A walk around the old town is a must for all tourists. There are ghost walks at night, guided by the best leaders, there are souviner shops to die for, and all shop keepers are friendly and have a great sense of humour. It definately brings out a great atmosphere of scotland. I prefer this over the new town.

real sense of authenticity in this part of edinburgh despite the tourists.. Love it.. Highly recommend a visit...

Edinburgh's Old Town is unlike anything I have ever seen. Allthough most of the buildings are over 700 years old, they are often more than 7 stories high! The closes, small alleys between streets are narrow and mysterious, the Vaults in the old bridges used to house people. Besides paying a visit it is definetely worth ist to do a... More

What is not to love about visiting Edinburgh, from wondering through the old streets and laneways, hopping off and on the buses, through the wonderful museums and art galleries. So much to do, does not matter what the weather it is well worth the visit. Yes I can understand about the tourist sales area, but that is just part of... More

We spent an few hours wandering around this area. Some lovely architecture and great theatres and university. Many fine older buildings.

I loved the old buildings, the brickpaved streets. It has atmosphere, but I found all the modern touristshops ruined some of the impression. The last thing I want to find when Im in a historic place is "made in China" items.

Full of interesting shops and fabulous restaurants. Need good walking shoes as there is a lot to see & do in this area & lots of Ghosts around apparently?

Great place to be in great people and friendly lot of shops cafes eating place and history Mary close the under ground streets ,great to see how the people used to live

The old town takes you back in the past take the toerist bus hip hop See the Edinburg Castle but be shure to take more than you time