming actors in New York where he now lives, who are trying to learn a Scottish accent 😉....they all find it pretty difficult, but it sure makes for some fun entertainment when Scot tells us what they sound like haha. No shade to these guys and girls obviously, I've heard it's a difficult accent to master 😊😊😉😉
Thank you for actually pronouncing Edinburgh correctly! Made the rest of the video that much more enjoyable!
I was a Research Fellow in Edinburgh University for 6 years.
The Department I was in had a building next to Greyfriars Churchyard.
There is a lot to like about the city.
It is 400 miles north of London, so summer evenings are long (although winter days are short)
[Actually, the whole of the UK is north of the whole USA, except Alaska. But the Gulf Stream keeps us warm.]
The rail bridge over the River Forth just outside Edinburgh is worth seeing. It was built in 1890 and has a unique design.
The most spectacular Scottish scenery is in the Highlands and Islands on the west coast.
Just did our trip to the Highlands a few days ago (couldn't resist squeezing in a little return to Scotland near the end of our route), and the scenery was indeed spectacular. Awe inspiring, even. Glencoe in particular was stunning to witness.
I used to work on the rigs, and drove to Aberdeen from Preston on a regular basis. I always stopped for a couple of nights in Edinburgh on the way home. I love it…. Apart from the speeding ticket I got. 😊
Had the good fortune of spending a year in Edinburgh. Even after a full year, there were so many things to discover.
Sounds like a dream 😍
Edinburgh is incredibly beautiful! Im so proud this is our capital city and to be Scottish ❤
You know, I’m very fortunate to have been to Edinburgh many times. But only get to experience a city for the first time once. Watching you guys with your wide eyes makes me smile.
I'm a Scot, and I love my wee country, so THANK YOU!
As a Scot it was lovely to see your reaction ti our capital city . Scotland has so many beautiful places , I hope you get to see more ❤️
So pleased you enjoyed Edinburgh. If you ever venture north from there to the East Coast of Scotland, bring your appetite and your welly boots. Best fresh seafood in Scotland.
So glad you loved Edinburgh. I’ve lived and worked in and around Edinburgh for 37 years, a lot take it for granted but I still find myself stopping and staring at little things I’ve never noticed before.
This is a lovely and heartfelt tribute to the city. Thanks so much on behalf of all Scots.
Best bit when we visit Edinburgh is the People ❤
I'm a south american expat living in Edinburgh with my family and I have to say, even after a few years living here the city has not lost its charm. Watching your reaction just awakens my love for it once again and just want to leave the office and go walk around the Royal Mile next door immediately haha. Great video guys!
Having lived here all my life - you do tend to take for granted whats on your doorstep. I literally had tears in my eyes watching your reactions. We are so lucky to live here!!!
As a Scot, we take our surroundings for granted so it’s wonderful to see it through a fresh pair of eyes. Love seeing you enjoy it and planning more fuelled by Jamie dodgers 😆👍
It’s worth going to Stirling Culross and Linlithgow.The Kelpies in Falkirk are amazing too.
Aw sweet, you walked past my family tomb in Greyfriar's. Nice to see it in the sunshine for a change 😀
The Athens of the North. Second most visited city in the UK after London. Amazing city and vlog.
I love Edinburgh, its brilliant, beautiful city, plenty to see,nice restaurants, bars,people friendly, I'm glad I live in Scotland ❤
I will visit Scotland with my wife on 13 April how’s the weather and should i rent a car? Because i need to go to fort wiliam and portree
@qarwsh3312 yes, hire a car, beautiful beaches in the far north, scenery, silver sands of morar near fort william stunning, glen coe lovely too,too many places to mention
@qarwsh3312 weather is not too warm the now, need a raincoat, just in case
We are heading there in a month and I've been watching a ton of videos on Scotland to help plan. This is by far and away my favorite. You guys are awesome!
Thanks so much, Jamie! 😊 We hope you have an incredible time there! (It's pretty much a guarantee that you will; Scotland is amazing!)
Edinburgh is easily in the worlds top 5 most spectacular! Glad you enjoyed it and if you have more time go down on the tram to the coast via Leith. This is like another city altogether!
