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Airbnb locations in Edinburgh
Hello - I am planning a trip in August and was wondering what location would be ideal to be able to get a feel for the city?
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If you're ok with being within a 30 minute walk of Old Town then consider areas like West End, Lothian Road, Haymarket, New Town & Calton Hill. Edinburgh's excellent bus service will take you to the city centre in 15 minutes from here.
Finally, if you want a great local vibe slightly far from the Fringe madness, Bruntsfield, Morningside & Stockbridge are my favourite areas of the city. Again, they're really well connected by bus and the accommodation should be of a higher standard.
Best of Scotland in 1 week itinerary (fully by public transport)
My Scotland travels (includes Edinburgh, Skye, Harris, Mull, Arran, Orkney, Loch Lomond, Islay, Oban, Dunoon, Speyside)
I agree with the above. I would just add that Leith is a vibrant area of the city - the shore is very picturesque and boasts a variety of pubs and restaurants - it is well connected to the centre and prices should be cheaper.