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Grassmarket

Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, the Grassmarket is one of the most picturesque and lively areas of the city. A paradise of independent merchants, designers and artisans, the area is home to an array of high-quality gift, clothing and homeware shops. And when hunger strikes, you’ll find an assortment of bars, restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes and budgets.

  • Discover a historic marketplace with a notorious past.

  • Enjoy majestic views of Edinburgh Castle from one of the area’s welcoming bars.

  • Find unique gifts and treasures in an eclectic mix of delightful one-of-a-kind shops.




Getting to the Grassmarket

Lothian Buses services 8, 27 and 41 all stop close to the Grassmarket. It is then a 10 minute walk to reach the area’s main attractions. 

One way to experience the area is from the top deck of one of the city bus tours. Both Edinburgh Bus Tour’s Edinburgh Tour and Citysightseeing Tour and Bright Bus Tours’ City Tour include the Grassmarket, as well as taking in many of the city’s famous sights – all while listening to interesting and entertaining commentary.



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