West End, Edinburgh

Name: West End
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#279 among attractions in Edinburgh

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The West End of New Town - also known as Edinburgh's West End or West End Village - is an affluent district of Edinburgh, Scotland, which along with the rest of New Town, and also the Old Town forms central Edinburgh, and Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area boasts several of the city's hotels, restaurants, independent shops, offices and arts venues, including the Edinburgh Filmhouse, Edinburgh International Conference Centre and the Caledonian Hotel. The area also hosts art festivals and crafts fairs. ()

Coordinates: 55°56'59"N, 3°12'48"W

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HaymarketEdinburgh United Kingdom

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West End – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle, Princes Street Gardens, The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland.

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Shopping, Shopping district
Princes Street, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Princes Street, Edinburgh's premier shopping district, is a vibrant thoroughfare that stretches for approximately one mile in the heart of Scotland’s capital. Renowned for its extensive range of retail outlets, this bustling street is a paradise for shoppers and a...
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Spectacular old fortress with city views
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Edinburgh Castle stands as a historic fortress, majestically perched on Castle Rock in Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. Known for its robust and strategic position, it overlooks the city from its cliff-top location, offering breathtaking views and serving as a...
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Landscaped gardens in Castle's shadow
Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh
14 min walk • Princes Street Gardens is a verdant retreat nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, offering a serene escape from the bustling city life. Originally created in the 1820s after the draining of the Nor Loch, these gardens are now one of the most cherished public spaces in the...
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Museum, Military museum
The Museum of the Royal Scots and the Royal Regiment of Scotland, Edinburgh
14 min walk • The Museum of the Royal Scots (The Royal Regiment) and the Royal Regiment of Scotland stands as a proud repository of military heritage in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Located within the venerable walls of Edinburgh Castle, this museum is dedicated to the...
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Military exhibitions at Edinburgh Castle
National War Museum, Edinburgh
12 min walk • Nestled within the historic confines of Edinburgh Castle, the National War Museum stands as a poignant testament to Scotland's military history. This venerable institution, located in the heart of Scotland's capital, is dedicated to sharing the stories and preserving...
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Museum, Military museum
Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum, Edinburgh
13 min walk • Nestled within the historic walls of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum stands as a testament to over 300 years of military heritage. This distinguished museum is dedicated to Scotland's only cavalry regiment, the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, which...
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Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh
9 min walk • St Cuthbert's Church, nestled at the foot of Edinburgh's iconic Castle Rock, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This historic church, with its origins dating back to the 7th century, is a spiritual landmark that has served the people of...
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Fountain
Ross Fountain, Edinburgh
11 min walk • Ross Fountain is a cast-iron structure located in West Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh. It was installed in 1872 and restored in 2018.
~1430 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of St John the Evangelist, Edinburgh
7 min walk • The Church of St John the Evangelist is a Scottish Episcopal church in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. It is sited at the west end of Princes Street at its junction with Lothian Road, and is protected as a category A listed building.
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Cemetery, Historical place, Monuments and statues
Dean Cemetery, Edinburgh
13 min walk • The Dean Cemetery is a historically important Victorian cemetery north of the Dean Village, west of Edinburgh city centre, in Scotland.
~690 ftSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh
4 min walk • St Mary's Cathedral or the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary the Virgin is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the West End of Edinburgh, Scotland. It was built in the late 19th century in the West End of Edinburgh's New Town.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to West End?

Nearby attractions include St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh (4 min walk), West Register House, Edinburgh (6 min walk), Dean Bridge, Edinburgh (6 min walk), Charlotte Square, Edinburgh (7 min walk).

How to get to West End by public transport?

The nearest stations to West End:

Tram

West End • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (3 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (10 min walk)

Bus

Atholl Crescent • Lines: 12, 26, 3, 31, 4, 44 (4 min walk)
Drumsheugh Place • Lines: 113, 19, 36, 37, 41, 43, 47 (4 min walk)

Train

Haymarket (10 min walk)
Edinburgh Waverley (24 min walk)