I loved this part of the city, so rich with history and culture. It was beautiful! If you're in Edinburgh, it's something you just have to discover for yourself.

Take it slowly and really look - there are plenty of cafes along the route to take stock. OK it's a bit touristy but it's easy to avoid the tartan knick-knacks shops. Make sure that your peer into the wynds to get an idea of what the town was like. If you haven't time for National Trust for Scotland's Gladstone... More

The Royal Mile has everything: a magnificent castle, pubs, shopping, a queens palace, cathedrals, tours, everything. Most of all the architecture is beautiful and solidly built. Best of all, its one long straight road so you can't get lost.

The buildings and architecture are stunning! I love that no chain stores are allowed in to ruin the beauty of this area.

The Royal Mile is pretty touristy - and worth the trip for every tourist! The Scots offer hospitality like no where else in Britain, and their food is a notch up from London, as well as being 'different' - check out any pub or cafe for a quick and delicious bite - visit the Scotch tasting place and the castle... More

Edinburgh is so different, the old town even more so, history at every turn. A vibrant sort of place, explore the closes. The old town is like a 2 story town, just needs exploring, great food and drink.

I loved the old town. Like the Mile though the obvious bits are rammed with shops selling tartan and cashmere to tourists. So grab your camera and explore the back streets (some amazing architecture)

Beautiful city, full of culture and street entertainers. The old buildings were stunning to look at especially on the Royal Mile

This is my favorite part of Edinburgh, steeped in history, great architecture. Well served by great restaurants, bars, shops and sights. High tenement buildings with small alleys full of character. When in Edinburgh this is a must!