New Town area

The four scores

Tourist location9.3

You're right in the heart of New Town, where attractions like the Scott Monument and Royal Scottish Academy are easily accessible. The area has a strong character, blending historical charm with urban energy, making it perfect for exploring on foot.

Walkability9.0

The area is mostly flat with good sidewalks, making it easy to walk around. Just know that you’re on a ridge, so some routes may have a bit of a slope on the way back.

Convenience9.4

While there's a good variety of shops and cafés nearby, you'll need to walk a bit to find a supermarket. Still, with so many options around, daily needs are easily met.

Leaving town9.3

Edinburgh Waverley station is just a 6-minute walk away, and Edinburgh Airport is about 25 minutes by car. This makes getting around and heading out of the city pretty straightforward, though local transport can be on the pricier side.

On foot, in minutes

Supermarket 17 min · Pharmacy 6 min · Bakery 1 min · Restaurant 1 min · Café 1 min · Convenience store 1 min · ATM 2 min · Laundry 3 min

Nearby to visit

• New Town Church
• Scott Monument
• Melville's Monument

Limits of this measurement

• Our data coverage varies by city.
• Elevation sampled every 30m in a straight line — real paths come in V2.
• The real scoring engine is still under development.

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Surroundings measured: 9.2 out of 10 · Sep/2026 · https://shouldistayhere.com/a/yvamqv

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