Highlights

A short distance from Best Western's hotels, wander Edinburgh areas and districts from the medieval Old Town to seafront Leith.

Old Town and Grassmarket

The medieval Old Town is the most central of Edinburgh's areas and districts to explore while staying at your Best Western hotel. Walk along the Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Find unusual gifts in the tiny wynds (alleyways), and explore the cobbled streets and historic pubs of Grassmarket.

New Town and the West End

Built in the 18th century, New Town is an area of Georgian splendour. Today it lies between Princes Street and Queen Street and houses chic boutiques, bars and restaurants. A few minutes away is the West End, renowned for its designer shopping, particularly around William and Stafford Streets.

Leith

The Leith Walkway winds its way north along the Water of Leith. Located by the sea in North Edinburgh, Leith is home to tranquil parks, upmarket restaurants and the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Edinburgh Fact

Edinburgh's New Town is the most extensive area of surviving Georgian architecture in the world, built when the Old Town was bursting at its seams.

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