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Circus Lane

Name: Circus Lane
Rating: 4.6

4.6 ·

Stroll Circus Lane, one of the New Town's prettiest little streets. Walk the curve of cobbles between stone mews houses and trailing greenery, camera in hand, before the crowds arrive.

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Full description

Circus Lane is a short residential street in Edinburgh's New Town, lined with stone mews houses, climbing greenery and a gentle curve that draws photographers. Reviewers call it a charming little walk, best enjoyed early before social-media crowds arrive, and note a pleasant route along the nearby waterway.

It is free, open at all hours and quick to see in about fifteen minutes, making it an easy cut-through or a stop on the way to Stockbridge. Because it is a real residential lane, it rewards a quiet, respectful visit rather than a long stay.

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Address

Circus Ln, Edinburgh, UK

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

early morning, morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening