Life in Edinburgh revolves around its Old and New Towns. The transition between their architecture shows the change through time from history to modern times. Both add to the cultural and historical beauty of the city. Set against the breath-takingly beautiful green Edinburgh hills, the winding streets, stone buildings and happy people of Edinburgh make the city the best weekend get-away.
Things to do and see in Old Town of Edinburgh
The tightly packed, old-fashioned, stone buildings add an essence to the city difficult to not admire. They speak of a fascinating history that cannot be ignored. The Royal Mile is the main road to keep track of in the area - it marks what is known as the Old Town. One end of the Mile is the Scottish Parliament and the other end the famous and beautiful Edinburgh Castle. The Palace of Holyroodhouse (the Queen's residence in Edinburgh is near the Scottish Parliament.
Fried Mars is the Edinburgh delicacy that cannot be missed. A walk leading from the Mile towards Festival City, literally 5 minutes away, is Edinburgh Cafe serving the best Fish & Chips in the city and the divine Fried chocolate of your choice. Fudge Kitchen, for special home-made fudgy recipes of chocolate, and hazelnut sweets, is another must stop-over after all the calories from Fried Mars have been burnt out with the walking around the Old and New Towns.
The Royal Mile is surrounded by steeply sloping streets, cobbled pavements, scenic buildings, and a feel that is nostalgic in an uncanny way.
Edinburgh Castle is located at the top of the Royal Mile
Unarguably the perfect spot to view the Edinburgh city is from the castle - it pays off the steep walk to the top of the Royal Mile. Being the top most tourist attraction of the city, the walk up to the castle is filled with souvenir shops, and stalls selling Edinburgh specialties. With the Scottish pipes playing in the background the streets along the Royal Mile and the life surrounding it is bustling with energy and happiness.
On your way back down the Royal Mile, if there is time its reasonable to stop by at the free-entry museums and visitor centres or just walk straight to the Princes Street with its shops and galleries.
What is New Town in Edinburgh like
The New Town is mainly centred around the Princes Street. Its Princes Street where the car needs to park and one can walk to discover the array of stylish shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. Located next to the main shopping centre, the Princes Street Garden provides a great view of the Edinburgh castle.
Signs for Harvey Nichols and Jenners can be seen from the Waverley Centre, which is the central square of the City. Waverley located close to both New and Old Town is where most of the trains and buses from other British cities come to a stop. The Edinburgh Museum is also located close to this stop.
The West End of Edinburgh
This area of Edinburgh is perfect for boutique shopping. It is easy to get to from Princes Street and has several options for restaurants and cafes. West End is marked by its cobbled streets which add a character to the place. If its quirky jewelry, vintage clothes or home interiors and exteriors, this is just the place in Edinburgh.
Royal Yacht Brittania stops at Leith
Located ten minutes from the city centre, Leith is Edinburgh's coastal area. This is where the Royal Yacht Brittania also comes and attracts major tourist interest. Leith, like the rest of Edinburgh is also full of history and culture, and its achitecture and calm waterfront speak of that. The area is also bustling with the three Bs - bistros, bars and boutiques. Restaurants here serve the best sea food in the city with its freshly caught fish. For shopping lovers, Leith includes a stylish Ocean Terminal shopping complex.
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Edinburgh in short
A right choice? Oh yes it is! Buying those coach or train or airline tickets headed for Edinburgh will be a decision never to be regretted (unless of course the realization dawns that a drive up to the city was probably a better choice).
Author Sunil S.
Things to do and see in Old Town of Edinburgh
The tightly packed, old-fashioned, stone buildings add an essence to the city difficult to not admire. They speak of a fascinating history that cannot be ignored. The Royal Mile is the main road to keep track of in the area - it marks what is known as the Old Town. One end of the Mile is the Scottish Parliament and the other end the famous and beautiful Edinburgh Castle. The Palace of Holyroodhouse (the Queen's residence in Edinburgh is near the Scottish Parliament.
Fried Mars is the Edinburgh delicacy that cannot be missed. A walk leading from the Mile towards Festival City, literally 5 minutes away, is Edinburgh Cafe serving the best Fish & Chips in the city and the divine Fried chocolate of your choice. Fudge Kitchen, for special home-made fudgy recipes of chocolate, and hazelnut sweets, is another must stop-over after all the calories from Fried Mars have been burnt out with the walking around the Old and New Towns.
The Royal Mile is surrounded by steeply sloping streets, cobbled pavements, scenic buildings, and a feel that is nostalgic in an uncanny way.
Edinburgh Castle is located at the top of the Royal Mile
Unarguably the perfect spot to view the Edinburgh city is from the castle - it pays off the steep walk to the top of the Royal Mile. Being the top most tourist attraction of the city, the walk up to the castle is filled with souvenir shops, and stalls selling Edinburgh specialties. With the Scottish pipes playing in the background the streets along the Royal Mile and the life surrounding it is bustling with energy and happiness.
On your way back down the Royal Mile, if there is time its reasonable to stop by at the free-entry museums and visitor centres or just walk straight to the Princes Street with its shops and galleries.
What is New Town in Edinburgh like
The New Town is mainly centred around the Princes Street. Its Princes Street where the car needs to park and one can walk to discover the array of stylish shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. Located next to the main shopping centre, the Princes Street Garden provides a great view of the Edinburgh castle.
Signs for Harvey Nichols and Jenners can be seen from the Waverley Centre, which is the central square of the City. Waverley located close to both New and Old Town is where most of the trains and buses from other British cities come to a stop. The Edinburgh Museum is also located close to this stop.
The West End of Edinburgh
This area of Edinburgh is perfect for boutique shopping. It is easy to get to from Princes Street and has several options for restaurants and cafes. West End is marked by its cobbled streets which add a character to the place. If its quirky jewelry, vintage clothes or home interiors and exteriors, this is just the place in Edinburgh.
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Royal Yacht Brittania stops at Leith
Located ten minutes from the city centre, Leith is Edinburgh's coastal area. This is where the Royal Yacht Brittania also comes and attracts major tourist interest. Leith, like the rest of Edinburgh is also full of history and culture, and its achitecture and calm waterfront speak of that. The area is also bustling with the three Bs - bistros, bars and boutiques. Restaurants here serve the best sea food in the city with its freshly caught fish. For shopping lovers, Leith includes a stylish Ocean Terminal shopping complex.
Booking.com
Edinburgh in short
A right choice? Oh yes it is! Buying those coach or train or airline tickets headed for Edinburgh will be a decision never to be regretted (unless of course the realization dawns that a drive up to the city was probably a better choice).
Author Sunil S.
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