The Old Town (Scots: Auld Toun) is the name popularly given to the oldest part of Scotland‘s capital city of Edinburgh. The area has preserved much of its medieval street plan and many Reformation-era buildings. Together with the 18th/19th-century New Town, it forms part of a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Is there a city […]

To mark National Walking Month this May, Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking, has surveyed over 2,000 people living in the UK’s 10 largest cities, to find the most walkable city. Is Edinburgh a walkable city? WE all know Edinburgh has some pretty amazing spots for a stroll – and now it has […]

It has some superb shops, but if you fancy a day trip from Edinburgh to a city where the shopping is a bit more concentrated then Glasgow won’t disappoint. Glasgow seems to have much more choice but Edinburgh is far superior on style. You could also have a nice lunch in Harvey Nics. What is […]

How much do halls of residence cost? The University of Edinburgh offer a standard room (self-catered, including bills) from £3,512 (under £100pw) to £6,413 (£168pw) for a 38-week lease, with some options for twin rooms available from £2,491 (£65pw). How do you pay for halls of residence? There are usually different payment options, such as […]

Edinburgh Zoo has announced the return of wolves following a 16-year hiatus. Three wolves have made their way from the Highland Wildlife Park. Due to hunting, habitat loss and diseases, they are now confined to small pockets in a handful of countries. Are there wolves in Edinburgh? Three male European wolves, named Dalls, Puika and […]

Uber is available in Edinburgh but not as readily as taxis or minicabs. Can I use Uber in Scotland? Scotland can use Uber now. Reuters Uber, the on-demand taxi app that pairs passengers with drivers, is launching in Scotland.Uber won’t be the only ridesharing service operating in Scotland, though. One of its biggest rivals, Gett, […]

After the Battle of Flodden in 1513, the inhabitants of the city built the Flodden Wall around Edinburgh to protect it from the English. However, the wall was not very effective and the English would breach it to attack the city on several occasions. Why was Edinburgh built? In the 17th century, Edinburgh was still […]

The reef tank in our Wee Beasties exhibit is home to a variety of marine animals. Coral reefs play an important part in the ocean ecosystem and support over 25% of all marine life on our planet. There are even reefs off the west coast of Scotland. Is there a reptile house at Edinburgh Zoo? […]

You can change the amount in this calculation. Do you live in Glasgow? Tell us some prices in Glasgow. Do you live in Edinburgh?Cost of Living Comparison Between Glasgow and Edinburgh. City Cost of Living Index Edinburgh 70.83 Glasgow 67.01 New York, NY 100 Prague 49.42 Is Glasgow or Edinburgh cheaper? When compared to the […]

It’s a small, friendly city with so many amazing attractions, historic sites and welcoming citizens that makes it perfect for a year or two abroad. Not only is Edinburgh a great place to live, but Scotland as a whole is a fantastic place to take a holiday. Is Edinburgh a happy place? Edinburgh has topped […]

Dogs (except for guide dogs and assistance dogs) are not allowed in Edinburgh castle. Historic Scotland advise this is “due to the volume of visitors”. Dogs are allowed to be walked in Princes Street gardens but must be kept on a lead at all times. Are dogs allowed at Edinburgh Castle? Only assistance dogs are […]

There is no discount if you are a member of the National Trust. over a year ago.Yes, and if you’re visiting other castles you also get discount for all of them. Is National Trust for Scotland the same as National Trust? The National Trust for Scotland is the Scottish equivalent of the English National Trust. […]

Edinburgh’s Old Town is a labyrinth of cobbled streets, narrow alleyways and hidden courtyards, all amazingly well preserved and steeped in the city’s history. What is the difference between Old and New Town Edinburgh? The city centre of Edinburgh is made up of two distinct areas, the Old Town and the New Town. The Old […]

If you are over 60 you do indeed get a discount and if you are members of English Heritage you receive a discount. There is no discount if you are a member of the National Trust. over a year ago.Yes, and if you’re visiting other castles you also get discount for all of them. Who […]

Edinburgh Zoo, which has long ranked high among the country’s top ten visitor attractions, has received a marked increase in the number of ‘terrible’ and ‘poor’ ratings from TripAdvisor users.John P wrote: “This zoo is a great place for kids to play but for animals you can forget it. Is it worth going to Edinburgh […]