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Edinburgh's fuckin naff mate, Scotland's shame
To put Edinburgh above Vienna, Venice, Rome, Tallin, Prague, Florence, Budapest, Krakow, San Francisco, Lisbon, Paris, Athens is pretty funny.
@@sandersson2813 I've been in all those cities (I don't think you have) and to say some are better than Eddy,is quite hysterical!
@@garymacdonald7165 Why would you have been to them all but I haven't? What a condescending arrogant position to hold.
It's fine of you think that Edinburgh is great, but it's very rare that Edinburgh is ranked so highly by others, and I say that from somebody who has lived for 5 years in Edinburgh before moving to another country.
Edinburgh has gone spectacularly downhill
I'd be interested to hear your criteria. For example, what is more "spectacular" about Leith, which you pointed out as a highlight of Edinburgh than say Salzburg or Copenhagen?
Hello from Edinburgh. Someone has probably said that the building you mentioned is called The Hub (it's a former church), and is the place to buy tickets for the official festival in August (not the Fringe). Glad you enjoyed being here :)
Guys , I live here - but you made cry when I saw my town through your eyes !! Many thanks for your inspiration - and haste ye back !!! XX
Thanks so much for the kind words! 🥹 We can’t wait to visit again.
Makes me so happy to see tourists loving Edinburgh, really is a wonderful place. Glad you both enjoyed it!
I was brought up in Edinburgh and it is truly beautiful. I love revisiting it. When I drove into the centre recently, because of the trams and one way systems - I got totally lost! Well - I new where I was, where I wanted to go, but not how to get there. Beware!
I stumbled across your videos and am really enjoying them! I'm off on 71 day adventure of my own in a few months so it has been great to see your journey!
That's so exciting! 😃 Where all are you traveling to?
@@qlctravels yes it is! I'm starting with a tour of Scotland followed by a few extra days in Edinburgh because I fell in love with the place when I was there briefly just before Covid. Then to Ireland, where I'll join another tour. London and then to Helsinki, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Prague and then I'll be joining a Christmas markets tour of Austria, Germany and Switzerland. It's a lot but I will be taking it slow in each place. I'm excited and terrified at the same time!
Enjoyed watching this incredible video. Did a 16 day England Wales and Scotland trip back in May 2016 and loved it. Spent 2 days in Liverpool went to Beetles museum. Loved Scotland, went to Glasgow, Glenfinnen, Inverness, Isle of Skye, St.Andrews, and Edinburgh. Edinburgh is breathtaking, loved the Castle and the overlook it was awesome. Awesome country and people!!
4:45 - Foam earplugs and artillery earmuffs, vital travel items for keeping unwanted noise at bay. :)
9:30 - My brother used to live in Victoria St., just a little further down, while I went to uni there in Grassmarket for several years in the late 80s (Heriot Watt, before everything moved to the campus outside the city). Many good memories. If you're in Grassmarket, pop into Bill Baber Knitwear, tell Bill that Ian the SGI guy says hi. :D
I remember my brother's flat had a normally-sealed exit, an old ornate iron door, onto one of the obscure paths often used by the ghostly tours; at night, his flatmate loved to wait for a tour group to go by and then bang several times on the door, scaring the heck out of both the tourists and the tour guide, she thought it was hysterical. So if you hear strange things during a ghost tour, could well be locals having a laugh.
14:15 - So glad you wandered round there, cemeteries have long fascinated me, inparticular why the older the plot, the larger and/or more elaborate the headstones tend to be. Sometimes the inscriptions can be quite extraordinary.
There are so many great things to see in Edinburgh, many of them off the main tourist trail, often simple but fascinating. The lower church at the west end, the cemetery at Greyfriars, curious sidestreets further down the Royal Mile (and the Museum of Childhood, for which, when I went there way back, admission was free), all sorts of awesome shortcuts and alleys, such as those which go from the Royal Mile down toward Cockburn Street, others into Market Street (these often have little cafes, pubs or other curious shops). One could write pages of worthy sights; I recommend the channel Clan Broonford, he's covered many of Edinburgh's hidden gems and curious facts.
