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The Old Town forms the heart of Edinburgh’s historical and cultural identity. Its iconic landmarks, including the Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, draw millions of visitors each year.
Everything you need to know about Edinburgh's Old Town. Dine, stay & things to do in this historic and bustling part of the city.
Edinburgh Old Town. 16,322 reviews. #5 of 540 things to do in Edinburgh. NeighborhoodsHistoric Walking Areas. Open now. 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM. Write a review. About. Edinburgh's oldest neighborhood, dating back to medieval times: these small streets are lined with wool shops, pubs and historical monuments.
The Old Town is home to some of Edinburgh’s biggest and best attractions. Grab a selfie at the city’s most iconic landmarks, or uncover the capital’s hidden gems down one of our many wynds and closes.
Edinburgh's Old Town is a jagged, jumbled maze of historic masonry riddled with closes, stairs, vaults and wynds (narrow alleys) leading off the cobbled ravine of the Royal Mile, which links Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are one of six UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Scotland. That’s quite the feat for such a compact country; it’s also testament to the scope and richness of Scotland’s culture and history.
The Best Things to Do in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Craig Neil April 19, 20211083 Views 23 min read. Edinburgh is Scotland’s premier tourist destination, with over 4 million visitors coming to the city each year to explore its royal palace, majestic castle, and imposing cathedral.
