Old Town
The Old Town of the city should be the starting point for those visiting Edinburgh for the first time.
Its historical importance and the preservation of its buildings and landmarks were some of the reasons why it was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1995.
In one end you will find the Edinburgh Castle and the beginning of Old Town main street, the Royal Mile, which leads all the way down to Holyrood Abbey. Narrow closes, often no more than a few feet wide, lead downhill on either side of the Royal Mile.
Places of interest in Old Town include the St Gile’s Cathedral, the City Chambers, the Scottish Parliament Building, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the National Museum of Scotland, Surgeons’ Hall, the University of Edinburgh, and numerous underground streets and vaults.
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Examples of self-catering apartments in this area
2 Bedroom Apartment in Old Town (Ref.12)
- 1 double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
- TV, DVD and Internet access Wifi
- Views of the Edinburgh Castle
What our guests say about it:
“We booked the flat at very short notice. Edinburgh flats made everything so simple for us – they were lovely. John met us and gave us tips on the area. The flat was perfectly situated, very quiet, but very central (guessed 5 mins walk to the castle – view from window. Theaters, restaurants, “real” shops, etc. right there). The friendly owner of the small shop nextdoor (lovely sandwiches & also runs taxis) is very helpful, too. The view of the castle from the bedrooms has imprinted itself on my brain. We will certainly stay in Edinburgh again! ”
By Hannah from Southern Germany on 01/04/2011 for a stay in March 2011
3 Bedroom Apartment in Old Town (Ref.75)
- 1 double bed, 3 single beds and 1 sofa bed
- TV, DVD and Internet access Wifi
- Views of the Arthur’s Seat
- 270m from Royal Mile
What our guests say about it:
“This 3 bedroom flat was situated in the heart of Edinburgh, central to all places of interest. The furniture and fitting were all top of the range, a real home from home. The place was spotless and has everything you need for your stay.I hope to visit again.”
By Carol from Wexford, Ireland on 21/03/2011 for a stay in March 2011
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