Must admit I find the city centre too busy these days, but seeing the city afresh through your eyes, I'll concede to a brief dip in my middle aged cynicism. :)
Handy tip: for some great photos of the castle from Princes St., try just going to the top floor of any of the larger department stores to obtain unobscured views from the south facing windows.
Everyone calls Paris the city of love/romance. I will never understand why. I visited Paris years ago, found it too large full of people walking with their chins up very antipathetic. A couple of years after visiting Paris I visited Edinburgh and was amazed. I found Edinburgh to be much more romantic than Paris and the people are a lot more welcoming but the city itself, the architecture and the little alleys etc is much more romantic and fairytale like than Paris.
Paris is another version of London whereas Edinburgh is filled with stunning buildings and a better history in my own personal opinion, I suppose it comes under beauty is in the eye of the beholder 👍
Nice video, my home city but moved away 20yrs ago,great sights and memories for me! Glad u2 enjoyed Edinburgh
I was a student in Edinburgh, after school. Scotland is a magnificent country and it's capital , Edinburgh is astonishingly beautiful. It's jam packed with history and architecture that is astounding . ❤❤❤
Good to see Edward Snowdon out and about enjoying life again.
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I was born in Edinburgh on October 2, 1987, at the age of 26. I've loved it from that day onwards. I married a girl from there and our daughter was born in the very hospital I had a room in on that wonderful day I first arrived. I've been to many magical places in my life, but none touch the joy and wonder I experience every time I set foot in Auld Reekie. You should go there. Now. Don't waste time!
Glad you enjoy Edinburgh. I was born there and grow up most of my life there and because of this I never really appreciated the city so it was really nice seeing a tourist perspective on it.
Loving your videos. Edinburgh is truly fantastic ! Was there in September and i am going back as my 3 days was not enough !
We definitely know that feeling. Edinburgh is at the top of our “must go back ASAP” list. So magical. ✨ Thanks for watching! 😊
My favourite city by far I still find new places and things to explore with every visit
Guiys - I loved uyour impressions of Edinburgh , my home town - it was great see it through your eyes !!! Thankk you XXX
Thank YOU for watching! 😊
I've lived in Scotland my whole life never been on holiday or travelled outside Scotland. Its really nice to see the Edinburgh from and outsiders perspective I've seen these buildings my whole life I don't think I ever took the time to abreacted them haha I just go to Edinburgh for a drink or shopping
Thank you for reminding me to appreciate my beautiful homeland🏴
I went to Edinburgh in Oct 2023 & it was the most amazing city...if you won't to have a giggle & know some history at the same time book the The Ghost Bus Tour...its only hour but its absolutely brilliant...I can't wait for my friend to take us all again best tour guide too..
I have lived in and near Edinburgh for 50 years, and it is easy for us to take the city for granted. Thanks for your outside objective view.
Everything is so beautiful. Great video!
Thank you! 😊
As a native, I have been to Edinburgh many, many times, but it was so nice seeing it through your eyes. I'm so glad you enjoyed our nation's capital, and thanks to you I have added a couple of pins on Google maps.
You are perfect hosts and I really enjoy being in your company. Thank you for these beautiful vlogs, perfectly narrated. Cheers! Sheffield South Yorkshire.
Looks like you were blessed with a decent weather day and Edinburgh showed off it's best side. Enjoyed watching this (long time Edinburgh resident who moved here in 1994 ..... originally from Ireland)
magical Scotland.im lucky enough to be born and bred here.so much to see.im just outside dundee.you guys need to go there and up the lawhill.Edinburghs my favourite city.no other place will give you the same feeling or atmosphere.
I walk down Victoria Street and through the Grassmarket to get to work! As an Edinburgh native it's always lovely to see it through the eyes of first time visitors. It really is a gorgeous city ❤
Its such a genuinely beautiful city. I'm from Ireland and was all around Europe and just visited Edinburgh last year I was so mad I hadn't gone there before, its like 45 mins on a plane and honestly my favourite city in all of Europe.
