Old and New Towns of Edinburgh Map
Interactive map of Old and New Towns of Edinburgh with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Edinburgh. Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for medieval and Georgian city planning.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh with clear. It feels like 50°F. Today runs from 51°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 214 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness and Isle of Skye.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 3.8°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
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Coordinates: 55°57′0″N 3°11′24″W (55.95, -3.19)
Quick facts about Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°57′0″N 3°11′24″W (55.95, -3.19) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1995 |
| Known for | medieval and Georgian city planning |
| Local time | 7:05 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Getting to Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 214 mi
- Glasgow · 42 mi · roughly 57 min driving
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 91 mi · roughly 2.1 h driving
- Windermere · 109 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Inverness · 113 mi · roughly 2.6 h driving
- Belfast · 143 mi · roughly 3.3 h driving
- York · 161 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 214 mi | Dublin |
Things to do in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Edinburgh. Its coordinates are 55.95, -3.19. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Old and New Towns of Edinburgh in?
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:05 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Old and New Towns of Edinburgh?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 7:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
