Nothing more planned for today, other than some aimless wandering (isn't that the best kind?), so I might as well give a brief update.

Started the morning by heading down to Holyrood, visiting the Scottish Parliament building (it's pretty weird looking --- I'll post photos after I get back) and taking a brief hike up the mountain - yes, there's a mountain in the middle of the city - known as Arthur's Seat. The view was quite spectacular. Visited a few of the art museums that constitute the National Galleries -- some interesting surrealist stuff at the Dean Gallery, but otherwise, kind of dull (at least for my tastes).

Oh, I should make note of this. Made a stop at a cafe called Chocolate Soup (thanks for the recommendation) -- which serves hot chocolate of a very rich sort, as suggested by the name. Mmm.