Things to Do in New Town East and Gayfield, Edinburgh

Edinburgh's eastern Georgian New Town, climbing from Broughton Street toward Calton Hill. Gayfield Square and elegant terraces create the residential frame, while the Edinburgh Playhouse, St James Quarter, and hilltop monuments place cafés, theaters, and sweeping skyline views within a few compact blocks.

Life StoryHome Goods
PicklesWine Bar
Ada RestaurantTurkish

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Top things to do in New Town East and Gayfield

Life Story
★ 4.9 · 137
Home Goods
A carefully curated independent retail shop in Edinburgh, it offers a selection of handmade items, international brands, and Scandi treasures including cups and candles.
Mon–Wed
10 AM – 6 PM
Thu
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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McNaughtan’s Bookshop
★ 4.8 · 195
Bookstore
Cozy, long-standing antiquarian bookstore for old, hard-to-find & unique titles, plus original art.
Mon–Wed
11 AM – 5 PM
Thu
11 AM – 8 PM
Fri
11 AM – 5 PM
Sat
11 AM – 5 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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5th Season Vintage
Flea Market
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Curiouser
Specialty Store
A gift shop offering a selection of greeting cards, posters, postcards, and unique gift ideas, also providing a framing service.
Mon–Fri
10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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Where to eat & drink in New Town East and Gayfield

Pickles
★ 4.8 · 853
Wine Bar· £20–30
Relaxed spot pairing a bar with cider, cheese, charcuterie and pickles in rustic digs with a patio.
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Ada Restaurant
★ 4.5 · 1.6k
Turkish· £20–30
Traditional Turkish dishes such as bayildi, moussaka and grilled meats served up in simple style.
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Mamma Roma
★ 4.6 · 2.9k
Italian· £20–30
Relaxed Italian restaurant set in 2-storey townhouse with exposed-stonework and classical murals.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri
12 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
12 PM – 9:30 PM
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L'Escargot Bleu Restaurant and Wine Bar
★ 4.7 · 591
French· £50–100
Upbeat, French bistro with white walls and posters for a classic French menu using local produce.
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