Your Comprehensive Guide to Things to Do in Scotland

16 Walk the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

When you first visit Edinburgh, you'll quickly realize that two streets dominate the city. Princes Street is the busy heart of the New Town, and the Royal Mile is the soul of the Old Town leading up to the imposing Edinburgh Castle. The area sandwiched between the two contains gardens and truly comes alive during Christmas and the Fringe Festival. It's not unusual to hear the sound of bagpipes along the bustling Royal Mile, where each step seems significant for their connection to the past.