Grassmarket
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Grassmarket

Type: square

The former cattle market at the foot of the castle features a cobblestone cross marking the site of the old gallows — more than a hundred Covenanters were executed here during the 17th century. Today the square is surrounded by pubs and restaurants, and can be reached by the Castle Wynd steps from the esplanade or via the colorful Victoria Street.

Tickets

Entry: Free

Grassmarket is a free public square open throughout the day. Rich with restaurants, cafes, and shops — an ideal place for a stroll and enjoying the historic atmosphere.

⛰️ Heads up: Hilly approach — the uphill section may add about 25 percent to the walking time to the attraction.

Parking nearby

ParkBee APCOA - Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (402m)

Address: Spittal Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

YourParkingSpace (lokacija 3)

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (413m)

Address: Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 20 8629 1057

Car Park Spittal Street Lane - Edinburgh | APCOA

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (447m)

Address: Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 345 301 1151

Parking Edinburgh

garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (468m)

Address: 33 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh

Q-Park Quartermile

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 6 min to the attraction (474m)

Address: Simpson Loan, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 113 238 4200

NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (519m)

Address: Castle Terrace, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 345 050 7080

Princes Exchange Car Park

Closed (opens at 09:00) garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (541m)

Address: 9/2 Riego Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Tuesday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Wednesday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Thursday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Friday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Saturday: 08:00–22:00 Sunday: 09:00–20:00

Phone: +44 131 229 0622

1 Grindlay St Ct Parking

garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (551m)

Address: 1 Grindlay Street Court, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 345 050 7080

YourParkingSpace

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (657m)

Address: The Royal Mile, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 20 8629 1057

Parking garage Blackfriars St

Open until 23:00 garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (681m)

Address: 8 Blackfriars Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: 07:00–23:00

Phone: +44 131 200 2323

Nicolson Square Car Park

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 10 min to the attraction (728m)

Address: 27A Nicolson Square, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 131 516 3015

Nearby restaurants

Price:
Beehive Inn

Beehive Inn

Closed (opens at 11:00)
⭐ 4.20 3291 reviews 56m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 18-20 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 7171

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 11:00–00:00 Tuesday: 11:00–00:00 Wednesday: 11:00–00:00 Thursday: 11:00–00:00 Friday: 11:00–01:00 Saturday: 10:00–01:00 Sunday: 11:00–00:00
Biddy Mulligans

Biddy Mulligans

Closed (opens at 08:00)
⭐ 4.20 3782 reviews 105m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 94-96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 220 1246

Opening hours: 08:00–01:00

The Mussel and Steak Bar

The Mussel and Steak Bar

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.50 2184 reviews 142m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

€€

Address: 110 West Bow, Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 5028

Opening hours: 11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00

Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar

Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.70 1581 reviews 160m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 477 8477

Opening hours: 11:30–22:00

Mariachi Restaurant

Mariachi Restaurant

Closed (opens at 17:00)
⭐ 4.50 1793 reviews 187m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 7 Victoria Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 623 0077

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 17:00–21:30 Tuesday: 17:00–21:30 Wednesday: 17:00–21:30 Thursday: 17:00–21:30 Friday: 12:30–21:30 Saturday: 12:30–21:30 Sunday: 17:00–21:30
The Outsider Restaurant

The Outsider Restaurant

Closed (opens at 12:00)
⭐ 4.40 2709 reviews 268m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

€€

Address: 15-16 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 226 3131

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 12:00–22:00 Tuesday: 12:00–22:00 Wednesday: 12:00–22:00 Thursday: 12:00–22:00 Friday: 12:00–23:00 Saturday: 12:00–23:00 Sunday: 12:00–22:00
Vittoria on the Bridge

Vittoria on the Bridge

Closed (opens at 12:00)
⭐ 4.60 6412 reviews 269m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

€€

Address: 19 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 1740

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 12:00–22:00 Tuesday: 12:00–22:00 Wednesday: 12:00–22:00 Thursday: 12:00–22:00 Friday: 12:00–22:30 Saturday: 12:00–22:30 Sunday: 12:00–22:00
PizzaExpress

PizzaExpress

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.10 1972 reviews 278m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

€€

Address: 1 Victoria Street, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 9669

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 11:30–21:00 Tuesday: 11:30–21:00 Wednesday: 11:30–21:00 Thursday: 11:30–21:00 Friday: 11:30–22:00 Saturday: 11:30–22:00 Sunday: 11:30–21:00
Frankenstein

Frankenstein

Closed (opens at 11:00)
⭐ 4.30 6069 reviews 280m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 26 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 622 1818

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 11:00–00:00 Tuesday: 11:00–00:00 Wednesday: 11:00–01:00 Thursday: 11:00–01:00 Friday: 11:00–02:00 Saturday: 11:00–02:00 Sunday: 11:00–00:00
Whiski Rooms

Whiski Rooms

Closed (opens at 10:00)
⭐ 4.50 2920 reviews 335m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 4-7 North Bank Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 7224

Opening hours: 10:00–00:00