Cockburn St — Local services in City of Edinburgh

This street is absolutely gorgeous!!! Sadly is always dirty and packed with people but you might get good views if you go later in the evening. It looks like taken out of HP books because it was an inspiration for Diagon Alley and one can immediately see it.

Cockburn Street (pronounced “Co-burn”) is a distinctive, curving thoroughfare in Edinburgh’s Old Town, linking the Royal Mile to Waverley Station. Constructed between 1856 and 1859, it was designed to provide a more accessible route to the station, replacing the steep, narrow medieval alleys that previously connected the two areas. Named after Lord Henry Cockburn—a prominent Scottish judge and advocate for urban preservation—the street exemplifies the Scots Baronial architectural style, featuring crow-stepped gables, turrets, and ornate stone carvings. Today, Cockburn Street is renowned for its vibrant mix of independent shops, cafes,...

Just got back from exploring the charming Old Town of Edinburgh, and wow, it was absolutely stunning! I spent a good chunk of time wandering around Cockburn Street, which is this winding, picturesque road with colorful shopfronts and cozy little cafes. The vibe there is super lively, with street performers adding to the charm and the old stone architecture giving it that timeless, historic feel.

Every corner felt like stepping into a storybook—narrow alleys, quirky signs, and hidden spots that made me want to keep walking just to see what’s around the next bend. The best part? The mix of old and new. You’ve got ancient buildings with centuries of history, but also modern, hip spots that fit right in.

If you ever find yourself in Edinburgh, make sure Cockburn Street is on your list. It’s the perfect blend of history and cool, and trust me, your camera roll...

this is an in-depth review of the street they call cockburn street, it is near many other streets, it has a pub on it, is very nice to walk down and drink Guinness in, it is a flat surface good for walking and there are many staircases nearby if you prefer staircases, overall it is a very amicable street, I would return to this street and walk this street with many people and do it many times again. It is a good street. This was an in depth review of the street and a highlight of many venture to the city of Edinburgh...