Considered one of the prettiest Mews lane in Edinburgh between the Georgian town houses in the New Town and the old village of Stockbridge, Circus Lane is only 10 min from the city centre. Once used as a service street to keep coaches and horses, today the old stables are used as garages. If you … Read more
The Writer’s Museum holds a rich collection of manuscripts, first editions and portraits dedicated to the lives and work of Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson amongst other great literary figures of Scotland. Right between the Royal Mile and the Mound, in Lady Stair’s close, is this hidden gem for literature lovers … Read more
Literally meters away from the hostel you can find the Meadows, a large public park that consists mainly of open grassland crossed by tree-lined paths. It also has tennis courts and recreational sport pitches, a children’s playground and a free, public golf course. If you’re a golf lover, check the deals offered at the Golf … Read more
Originally a small outlying village, Stockbridge was incorporated into the City of Edinburgh in the 19th century. Located between the New Town and Comely Bank, its name is Scots stock brig, meaning a timber bridge. The current bridge was built in 1801 and goes over the Water of Leith. Famous by its architecture and its … Read more
A multi-level park in the middle of the city, full of green, flowers, and an open cafe with views to the Castle and the Valley. The public toilets in the west entrance are just a great bonus. Perfect on a sunny day to sit and relax right in the busiest street of Edinburgh, so if … Read more
Just a short walk from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile is the Holyrood Park, a 640 acre Royal Park right behind Holyrood Palace. Its main touristic point is Arthur’s Seat, a 251m high ancient volcano that gives excellent views of the city. With its diverse geology and flora it is also site of special scientific interest. Get … Read more
Right in the New Town between George Street and Princes Street you will find this iconic pedestrianised street built in the 1770. Initially thought for housing, it periodically evolved into a dynamic street famous for its shops, pubs and restaurants. Many of Princes Street’s main shops have back entrances into Rose Street, including Jenners or … Read more
Right in the city centre, Calton Hill is another must-do of your visit to Edinburgh. It takes about five minutes to get to the top using the main staircase at Regent Road (or alternatively, you can drive up and park there) and it offers a 360 degree stunning view from Edinburgh: the city, the seaside, … Read more
Just a few miles from the city centre, Portobello, an independent town until 1896, retains its unique character and sense of identity due to its elegant Georgian and Victorian architecture. Today’s architecture and the two miles of sandy beach, make Portobello a gorgeous seaside suburb that has become a must for many visitors of Scotland’s … Read more
You can reach Cramond by bus directly from the city centre or the hostel itself – bus 41 stops right by Argyle Backpackers and takes you to Cramond in about 40 minutes. Cramond Island is a tidal island in the Firth of Forth reached at low tide by a causeway which is a bit shorter … Read more