Grassmarket Square
9 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Mark
August 2, 2019
a lively night out can be had here
Jillian
July 19, 2019
Fantastic for food and bars
Jan
July 5, 2019
Great place to walk through, have a drink or find something to eat. It’s very close to Edinburgh Castle.
Aleks
August 4, 2019
Originally a marketplace for horse and cattle from the 14th century right up until the early 19th century, the Grassmarket was also renowned for its public executions. Known as one of the poorer parts of the capital it was associated with early 19th century immigrants from Ireland. Nowadays this area is popular visitor destination with family friendly hotels and restaurants and an eclectic mix of boutiques and gift shops.
Originally a marketplace for horse and cattle from the 14th century right up until the early 19th century, the Grassmarket was also renowned for its public executions. Known as one of the poorer parts of the capital it was associated with early 19th century immigrants from Ireland. Nowadays this are…
Johanne
June 28, 2019
The historic Grassmarket is lined with unique shops and great eateries. In between the Royal Mile and Princes St its the perfect throughway on your tour of Edinburgh. There's a market weekly full of wonders and knickknacks.
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