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New Town West in Edinburgh

Things to Do in New Town West, Edinburgh

Edinburgh's stately western New Town, laid out in crescents and squares above the Water of Leith. Charlotte Square and the Georgian House supply the architectural centerpiece, while William Street's independent shops and the descent toward Dean Village reveal a quieter, village-like edge to the formal grid.

Edinburgh's stately western New Town, laid out in crescents and squares above the Water of Leith. Charlotte Square and the Georgian House supply the architectural centerpiece, while William Street's independent shops and the descent toward Dean Village reveal a quieter, village-like edge to the formal grid.

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in New Town West

  • National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in New Town West, Edinburgh

    National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait

    4.7 · 5.8k
    Art Gallery

    Scots history & celebrity portraits in a grand, red-stone Victorian gallery with a shop & cafe.

    Every day
    10 AM – 5 PM
  • Cheese Shop illustration for Mellis Cheese Stockbridge

    Mellis Cheese Stockbridge

    4.8 · 276
    Cheese Shop
    Mon–Wed
    9 AM – 6:30 PM
    Thu–Fri
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5 PM
  • Laura Bond Luxury Jewellery, Piercing, and Tattooing Boutique in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Laura Bond Luxury Jewellery, Piercing, and Tattooing Boutique

    4.9 · 279
    Specialty Store
    Every day
    10 AM – 5:45 PM
  • Dick's Edinburgh in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Dick's Edinburgh

    Home Goods

    High-end New Town boutique selling men's & women's apparel plus traditional Mackintosh raincoats.

Where to eat & drink in New Town West

  • Bramble in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Bramble

    Top 500 bar
    Cocktail Bar· £10–20

    Upscale cocktail bar in understated, subterranean venue, serving classic and nouveau concoctions.

    Every day
    4 PM – 1 AM
  • Avery Restaurant in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Avery Restaurant

    Michelin
    Fine Dining· £100+

    When American chef Rodney Wages visited Edinburgh on holiday, he fell in love with the city so much that he decided to move himself, his family and his restaurant here. And that's how Avery, which once graced the streets of San Francisco…

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 8:30 PM
  • The Pantry in New Town West, Edinburgh

    The Pantry

    4.7 · 3.2k
    Brunch· £10–20

    Simple, modern restaurant open all day for breakfast, snacks and full meals made with local produce.

    Every day
    9 AM – 3 PM
  • Purslane Restaurant in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Purslane Restaurant

    4.8 · 449
    Seafood· Más de £100

    An affluent area of the city plays host to this cosy, atmospheric basement restaurant which comprises just 9 tables.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    12 PM – 1:30 PM, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1:30 PM, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Kay’s Bar in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Kay’s Bar

    4.8 · 870
    Gastropub· £10–20

    Cosy Victorian pub with wooden barrel decor and a library for guest draught beers and plain lunches.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12:30 PM – 11 PM
  • Noto in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Noto

    4.4 · 880
    American· £40–90

    Following the success of aizle, Stuart Ralston took inspiration for his next restaurant from time spent in New York, naming this small plates spot after his NYC roommate, Bob Noto.

    Every day
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 9 PM
  • Skua in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Skua

    4.6 · 233
    Restaurant· £40–90

    This tiny basement operation in the suburb of Stockbridge comes with dark, moody décor and impressive cooking from the get-go.

    Mon–Thu
    5 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Tipo in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Tipo

    4.3 · 399
    Italian· £30–70

    Named after the fine Italian '00' flour that’s used for making pasta, this relaxed and comforting restaurant could quickly become your go-to in Edinburgh’s New Town.

    Every day
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 9 PM
  • Six by Nico in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Six by Nico

    4.7 · 2.7k
    British· £40–90

    A restaurant known for its diverse tasting menus, including themed experiences like "Cooking Seoul" and "The Chippie," with cocktail pairings and vegetarian options.

    Every day
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • The Cobbled Roastery in New Town West, Edinburgh

    The Cobbled Roastery

    4.9 · 547
    Coffee Shop· £1–10

    A micro roastery and coffee shop on Thistle Street, known for roasting 100% Arabica speciality coffee beans.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • Mexican illustration for El Cartel

    El Cartel

    Mexican· £ £
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Under The Table in New Town West, Edinburgh

    Under The Table

    4.9 · 1.1k
    Restaurant· £30–70

    A restaurant located on Dundas Street at a basement level, known for its upscale vibe, fresh food, and wine list.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 3 PM

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Map of New Town West with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Bramble
  2. 2Avery Restaurant
  3. 3The Pantry
  4. 4National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait
  5. 5Mellis Cheese Stockbridge
  6. 6Purslane Restaurant
  7. 7Laura Bond Luxury Jewellery, Piercing, and Tattooing Boutique
  8. 8Kay’s Bar
  9. 9Dick's Edinburgh
  10. 10Noto

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