Waverly Centre / St James Centre / Princes Street

Princes Street is perhaps one of the most famous shopping places in the world. Here you be able to enjoy the ultimate shopping experience. All the major chain stores can be found with many small and unique shops to visit as well. Of course a trip to Edinburgh must include a visit to the family owned Jenners department store where you will find a massive range of high quality goods. When you need a break, there a various cafes and restaurants available to suit everyones tastes or perhaps you'd like to have a snack outside in Princes Street Gardens. Don't forget to visit the Scott Monument when you're there. At the East end of Princes Street there are St James Centre and Waverly Centre which provide an addition range of shops.

Edinburgh Crystal

Your Gems hosts recommend that a tour of the Edinburgh Crystal Centre at Penicuik in the Heart of Midlothian. You will find the finest glass tableware and ornaments created by glass blowing techniques introduced to Scotland by the Venetians in the 1600s. This traditional craft has survived and has modernised over four centuries and is now based in its facility at Penicuik, Midlothian.

You can stand next to the glass blower and watch crafstmen engraving fine chrystal. You may even engrave your own glass (with help) and shop for that gift for a lifetime.

Further info: www.edinburgh-crystal.co.uk