UNESCO World Heritage · Central Scotland
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
In or near Edinburgh.
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh — group of structures or buildings in City of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Nearest railway station
- Haymarket · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, the nearest railway station is Haymarket, located 0.6 km away. The postcode for navigation is EH3 7EG, and the site is wheelchair accessible. Entry information is not specified.
About
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Wikidata describes it as: "group of structures or buildings in City of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.9500°, -3.2167°.
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Official information
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral is a prominent church in Edinburgh, known for its stunning architecture and vibrant community. Visitors can explore the cathedral's interior, attend services, and enjoy the beautiful grounds. The cathedral also hosts a variety of events and concerts throughout the year.
Place summary
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, located in central Scotland, are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area showcases a blend of historic and modern urban planning, reflecting the city's development from the medieval period to the 18th century.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9500, -3.2167
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH3 7EG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Phone
- +44 131 225 6293
- Nearest railway station
- Haymarket — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Daily 8am–6pm; 8am–5pm on weekends
- Official site
- www.cathedral.net
Sources
- wikidata: Q15260680 (CC0)
- commons: New town from the Castle 2.JPG (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Nearby
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Thistle Hotel
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The Chester Residence
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The Edinburgh Residence
The Edinburgh Residence — a hotel in scotland central.
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St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
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📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Robert Viscount Melville
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📷 3Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
The Awda Key
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Where to eat & stay near Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Places to stay
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
Thistle Hotel
Thistle Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
The Chester Residence
The Chester Residence — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
The Edinburgh Residence
The Edinburgh Residence — a hotel in scotland central.
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📷 7Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Public House, 133 Lothian Road, Edinburgh
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152, 154 Rose Street, Edinburgh
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
- Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 7EG).
- What is Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
- Old and New Towns of Edinburgh — group of structures or buildings in City of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH3 7EG.
- How do I get to Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 7EG.