Discover the Royal Mile

Traders on the Royal Mile are ready to welcome visitors in the run up to Christmas.

Let us remind you of some of the names of the local businesses which offer unusual experiences, gifts and things to treat yourself to.

Camera Obscura World Of Illusion - with timed bookings and more space to enjoy the fabulous illusions there has never been a better time to visit. And don't forget Mary King's Close where you can discover the "town" below the High Street.

Mimi's Little Bakehouse - just one of the places the family run business has in town where you can enjoy a coffee and a cake in peace - or take away and enjoy at home.

Nic from Ragamuffin says they have been buoyed by the support of their customers. They have beautiful clothes and knits from Scotland and beyond to keep you cosy. Barnetts Shoes is an Edinburgh institution selling good quality footwear, and if you don't know the name your feet have been missing out.

Whiskibar is a multi award winning whisky bar and Scottish restaurant on the Royal Mile, full of character and with a brilliant atmosphere. And Jeffrey Street Whisky was opened in 2014 by four like-minded individuals, with a passion for whisky and all things tobacco. "We bring with us a breath of fresh air to the industry and an efficiency not yet rivalled".

Calzeat is one of Scotland's premier manufacturers of high quality jacquard textile products with an emphasis on design, value and customer service.

Cranachan & Crowdie offer the best food and drink from around Scotland. You can send hampers of goodies or buy them for yourself. Watch out for our Royal Mile feature next month.