![]() ![]() The New Town (around 250 years old, everything being relative) has airy boulevards and clipped squares along an orderly grid.įurther out are districts including the West End (fairly smart), Leith (the rough-cut setting of Trainspotting, now steadily gentrifying) and the Southside (low-key and studenty). The Old Town is the medieval quarter, where packed tenements rise high and cobbled streets and wynds (alleys) stretch down from the famous Royal Mile. But it’s not any ill feeling that keeps the city apart – instead a valley containing the elegant Princes Street Gardens and Waverly Station separates the Old and New Towns. The Old and New Towns are separated by a valley containing the elegant Princes Street Gardens © lou armor / Shutterstock Why are there two towns?Ĭentral Edinburgh is a city divided. There’s no need to pack anything particularly formal. You’re likely to do a fair bit of walking, so a pair of comfy shoes is important. ![]() Edinburgh rarely gets that cold, but it can change from bright sunshine to rain-lashed darkness in a heartbeat. You’ll need a jacket whenever you’re visiting. The Edinburgh City Pass is worth a look if you’re also going to hit attractions such as the Castle and Leith’s Royal Yacht Britannia – it includes access to the fun city bus tours too.īeyond that, booking online a day or so before you go is a good idea for the castle – you can save money and waiting time. The biggest shows, including the Tattoo, should be booked well in advance too. The earlier you book your accommodation the better, especially during the Festival. Things also get pretty busy around Hogmanay (the run-up to New Year), but the madness is shorter-lived. If you’re going, book your accommodation months in advance and be ready to book the biggest shows early too. The world’s biggest arts festival takes over the city every August. Dodge the Festival (unless you’re here for the Festival) Get more travel inspiration, tips and exclusive offers sent straight to your inbox with our weekly newsletter. But if you don’t mind a spot of dreich (dismal) weather, come in the colder months, when you can mix warm pubs and museums with bracing strolls along atmospheric streets. Summer, when the days are long and bright and the winds are generally docile, will suit most visitors best. Buses arrive at St Andrew’s Square in the New Town, just north of the center. Train passengers roll into Edinburgh Waverley – travelers coming from England will get gorgeous coastal views on the way up. If you’re arriving from outside Britain and you’re not a UK citizen, you’ll need to fill out a passenger locator form. Buses (cheaper), trams (quicker when the roads are busy) and taxis (good for door-to-door drop-offs) connect the terminal with the city center. Planning your trip to Edinburgh Arriving in EdinburghĮdinburgh's airport is 8 miles (13km) away. Squeeze every moment out of your next vacation with tips and tricks from Lonely Planet in our weekly newsletter delivered to your inbox. ![]()
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