Always popular with locals and tourists alike, Edinburgh’s Christmas offerings in East and West Princes Street Gardens were already starting to get packed by noon on December 24.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see families and friends getting into the yuletide spirit in the city centre on Christmas Eve.

1. Edinburgh Christmas
Take a look through our photo gallery to see families and friends getting into the yuletide spirit in Edinburgh city centre on Christmas Eve. Photo: Third Party

2. Edinburgh Christmas
Families and friends flocked to East and West Princes Street Gardens on Christmas Eve. Large crowds were seen getting into the yuletide spirit as they enjoyed the traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, and food and drink stalls. Photo: Third Party

3. Edinburgh Christmas
Families and friends flocked to East and West Princes Street Gardens on Christmas Eve. Large crowds were seen getting into the yuletide spirit as they enjoyed the traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, and food and drink stalls. Photo: Third Party

4. Edinburgh Christmas
Families and friends flocked to East and West Princes Street Gardens on Christmas Eve. Large crowds were seen getting into the yuletide spirit as they enjoyed the traditional Christmas Markets, funfair rides, and food and drink stalls. Photo: Third Party