In our latest reporters’ recommendations feature, we take a look at what we think are the best streets in Edinburgh. There are so many great streets in the Capital and we have chosen our favourites, including a pedestrianised city centre street famous for its pubs, the main road connecting Leith with Edinburgh, city centre tourist hotspots and a road in the west of the city that might surprise some.
5. Leith Walk
Evening News deputy editor Ginny Sanderson chose this old famous street as her favourite in the Capital. She said: "This stretch of road which connects Leith to the city centre is packed with unique and independent businesses, pubs and places to eat. I've enjoyed many a gentle stroll up that road, dipping into bookshops or cafes, and many a wander back after a night out, with an essential stop in Storries for a pie. The whole road has been hit hard by the tramworks, which is hopefully coming to an end soon, and I cannot urge people more to support the amazing and diverse businesses along it after the time they've had." Photo: Google
6. Drum Brae North
Evening News reporter Kevin Quinn chose this road in the west of the city due to the stunning views from the top of the hill. He said: "I used to drive this road a lot for heading over to Fife for work or to see friends. And regardless of which way I was heading I was always cheered up by the view from the top of the hill, with stunning views of the Pentlands when heading south, particularly at sunset, but also of Fife when heading north, including seeing flaring light up the night sky at Mossmorran." Photo: Google Maps
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Evening News trainee reporter Neil Johnstone chose this close, which is so narrow we had to stick these two portrait pictures above together. He said: "Walking through Stevenlaw's Close, like many of the other historic alleyways in the Old Town, is like travelling back in time. I love the atmosphere in these areas and they also act as great shortcuts through the city." Photo: NJ