What's New Town like?
Visitors really like New Town, especially its historical sites, festivals and cafes. Take time to enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and selection of shops. If you're hunting for the perfect souvenir, head over to Princes Street to shop. There's plenty more to see, including Assembly Rooms and George Street.
How to get to New Town
Flying to:
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from New Town
Getting to New Town on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Princes Street Tram Stop
- St Andrew Square Tram Stop
Things to see and do in and around New Town
What to see in New Town
- Princes Street
- Assembly Rooms
- St. Andrew Square
- Scott Monument
- Charlotte Square
Things to do in New Town
- George Street
- Scottish National Gallery
- St James Quarter
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Other popular New Town attractions
- Georgian House
- Princes Street Gardens
- Waterloo Place
- Calton Hill
- Scottish National Portrait Gallery