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George Square, Edinburgh

#209 among attractions in Edinburgh

Square, Georgian architecture
George Square

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°56'36"N, 3°11'18"W
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Southside (Newington)Edinburgh United Kingdom

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George Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Greyfriars Kirkyard, National Museum of Scotland, Subway Cowgate, The Meadows.

  • greyfriars kirkyard edinburgh~1600 ftNW
  • national museum of scotland edinburgh~1400 ftN
  • subway cowgate edinburgh~1940 ftN
  • the meadows park edinburgh~920 ftSW
  • sandy bells edinburgh~1210 ftNW
  • surgeons hall museums edinburgh~1510 ftNE
  • edinburgh central mosque~830 ftNE
  • greyfriars kirk edinburgh~1480 ftNW
  • the queens hall edinburgh~1520 ftSE
  • kirk o field edinburgh~1730 ftNE
  • festival theatre edinburgh~1330 ftN

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to George Square?

Nearby attractions include George Square Theatre, Edinburgh (1 min walk), Edinburgh University Library, Edinburgh (2 min walk), St Albert's Catholic Chaplaincy, Edinburgh (3 min walk), Orthodox Chapel of St Andrew, Edinburgh (3 min walk).

How to get to George Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to George Square:

Bus
  • Chapel Street • Lines: 41 (4 min walk)
  • Bristo Square • Lines: 41, 47 (5 min walk)

Train
  • Edinburgh Waverley (16 min walk)

Tram
  • Princes Street • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (18 min walk)
  • St Andrew Square • Lines: Edinburgh Trams Eastbound, Edinburgh Trams Westbound (21 min walk)

Where to next? Visit scotland Scotland region page or discover the top tourist attractions in United Kingdom.