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The oldest department store in the world, founded in the 1830s but occupying its present site since 1895. A miscellany of high quality goods and grand surrounds.

Made-to-measure kilts and a gathering of the tartans. Also a branch on the High Street.

One of several boutique fashion stores that have made George Street their home over the last few years. High fashion for women.

The place to go to keep abreast of all the foreign news/ stories from back home. Good selection of foreign-language papers and magazines.

His cheeses are celebrated all around Scotland, and feature on many an Edinburgh menu, but the Victoria Street branch goes beyond matters dairy to embrace a panoply of culinary delicacies. Stock your hamper here.

Scottish handmade soaps and all manner of colourful, squeezy and curvaceous bathroom accessories in aquatic hues. A useful stop for pleasant-smelling presents.

One of a handful of independent bookshops just to the west of Grassmarket selling a mix of new and secondhand books. West Port’s selection focuses on the arts.

A range of limited edition works from contemporary print-makers at very reasonable prices

The best delicatessen in Edinburgh. Trading since the 1930s, Valvona & Crolla offer a wonderful selection of wines, great bread and fine Italian sauces.

Before heading for the hills, check out Tiso for all your outdoor activity paraphernalia: boots, tents, climbing ropes and compasses galore.