Five reasons why people love living in central Edinburgh
The centre of Scotland’s capital is a hugely popular place to live for a number of reasons…
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1. The amazing history and architecture
Walking round the Old Town and New Town, you can’t help but feel every street has an interesting story to tell. The centre of Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it’s easy to see why. There is a plethora of historic buildings, with a range of amazing architectural styles on display.
Even venturing further out of the Old and New Town, the nearby areas of Morningside, Stockbridge and Leith all boast fascinating histories and buildings.
2. A fantastic choice of properties
The centre of Edinburgh has an excellent choice of property – due to the historic nature of the city, there are plenty of traditional tenement flats and Victorian and Georgian townhouses or apartments. However, there are also many more modern developments for those who prefer a contemporary home.
If the outdoor space of a home is important to you, many of the areas in the centre feature houses and flats with lovely gardens, either private or shared.
3. Excellent transport links
Edinburgh City Centre offers plenty of bus links to transport you to other areas of the city or further afield. Plus, there’s the tram which can take you from the airport to the top of Leith Walk, and is currently being extended down to Newhaven.
The centre of Edinburgh is also home to two train stations – Waverley and Haymarket. This makes travel to other parts of Scotland and the UK a breeze.
4. Lots of outdoor space
For those worried that living in the centre of the city may not be ideal for access to the outdoors, Edinburgh offers the best of both worlds. Princes Street Gardens, the Meadows and Inverleith Park provide vast green spaces to relax on sunny days.
Keen hillwalkers also don’t need to travel too far with Arthur’s Seat and Calton Hill right in the centre of town, while Corstorphine Hill and Blackford Hill are both just a couple of miles away. If you prefer more of a challenge, the Pentlands can also be easily accessed by car or bus.
And lastly, Edinburgh’s position on the banks of the Firth of Forth means those who love the seaside are catered for. Portobello Beach and Wardie Bay in Granton provide the closest beaches to the centre, but there’s also Cramond, South Queensferry and the picturesque beaches of East Lothian and Fife for those looking to travel a bit further.
5. An array of activities
Central Edinburgh boasts a superb number of bars and restaurants, whether you are in George Street or further out in the likes of Leith or Newington.
There are also theatres, cinemas, comedy clubs and gig venues galore, along with a selection of excellent museums and galleries.
