Regent Bridge, Edinburgh

Name: Regent Bridge
Address: Calton Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#158 among attractions in Edinburgh

Bridge, Public art

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Facts and practical information

Regent Bridge is a road bridge in Edinburgh, Scotland, where the A1 road enters the New Town from the east and passes over a hollow near Calton Hill. The bridge was built in the 19th century, in the neoclassical style as the medieval city was modernised and expanded to the north and east. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°57'14"N, 3°11'14"W

Address

Calton RoadCalton HillEdinburgh United Kingdom

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Regent Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Multrees Walk, Calton Hill, Waverley Mall, Cockburn Street.

~950 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district, Shopping centre
Multrees Walk, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, Multrees Walk stands as a beacon of luxury shopping in Scotland's capital. This prestigious shopping district is renowned for its selection of high-end boutiques and designer stores, attracting both locals and visitors with a taste...
~1170 ftNE
Views, gay bars and Edinburgh Playhouse
Calton Hill, Edinburgh
6 min walk • Perched atop its namesake mound, Calton Hill is a verdant oasis in the heart of Edinburgh, offering both locals and tourists a serene park environment and an unparalleled vantage point over Scotland's capital. This historic hill, crowned with iconic monuments...
~860 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Waverley Mall, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Scotland's historic capital, Waverley Mall presents a unique shopping experience amidst Edinburgh's bustling city life. Conveniently situated next to Waverley Station, this shopping centre offers a diverse range of retail outlets, catering...
~1270 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Cockburn Street, Edinburgh
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, Cockburn Street is a vibrant and picturesque shopping district that offers a unique blend of historical charm and contemporary retail experience. This winding, cobbled street, which slopes steeply down from the Royal Mile...
~270 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
St. James Centre, Edinburgh
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, the St. James Centre stands as a modern beacon of retail and leisure within the historic city. This bustling shopping centre, strategically located at the east end of Princes Street, offers a diverse array of high-street and designer...
~940 ftNE
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Collective, Edinburgh
5 min walk • Collective is a contemporary art institution located in the heart of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Nestled atop Calton Hill, this museum is not only a destination for art enthusiasts but also offers panoramic views of the city.
~1130 ftE
Memorial, Monuments and statues
National Monument of Scotland, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The National Monument of Scotland stands proudly atop Calton Hill in Edinburgh, a poignant tribute to the Scottish soldiers and sailors who gave their lives during the Napoleonic Wars. This striking memorial, designed to echo the Parthenon in Athens, symbolizes...
~950 ftE
Tower, Memorial, Monuments and statues
Nelson Monument, Edinburgh
5 min walk • The Nelson Monument is a prominent historical landmark that towers over the city of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Erected in honor of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most revered naval figures, the monument commemorates his victory and death at the Battle of...
~850 ftNE
Observatories and planetariums
City Observatory, Edinburgh
5 min walk • The City Observatory was an astronomical observatory on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is also known as the Calton Hill Observatory.
~1130 ftS
Museum, Art museum
City Art Centre, Edinburgh
6 min walk • The City Art Centre is part of the Museums & Galleries Edinburgh, which sits under the Culture directorate of the City of Edinburgh Council.
~1270 ftSW
Game and entertainment center, Concerts and shows, Entertainment
Edinburgh Dungeon, Edinburgh
7 min walk • The Edinburgh Dungeon is an underground tourist attraction in Edinburgh's city centre, on East Market Street, which uses live actor shows and interactive rides to show various historical events from Scottish history in a scary fun style, with audience interaction and special effects, theatrical sets and performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Regent Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Old Calton Burial Ground, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Mausoleum of David Hume, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Political Martyrs' Monument, Edinburgh (2 min walk), Trinity College Kirk, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to Regent Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Regent Bridge:

Bus

Waterloo Place • Lines: 104, 113, 124, 51, X5 (1 min walk)
Leith Street • Lines: 1, 14, 19, 22, 25, 4, 49, 7, 8 (2 min walk)

Train

Edinburgh Waverley (5 min walk)

Tram

St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (6 min walk)
Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (12 min walk)