In the golden age of steam, it was the gateway to Auld Reekie from the west of Scotland, occupying a vast stretch of the city centre and welcoming large numbers of rail travellers.
Sadly, the curtain call arrived on September 9, 1965, and the grand railway station was completely demolished within five years.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see Edinburgh Princes Street Station in its heyday.
9. Swept away
Princes Street Station was eventually demolished in 1970. Photo: Denis Straughan
10. Last train home
The last train departs Princes Street Station prior to closure on 6 September 1965. Photo: TSPL
11. Goodbye at the gates
Head Porter Thomas Watters closes the station gates for the final time on 6 September 1965. Photo: TSPL
12. Catching rays
Rays of light pour through the canopy of the deserted Princes Street Station, which closed in 1965. Photo: George Smith