Areas & Neighbourhoods

12 in-depth guides

The Old Town, the New Town, Leith, Stockbridge and Dean Village: what each area feels like, what is there, and where to base yourself.

Edinburgh Neighbourhoods: Complete Area-by-Area Guide (2026)

Every Edinburgh neighbourhood a visitor might want, with an honest verdict on each: Old Town, New Town, Stockbridge, Dean Village,…

September 7, 2026

The complete walking guide to Edinburgh New Town architecture - Charlotte Square, Moray Place, Royal Circus, the architects, the buildings,…

August 25, 2026

Arthur's Seat Edinburgh hike - 4 routes ranked, summit views, timing, what to wear & how to combine with other…

June 22, 2026

Dean Village Edinburgh walk - 30-min loop, Stockbridge circuit & full Water of Leith Walkway. Best photo spots and tips…

June 21, 2026

Greyfriars Bobby Edinburgh — the loyal dog statue, the haunted Kirkyard, the Mackenzie Poltergeist and Harry Potter connections. 2026 visitor…

May 21, 2026

Real Mary King's Close Edinburgh — tickets, what to expect on the tour, the Wee Annie ghost story, and how…

May 20, 2026

Medieval Edinburgh history walking guide — the Royal Mile, surviving 12th-15th century buildings, and a self-guided route through the Old…

May 19, 2026

Grassmarket Edinburgh — historic pubs, Saturday market, restaurants and the dark execution history. Complete 2026 area guide.

May 15, 2026

Edinburgh closes and wynds — a complete guide to 25+ hidden Royal Mile alleys, their histories, and the city's secret…

May 14, 2026

Calton Hill Edinburgh — National Monument, Nelson Monument, sunset views, walking routes and visitor tips. Edinburgh's best free viewpoint.

May 13, 2026