Sarah Mackenzie

Edinburgh

Spotter since 2020

About me

About me
Hi! I’m Sarah. I’m a marketing professional and travel writer. Based in Edinburgh’s city centre, I’ve worked for some of Scotland’s most prestigious tourism boards, hotels and attractions. Teaching people about my beautiful city and country is one of my favourite pastimes.

I love storytelling. My own website focuses on vegan travel on a tight budget. My love of animals and environmental welfare means that I regularly document projects and interest stories covering these topics.

Why Edinburgh
I’ve visited 40 countries and countless cities, but Edinburgh will always be home. I may be biased, but Scotland is one of the friendliest places in the world. Despite its capital status, Edinburgh is statistically quite small in comparison to others, and I truly believe that its size contributes to bringing people together. This also makes it a wonderful location for tourists, as pretty much everything is within walking distance!

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My spots (21)

Green. Leith

Plant shop with social mission

"Green. Leith" is a refreshing and colourful addition to the well-known street in Edinburgh. They really take green plants & accessories to a new level!

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Shopping

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Feb 11, 2025

Little Free Library

Birdhouse book stops

"Little Free Library" in Edinburgh is a project for neighbourhood book exchanges. It has really caught on here -- look for the birdhouse mini libraries!

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Art & culture

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

Antony Gormley Sculptures

River statues

The "Antony Gormley Sculptures" are six human-like statues across Edinburgh. Four of them are actually in the river! I love introducing visitors to them...

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

The Cactus House

Henderson Row

"The Cactus House" is one of my favourite little hidden gems (and photo stops). This impressive doorstep is adorned with flowers, cacti and so much more!

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Art & culture

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

The Forgotten Railway Tunnel

Scotland Street

There's a forgotten railway tunnel on Scotland Street in Edinburgh. I like toake people down there to give them a lesser-told history lesson...

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Art & culture

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

The ‘Heave Away’ Hoose

"I'm not dead yet"

"The ‘Heave Away’ Hoose" tells the story of a young boy who was the sole survivor of the collapse of a tall house in Edinburgh. So many such stories...

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Art & culture

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

Grow Urban

Plant & coffee shop

"Grow Urban" in Edinburgh is an independent plant shop that also has its very own coffee shop! Entering feels like stepping inside a jungle...

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Coffee & tea
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Shopping

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

Nor Loft

Rooftop champagne bar

"Nor Loft" in Edinburgh's Market Street Hotel's loft champagne bar has marvellous views and an unrivalled champagne selection. Lovely sunsets in summer!

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Bars

By

Sarah

Mackenzie

Jan 31, 2025

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