All of the chocolates produced and sold here are organic and ethically traded. Gorgeous gift boxes are available.
174 Bruntsfield Place
The focus here is on Scottish folk music in all its forms, but you'll also find plenty of other traditional music from around the globe.
12 Bank Street
Concrete Wardrobe is staffed by some of the designers whose work is sold in it, so expect some expert help with making your choice. There's a lot to enjoy...
50A Broughton StreetIts ranges of colourful dresses, pretty tops and skirts make Cookie feel like a vintage shop. The twist is that all the stock is new, and includes plenty of...
29a-31 Cockburn Street
For more than 30 years, Corniche has been the byword for designer shopping in the city. Designers such as Westwood, Nigel Cabourne and Gaultier are...
2-4 Jeffrey Street
This high-quality butcher is best known for its extensive array of sausages: the likes of wild boar, apricot and stilton, or venison, port and calvados...
97-101 Broughton StreetCruise has been catering to fashion-conscious Scots for 20 years now. Brands include Armani, Dior, Prada, Gucci, John Smedley, Dolce & Gabbana, Ghost and...
94 George StreetCult caters to casual twentysomethings with a variety of brands: Superdry, Electro Honey, Breed and the like. If it's on-trend, it'll be here.
7-9 North BridgeThe Cupboard is one of those rare fashion shops in which the customer is always valued and isn't placed a poor second to the clothes. With labels such as...
10 William StreetEverything a comic shop should be: small, stacked, and staffed by guys who really know their stuff. Deadhead offers American superhero titles, lesser-known...
27 Candlemaker RowOnce you've negotiated the various levels, you'll find a good fashion selection: the Designers at Debenhams range features clothes by the likes of Ben de...
109-112 Princes StreetThis 'liquid deli' allows you to try drinks before you buy. There are unusual British-sourced liqueurs, such as elderflower vodka and damson gin.
32 Victoria StreetCovetable contemporary furniture and accessories from world-famous names such as Vitra and Panton.
116-120 Causewayside
This is a sumptuous, independently owned cosmetics and beauty boutique, with products from Becca, Mama Mio, Anqelique, Alive and Well, Korres and many more....
22 Raeburn Place