The Most Instagrammable Places in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK, and in this guide I’m sharing its most instagrammable places! Filled with beautiful streets and stunning architecture, Edinburgh’s best instagram spots are all completely dreamy.
How to get to Edinburgh, Scotland
You can fly from Edinburgh airport from over 150 destinations. I use Skyscanner to find the best flight deals, and compare flights from different airlines.
If you’re travelling from London, you can also get a train from London St Pancras station, which takes just over 4 hours to get to Edinburgh Waverley station. Book your tickets in advance with Trainline to get the best price.
What to bring on your trip to Edinburgh
The weather can change very quickly in Edinburgh, so a great umbrella – like this one – is always a good idea!
Portable phone chargers are also a massive must for me on a trip to Edinburgh, as all the great photo opportunities use up phone juice fast! These are the portable chargers I like to use when I’m out and about taking pics.
Some super comfy trainers or walking shoes (I love these trainers.) Edinburgh’s a great city for exploring on foot, so these are a must.
Where to stay in Edinburgh
Three great hotels options if you’re booking a trip to Edinburgh –
Motel One Edinburgh-Royal is in brilliant location in Edinburgh, Old Town and a very short walk from the station.
Sonder Royal Garden Apartments are a stunning collection of apartments also in a great central location.
If you want to treat yourself to a luxury hotel in Edinburgh, Market Street Hotel is a stunning urban boutique hotel in Edinburgh city centre.
A guide to the 12 most instagrammable locations in Edinburgh
1. The Milkman
If you’re looking for Edinburgh’s most instagrammable coffee shop, look no further. The Milkman has two coffee shops in Cockburn Street and both are equally lovely. Top tip – try to get there as close to opening as possible (both The Milkman coffee shops open at 8.am Monday-Saturday and 9am on Sundays), so you can grab yourself a window seat.
2. The Vennel
If you’re looking for the best instagram spot to get a beautiful photo of Edinburgh Castle, The Vennel viewpoint is the place to go. The Vennel steps are in a historic alleyway and offer you a stunning view of Edinburgh Castle.
3. Dean Village
Dean Village has to be one of the dreamiest areas of Edinburgh. Everywhere you turn there’s a beautiful instagrammable location, it’s an absolute must visit on a trip to Edinburgh!
4. Circus Lane
Often referred to as Edinburgh’s prettiest street, Circus Lane is a picture perfect street in Stockbridge, Edinburgh.
5. Victoria Street
Victoria Street is a magical colourful street in Edinburgh with the best Harry Potter vibes.
6. Starbucks on Princes Street
Edinburgh is filled with amazing independent coffee shops (like The Milkman) that you should definitely visit, but this Starbucks should also be added to your must visit places in Edinburgh list! You can find the Starbucks with the amazing views of Edinburgh Castle at 120, Princes Street, Edinburgh.
7. Stockbridge Market Arch
The Old Stockbridge Market Archway is a beautiful old archway in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. The market hasn’t been active for over 100 years, but this stunning piece of history still remains. You can find the Stockbridge Market Arch at St Stephen’s Place, Edinburgh.
8. Mary’s Milk Bar
If you’re looking for Edinburgh’s most instagrammable shop fronts, Mary’s Milk Bar should be high on your list. Mary’s Milk Bar is a super pretty aesthetic retro ice cream parlour in Grassmarket, Edinburgh.
9. Grassmarket
Grassmarket is a historic market square in Edinburgh’s Old Town. It’s filled with pretty shops & cosy pubs and stunning views of Edinburgh Castle.
10. Armchair Books
The award for the most instagrammable book shop in Edinburgh has to go Armchair Books. It’s a cosy, family-run book shop stocked with rare and second hand books. You can find Armchair Books on West Port, Edinburgh, near Grassmarket.
11. Ross Fountain
Another stunning Edinburgh photo spot with an amazing view of Edinburgh Castle, you can find Ross Fountain in Princes Street Gardens.
12. Gardener’s Cottage
Another one of Edinburgh’s best instagram spots can be found in Princes Street Gardens. Gardener’s Cottage, or Gardener’s Lodge is a very cute Victorian cottage that was originally built for the gardens’ head gardener.
