What's New Town like?
People go to New Town to see famous places such as Edinburgh Castle, as well as its many attractions such as Edinburgh Zoo. Take time to enjoy the neighbourhood's festivals and selection of cafes. Princes Street and Royal Mile are a couple of popular sights that will definitely leave an impression.
How to get to New Town
New Town is located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from the heart of Edinburgh.
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
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- St. Andrew Square
- Scott Monument
- Charlotte Square
Things to do in New Town
- Princes Street
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Scottish National Gallery
- St James Quarter
Other popular New Town attractions
- Georgian House
- Princes Street Gardens
- Waterloo Place
- Omni Centre Edinburgh
- Victoria Street
