Edinburgh’s city centre has seen many changes down the decades – and despite not all of them being for the better, Auld Reekie remains one of the most beautiful cities on the planet.
From trams and parades to shopping centres and department stores, have a look through our picture gallery to see some amazing photos of Edinburgh from years gone by. And please let us know your thoughts in the comments section before you go.
9. Putting green in Princes Street Gardens
The putting green is a popular place for holidaying people in East Princes Street Gardens in 1959. Photo: A Miller
10. George Street shops 1960
Roneo Ltd and Radio and Television Rentals George Street Photo: TSPL
11. Edinburgh Views 1962
Princes Street and the North British Hotel from Bank of Scotland. Photo: TSPL
12. Shops in Princes Street in 1981
Shops in Princes Street Edinburgh were closing down regularly in 1981, due to a combination of high rates and poor trade. This branch of John Collier relocated to the cheaper St James Centre. Photo: TSPL