Pocket Guides and Walking Tours

Michael & Elspeth Wills, Walks in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Takes you into the hidden corners as well as describing the main buildings and streets. There is a companion volume for Walks in Edinburgh’s New Town

Jean Bareham, Hidden Gardens of the Royal Mile.

A guide to green spaces and gardens in the Old Town, a potted history of gardens and interview with today’s gardeners.

Jane Peyton, Looking Up in Edinburgh.

A different view of the city, its landmarks and buildings.

Let’s Explore Edinburgh Old Town by Anne Bruce English

Let’s Explore Edinburgh Old Town by Anne Bruce English is a potted history and guidebook for children.