A real joy to watch this , and to see how much you enjoy the city I used to call home. Thank you so much for evoking so many fantastic memories.
In Scotland always ask the locals for directions, places to go. What to see. We are kind folks who are proud of our country and will always assist foreigners. The sad thing is that by the time you have posted your videos, we can't say, "Oh you must see!". Glad you are enjoying Edinburgh.
I agree with HibeeMcbee! I live here too, but really, you two are the loveliest visitors! Do come back as often as you like!!
I haven’t been to Edinburgh for 30 years, since I was a student. This video has inspired me to take the kids for a visit!
Yay! Do it! 😀
I have lived here in Edinburgh for over 30 years, this is one of the best visitors video I have watched and it was great to share your genuine appreciative excitement, well done, so happy you enjoyed yourselves ;-)))
Thank you so much! 😀
I love Scotland and the people it's my second home 🏡 thanks for sharing 👍
Great video. Edinburgh looks amazing! You guys not try Irn Bru or Haggis? The national drink and food of Scotland. Im Looking forward to watching the rest of your adventures
We drink irn bru and I love the haggis and lorne sausage 👍
Hi guy's im really enjoying your videos, looks like you are having a great time in Edinburgh. Looking forward to your next installment.
Thank you so much! 😃
We live in England but have family in Edinburgh and The Knight’s Vault is my son’s favourite shop. He has a fin3 collection of swords from there.
6:07 That's cos Edinburgh Castle IS up there lol, There's been settlements in Edinburgh since 8500 BC though. It's OLD. That's why it looks the way it does. The Old Town can be traced back to the 7th Century AD. OLD lol
7:40 Calton Hill is a better view that that, you can see a lot more. It's the opposite from where they are and it's higher.
8:14 The hill in the background is Arthur's Seat, GREAT view from there but it's a hell of a trek.
12:05 Dude, You can order those online and have them shipped. The Knights' Vault has a website. There's more authentic smiths in Scotland than that though.
Thanks folks, Ye gie us the gift tae sicht wursels as ithers sicht us.
The following is a quote from the 1786 Scots language poem by Robert Burns "To A Louse, On Seeing One on a Lady's Bonnet at Church" roughly translated to mean 'Oh, would some Power give us the gift. To see ourselves as others see us!
Also.. a wee note..
That kirkyard if it was Greyfriar is where Ebenezer Scrooge is laid to rest. (His namesake, Scrooge was fictional of course)
We’re looking forward to NOT forgetting about the famous character names when we return next week! 😊
I stay in Edinburgh. Love living here but the city centre is insanely busy most of the year. Always something going on. Much more expensive than Glasgow, Newcastle or Liverpool but its worth the extra.
Did you see Greyfriars Bobby in the cemetery? Bobby was a wee terrier dog who lay on his master's grave and wouldn't leave. When Bobby died, they put a statue of him there.
Can he be seen anywhere in this video? If not, we'll definitely look back through our unused footage and see if we spot him!
Thanks for enjoying our wee country , glad you enjoyed yourselves
Great episode ❤ again and really at a beautiful place. I never visited Scotland but it's on my list for very important things to do in life for a while. I am very curious where you two are right now but of course you won't spill the tea 🫖. Hope you're having a great time 🍀
Glad that you enjoyed it - us English enjoy it too! Have been there several times - recently we were there late November so a couple of weeks after you. Edinburgh and York are the two cities you have to try out when visiting the UK. Did you find the Harry Potter name references on the gravestones in Greyfriars Kirkyard? Looking forward to your next day(s) there.
Sadly, I completely forgot the Harry Potter names on gravestones was a thing there. 🤦♂️ But the good news is, we WILL be returning some day, so I’ll have a chance to redeem myself.
Thanks for watching!
- Brian
Welcome to Scotland guys - You'll find many historic places to visit outside of the cities too. Also Charles Dickens visited the graveyard and "stole" the name Ebenezer Scrooge from a headstone there. It wasn't evident from the video but do you guys know the story of Greyfriars Bobby (the dog) from that graveyard too? Worth a google if you don't. Thank you for visiting my city and good luck in your further travels.@@qlctravels
Did you do the Royal Yacht tour? Thats amazing? But so excited to watch this. Love love Edinburgh.....
And the elephant Cafe where she wrote it?
It is REAL, and it's wonderful
What a lovely couple. So glad you enjoyed our capital city of Edinburgh. Safe journeys x
It’s always refreshing to see my home through another’s eyes, I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves…and for pronouncing Edinburgh correctly 👍🏻
Haste ye back
I see you found Armstrong’s lol It used to be the best for my clubbing clothes back in the techno 90’s 😂😂. The best!!
When you were looking south from the castle, I live on the side of one of the hills looking back!
It’s also funny that when you’re showing the tea towels you bought. The red shop in the background is used in avengers endgame.
Vision and black widow are talking outside it when they get attacked.
Also the train station is where captain America fights them all 🤣
Edinburgh, whilst stunning, really is a tourist trap in places - especially the Royal Mile. Stevie B summed things up well, and we're always happy when we, us Scots, hear Edinburgh not being slaughtered. As for the rest of our small, glorious, country - there's so much to see, explore, hear, and soak up. Edinburgh gets all the attention, but Glasgow is equally as stunning, even in the city centre if you look up. The rest, we've got the castles, we've got THAT glen (and many many others), there's THAT viaduct, and all our lovely islands beyond Skye. One area that is often overlooked is Dumfries and Galloway.
Your heartfelt reactions to seeing Edinburgh were beautiful to see. (As locals, we often take for granted what's on our doorstep.) You've earned a new subscriber. Safe travels and haste ye back.
Thank you so much, Derek! 😊
Great video .. I’ve just subscribed
After probably 20+ years without being on a train, for my wife’s 60th birthday last November we had a short break in London, travelling down from Newcastle.
We had a brilliant time, so much so, we immediately booked a few more trips. In March we had 3 days in Edinburgh (my 65th) followed by 3 in Glasgow in May, 3 more in London in August and last month 2 in Manchester and 2 in Liverpool. Already booked for 2024 are Edinburgh again in January, Leeds/York in March and Glasgow next June.
We are loving the travel experience .. we just wish we had started when we were younger.
Looking forward to your next videos having watched all yours last night.
Regards from Whitley Bay
We’re glad you’ve been enjoying your travels! 🙂 It’s never too late to start.
In the shop you had voldermort too
Best city in the uk, and one of the best in Europe. Are you guys going to see Prague? It’s a step up again…
We are indeed! In about two weeks, as of the time of this comment. Can’t wait! 😃
@@qlctravels I’m excited for you!
@@qlctravels hey I've been to Prague, u will love it I'm sure ❤ just try x avoid cab rides they can rip people off
Loved how much u loved scotland, ended up watching all your videos and look forward to the rest ❤
Thanks so much, Robert! 🙂
Aye going from Liverpool to Edinburgh is like going Omega to Alpha.
Really enjoyed watching this video, Edinburgh is amazing.❤
Thanks, Tim! 🙂 It really is a magical city.
God bless you both; it it would take a lifetime to discover the beauties of Edinburgh. You won't believe me but outside my door is a beach, where people are surfing, it is almost midwinter day, and I'm forty minutes' walk from Princes Street. Michael, Wardie Bay Brandon Breakwater. ( it's Grant-on but this bloody thing keeps 'correcting' me). Great vid. Haste he back. M.Edin.
Did you check out Muirhouse? Thats a bit of Edinburgh you really need to see.
Spend an evening in niddrie
@@andys2856 I always get the feeling that anything outside of the New Town just never gets explored by these vloggers. Cheek by jowl with some of the most socially deprived areas of Scotland, but look at the pretty townhouses!
Best city in the world, no comparison anywhere❤
You pronounced Edinburgh correctly 😂 most people don’t 😅 I love living back here after so long away! So happy you loved it 🥰
I worked in central Edinburgh when I was going through university. Classic question asked by a tourist.
The city is gorgeous but it seems weird that they built the castle so close to the train station.
I couldn’t think of a reply. Just smiled and served them whisky and coke😢as requested!