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Edinburgh weather essentials

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Dec
43°F 6°C
33°F 0°C
Jan
43°F 6°C
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Feb
44°F 6°C
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Mar
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May
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42°F 5°C

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Dec 13
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Gulf Shores, Alabama
  • Resident population: 10,248 (est.)
  • Major features: beaches, water sports
  • 4,314 TripAdvisor reviews of 2,733 accommodations, 15 attractions and 91 restaurants
This resort community is known for its bright white beaches and soothing warm water. Daytime activities include scenic cruises, dolphin-watching and hiking.
Best fare found from Portland to Edinburgh: CAD890

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Maggie Dickson's
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #171 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh

This pub is named after a woman who survived the gallows, a punishment she received for allegedly murdering her newborn baby.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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Beehive Inn
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #172 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh

This restaurant-pub has been around for 300 years and specializes in haggis, a traditional Scottish dish.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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The Standing Order
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #173 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Bar/club
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The Cramond Inn
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #174 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Bar/club
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Three Sisters
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #175 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh

Large pub located in the Cowgate with an outdoor courtyard and a number of themed bar areas inside.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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Caledonian Spa Hilton Edinburgh
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #176 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh
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3D Loch Ness Experience
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 2 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #177 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh
Attraction type: Museum; Movie theater; Other
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Jenner's
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #178 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh

Ritzy department store selling everything from bedding to Edinburgh Crystal.

Attraction type: Department store
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The Ensign Ewart
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #179 of 255 attractions in Edinburgh

Fun, friendly pub with lots of atmosphere.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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National Monument

This monument, although begun in 1822 was never finished. It was to have been an imitation of the Parthenon and now remains an unfinished but authentic part of Edinburgh's skyline.

Attraction type: Monument
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Old Tolbooth

Speaking of grudges... All that is left of this old prison, demolished in 1817, is a single stone which is still spat upon with contempt even today.

Attraction type: Old jail
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Carnoustie

One of the most beautiful golf resorts in Scotland.

Attraction type: Golf course
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Road Hole Bar

Friendly pub sells over 110 different varieties of single-malt whiskey.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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Lizard Lounge

Funky bar with a youthful atmosphere: this place is one of Edinburgh's most popular hot spots.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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The Traverse

The avant garde of Edinburgh's night life: a cutting edge bar for cutting edge tastes.

Attraction type: Bar/club; Theater
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The Meadows

Pleasantly green park, perfect for jogging, walking and lounging.

Attraction type: Garden
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Canal Boat

Beautifully decorated barges take kids and their families on "Fairytale cruises."

Attraction type: Ship; Tour
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Midlothian Ski Centre

Artificial snow keeps this family-focused ski resort in business long after the winter season ends.

Attraction type: Ski area
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Kays Bar

This friendly bar has a large selection of whiskeys.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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Shore Bar

Fun and friendly bar patronized by locals and tourists alike.

Attraction type: Bar/club
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