Central Edinburgh
The meticulously planned elegance of the Georgian New Town
contrasts with the evolved layout of the Old Town. Both areas
continue to have large resident communities.
Wander down the Royal Mile (High Street). It’s the
backbone of the Capital and stretches from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of
Holyroodhouse.
Tour the underground vaults which were once occupied by
Edinburgh’s overcrowded population. They were sociable places
where the occupants drank claret (then a safer alternative to the
water) and ate oysters from the Forth. The friendly tradition
of enjoying a drink or two in the city continues in the Old Town to
this day. Visit the Cowgate and the Grassmarket for a landmark
night out.
Parallel to the retail offering of Princes Street, George Street
typifies the grandeur of the New Town. Bars with Bauhaus
interiors have replaced Regency coffee houses, but the original
vision of New Town planners remains gloriously intact.
