The annual celebration of Scotland's greatest ever poet Robert Burns takes place this Thursday, January 25, with so much to do in Edinburgh to mark the occasion.
The Bard's birthday will see lots of fun events taking place in the city on the day as well as into the weekend. Special events will be held at Edinburgh tourist attractions including Mary King's Close, Royal Yacht Britannia and the National Museum of Scotland.
We've looked at the 10 best ways to celebrate Burns Night in Edinburgh this week, with fun events for all ages, as well as the more traditional events celebrating the Bard's poetry and music, and of course enjoy some haggis, neeps and tatties. While, if your name starts or ends with Robert(s) you are able to enjoy the traditional meal for free at selected Edinburgh bars.
We've looked at the 10 best ways to celebrate Burns Night in Edinburgh this week, with fun events for all ages, as well as the more traditional events celebrating the Bard's poetry and music, and of course enjoy some haggis, neeps and tatties. While, if your name starts or ends with Robert(s) you are able to enjoy the traditional meal for free at selected Edinburgh bars.
13. Queen's Arms
Toast Scotland's national bard at The Queen's Arms x Highland Park event. For £35 per person, you can enjoy a traditional three-course meal, serenaded by a bagpiper's melodies and immerse yourself in the soul-stirring words of Burns during a poetry reading. For an additional £15, you can have each course expertly paired with a Highland Park whisky. | Spey Photo: Spey