Old College, Edinburgh

Name: Old College
Address: South Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#205 among attractions in Edinburgh

William Henry Playfair, Victorian architecture, Universities and schools

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Old College is a late 18th-century building of the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. It is located on South Bridge, and presently houses parts of the University's administration, the University of Edinburgh School of Law, and the Talbot Rice Gallery. Originally called the "New College", it was designed by Robert Adam to replace a number of older buildings. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°56'51"N, 3°11'14"W

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South BridgeSouthside (Newington)Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Old College – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Giles' Cathedral, National Museum of Scotland, Thistle Chapel, Subway Cowgate.

~970 ftNW
Iconic Presbyterian place of worship
St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
5 min walk • St Giles' Cathedral, often referred to as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, stands as a venerable beacon of Scotland's ecclesiastical history, nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. This majestic church, with its distinctive crown steeple piercing the skyline, is not...
~460 ftW
Natural history and industrial exhibits
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic landscape, the National Museum of Scotland stands as a beacon of culture and knowledge. This impressive institution is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of Scotland's past, its contributions to the...
~960 ftNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Thistle Chapel, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Thistle Chapel stands as a stunning example of Gothic architecture and Scottish tradition. This intimate chapel, an addition to the cathedral completed in 1911, is the spiritual home of The Most...
~940 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
Subway Cowgate, Edinburgh
5 min walk • 65 Cowgate is a multi-storey building situated on the historic Cowgate, Edinburgh, Scotland, which is used each August as a venue complex for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest open access festival.
~950 ftSW
Nightlife
Sandy Bell's, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Sandy Bell's is a music pub in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is known locally and internationally for its live traditional music sessions, it was frequented regularly by folklorist Hamish Henderson prior to his death in 2002, indeed there is a bust of Henderson displayed above the bar.
~570 ftE
Museum, Science museum, History museum
Surgeons' Hall Museums, Edinburgh
3 min walk • Surgeons' Hall in Edinburgh, Scotland, is the headquarters of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. It houses the Surgeons' Hall Museum, and the library and archive of the RCSED. The present Surgeons' Hall was designed by William Henry Playfair and completed in 1832, and is a category A listed building.
~920 ftS
Mosque, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Edinburgh Central Mosque, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Edinburgh Central Mosque is located on Potterrow near the University of Edinburgh central area and the National Museum of Scotland. The mosque and Islamic centre was designed by Dr. Basil Al Bayati, and took more than six years to complete at a cost of £3.5M.
~610 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum
St Cecilia's Hall, Edinburgh
3 min walk • St Cecilia's Hall is a small concert hall and museum in the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. It is on the corner of Niddry Street and the Cowgate, about 168 metres south of the Royal Mile. The hall dates from 1763 and was the first purpose-built concert hall in Scotland. It is a Category A listed building.
~400 ftSE
Reportedly haunted, Theater, Concerts and shows
Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
2 min walk • The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is a performing arts venue located on Nicolson Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is used primarily for performances of opera and ballet, large-scale musical events, and touring groups.
~810 ftN
Church
Tron Kirk, Edinburgh
4 min walk • The Tron Kirk is a former principal parish church in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is a well-known landmark on the Royal Mile. It was built in the 17th century and closed as a church in 1952.
~630 ftSE
Memorial
Brass Founders' Pillar, Edinburgh
4 min walk • The Brass Founders' Pillar, also known as the Brassfounders Column, is a monumental column in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Old College?

Nearby attractions include Talbot Rice Gallery, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Chambers Street, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Festival Theatre, Edinburgh (2 min walk), National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Old College by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old College:

Bus

Potterrow • Lines: 41, 47 (3 min walk)
Nicolson Square • Lines: 47 (3 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (9 min walk)

Tram

Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (14 min walk)
St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (14 min walk)