The Top 10 Things To See And Do In New Town, Edinburgh

A manageable climb can be found in Calton Hill at the eastern end of Princes Street. The view offered back down Prince Street from this hilltop was Robert Louis Stevenson’s favourite of Edinburgh, and the collected monuments occupying this hillside are some of Edinburgh’s most architecturally significant works. If you happen to be in town for one of the several fireworks displays Edinburgh throws throughout the year, Calton Hill is the ideal spot to catch them.

For an old-fashioned speakeasy experience in the New Town, Panda and Sons is worth a visit. It is deceptively disguised by a charming vintage barber shop facade, replete with old fashioned blow-dry chair in the entrance foyer, and a false bookcase doorway. Once you’ve crossed this red herring of a threshold, you’ll uncover a fantastic cocktail joint hidden behind.

Fortitude Coffee Merchants is a compact yet dynamic purveyor of flavorful and ethically sourced coffees. Located on York Place, it’s the perfect stop if you want to grab a quick cappuccino. With their delicious brews and a great selection of newspapers, and cakes, Fortitude is a delightful weekend afternoon hide out.

Edinburgh Farmers Market is in its 15th year, and hosts over 50 specialist producers who grow and rear the fresh local produce they sell. Tasting samples are commonplace across the stalls, so try before you buy from some of these esteemed suppliers.