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Edinburgh is a city that is awash with history, the city is almost a walking museum. From architectural masterpieces to a glimpse into the way we used to live, Edinburgh has it all.
Some buildings have relatively short histories, such as Cable Wynd House and the Scottish Parliament, while others have been part of the fabric of Edinburgh for centuries, such as the Sheeps Heid Inn and the, perhaps wrongly named, John Knox House.
Take a look at our gallery below of just some of the buildings that make the city what it is today.
9. Gladstone's Land
Run by the National Trust for Scotland, Gladstone's Land in the Royal Mile is one of Edinburgh's oldest townhouses, with parts dating back to 1501. Visitors will be able to take a walk through the 20th, 18th and 17th centuries, interacting with the house, the history and the people who lived there. | Scottish Civic Trust Photo: Scottish Civic Trust
10. Sheep Heid Inn
The Sheep Heid Inn is widely considered to be Scotland's oldest pub and has an interesting history, with Mary Queen of Scots thought to have stopped there - her son, King James VI, may even have played skittles in the alley in the courtyard behind the pub on his visits. | EEN
11. University of Edinburgh New College
Originally called the New College, the Old College replaced many of Edinburgh University's older buildings when it was built in the 18th and 19th century. The building is an important part of the university's history and now houses the University of Edinburgh School of Law, and the Talbot Rice Gallery. | stock Photo: stock