Historic Walking Areas in Edinburgh

THE 5 BEST Edinburgh Historic Walking Areas

Historic Walking Areas in Edinburgh

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  • Monti R
    Vancouver Island, Canada16 contributions
    We participated in a 2 hr walking tour of Old Edinburgh. Our guide Kenny, was both informative and entertaining. Would highly recommend this tour. Payment is by donation.
    Written July 31, 2023
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  • Jeppe S
    Copenhagen, Denmark737 contributions
    The New Town of Edinburgh is part of the attraction of the city. It has many nice buildings and several attractions. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with Old Town.
    Written May 23, 2023
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  • Ana L
    2 contributions
    It was extremely cozy, staff were really nice and the location was amazing.
    And for the price, it exceeded all of my expectations.
    Written August 31, 2021
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  • johnhouston2
    Knaresborough, UK4,892 contributions
    Dating from 1760, this Neo-classical building is situated within a quadrangle of attractive stone buildings. Although it probably isn’t on most tourist itineraries of things to see and do, I reckon it is well worth taking the time to slow down when visiting the Old Town and simply take in the splendid architecture all around you.

    I believe that this building also houses some shops and a cafe but, in these current Covid days, we weren’t able to visit the interior.
    Written November 24, 2020
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  • Wombling_Free_7548
    Bristol, UK1,961 contributions
    This marks the spot where people used to be executed, so has a poignant history. Watch out for people spitting on the heart - its tradition.
    Written August 5, 2021
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  • Malgorzata
    12,108 contributions
    North Bridge Arcade is a beautiful, covered shopping arcade. It connects North Bridge with Cockburn Street . This Victorian passage is one of the few objects that type, we can see in Scotland now. Built in 1900 and features original shop windows with bowed plate glass. You can also see coffered ceilings and a beautiful dome with stained glass windows. A beautiful, historic place.
    Written September 16, 2020
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  • Malgorzata
    12,108 contributions
    In Edinburgh, there is a small area adjacent to Holyrood Palace referred to on street signs as Croft-an-Righ. It's length is 162m. The name Croft-an-Righ, applies also to a little L-shaped mansion immediately outside the garden of Holyroodhouse. Judging by its architectural detail, it dates from the 16th century, and was extensively remodelled in the 17th century. Croft An Righ is an outstanding example of a traditional 17th century mansion house . The building is currently used as offices by Historic Scotland. Really lovely place.
    Written March 9, 2023
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