Edinburgh City Guide
Neighbourhoods and Tourist Attractions
Tourist attractions
Check out www.edinburgh.org (Forever Edinburgh)
It has a list of top attractions, information on areas, a what’s on guide and itinerary ideas.
Stockbridge, to the north of the city centre, has a village feel and charm. It has a definite Bohemian vibe and many artists, musicians, poets, writers and thespians have made the area their home. Young professionals and decades-long residents co-mingle in this delightful pocket at the bottom of the New Town, which stretches all the way to the plush realm of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
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Stockbridge
Stockbridge, to the north of the city centre, has a village feel and charm. It has a definite Bohemian vibe and many artists, musicians, poets, writers and thespians have made the area their home. Young professionals and decades-long residents co-mingle in this delightful pocket at the bottom of the New Town, which stretches all the way to the plush realm of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
As far as iconic areas go, they don’t come more legendary than Leith. A wholesale regeneration hasn’t robbed Leith of its earthy qualities. Enjoy the delights from curio shops to a diverse range of cafés, restaurants and bars. Edinburgh’s exciting new waterfront development and boasting the award-winning Royal Yacht Britannia. Discover the shops, restaurants and galleries in the popular shore area of Leith - one of the coolest neighbourhoods in Europe
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Leith
As far as iconic areas go, they don’t come more legendary than Leith. A wholesale regeneration hasn’t robbed Leith of its earthy qualities. Enjoy the delights from curio shops to a diverse range of cafés, restaurants and bars. Edinburgh’s exciting new waterfront development and boasting the award-winning Royal Yacht Britannia. Discover the shops, restaurants and galleries in the popular shore area of Leith - one of the coolest neighbourhoods in Europe
Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic old town, behind the castle, the Grassmarket neighbourhood is one of the most vibrant, picturesque and lively areas of the city. A paradise of independent merchants, designers and artisans, the Grassmarket is simply bursting with some of the best shopping Edinburgh has to offer. The area is well known for being home to some of the best restaurants in Edinburgh as well as some of the most animated and eclectic bars.
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Grassmarket
10 GrassmarketNestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic old town, behind the castle, the Grassmarket neighbourhood is one of the most vibrant, picturesque and lively areas of the city. A paradise of independent merchants, designers and artisans, the Grassmarket is simply bursting with some of the best shopping Edinburgh has to offer. The area is well known for being home to some of the best restaurants in Edinburgh as well as some of the most animated and eclectic bars.
Explore miles of award-winning sandy beach, ice cream parlours, arcades and beach-side cafes and bars. The perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon, or even a winter one, if you want to blow away the cobwebs.
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Portobello
Explore miles of award-winning sandy beach, ice cream parlours, arcades and beach-side cafes and bars. The perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon, or even a winter one, if you want to blow away the cobwebs.
A paradise of charming cafes, specialist food retailers and charity shops full of vintage and designer fashions. Morningside's most famous fictional inhabitants include Muriel Spark's Miss Jean Brodie, and Maisie the Cat. Meanwhile, Bruntsfield Links are a the perfect spot for a summer barbecue, or to wrap up warm and watch the fireworks from Edinburgh Castle.
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Morningside
A paradise of charming cafes, specialist food retailers and charity shops full of vintage and designer fashions. Morningside's most famous fictional inhabitants include Muriel Spark's Miss Jean Brodie, and Maisie the Cat. Meanwhile, Bruntsfield Links are a the perfect spot for a summer barbecue, or to wrap up warm and watch the fireworks from Edinburgh Castle.
But it's not just for students. The Victorian architecture and preponderance of leafy squares make this a charming area to visit for a coffee and a wander. There are loads of venues and events, particularly during the festival. Plus, there are so many independent shops, cafes and restaurants to discover.
Southside
But it's not just for students. The Victorian architecture and preponderance of leafy squares make this a charming area to visit for a coffee and a wander. There are loads of venues and events, particularly during the festival. Plus, there are so many independent shops, cafes and restaurants to discover.
Maybe you fancy a boat trip under the Bridges, or maybe you're happy to admire them from afar, with a glass of wine on a restaurant terrace. Either way, head to South Queensferry for the very best views of the Forth, along with great independent shops, a charming beach and harbour, and two nearby stately homes to explore.
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Queensferry
Maybe you fancy a boat trip under the Bridges, or maybe you're happy to admire them from afar, with a glass of wine on a restaurant terrace. Either way, head to South Queensferry for the very best views of the Forth, along with great independent shops, a charming beach and harbour, and two nearby stately homes to explore.