Old Town
Edinburgh’s iconic and historic Old Town is the beating heart and soul of the city. It encompasses all the world-famous spots like Edinburgh Castle, sitting on its imposing volcanic rock; the Royal Mile with its cobbled streets and mysterious closes; the Grassmarket with its weekly food market, its artisan eateries and famed pubs; the cobbled, winding Victoria Street, with its colourful independent shops and restaurants, the inspiration behind Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley. You’ll be walking up and down ancient steps, exploring atmospheric lanes, discovering countless restaurants, bars, coffee shops and chancing on something exciting around every corner.
Start your day with a ‘life feels good’ coffee at the soulful Milkman; take a break from exploring with a drink at the cool and atmospheric Devil’s Advocate; and end the day in style at the candle-lit, gothic-style The Witchery, in a stunning lane just steps from the Castle.
Old Town is packed with culinary gems, traditional pubs and cool cocktail bars to suit every taste. We include a Guidebook with all our top recommendations in each apartment. Some of our favourites include:
