Edinburgh
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Study in Edinburgh
Scotland’s capital Edinburgh has four universities which are the University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot-Watt University and Queen Margaret University.
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University of Edinburgh
Founded in 1582, the University of Edinburgh is one of Scotland’s ancient universities and the sixth oldest in the UK. It is a world-leading university in the Arts, Humanities, Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Psychology degrees. The university attracts 35,000 students that come from all across the world to study.
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Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh Napier University is named after the famous 6th-century Scottish mathematician and philosopher John Napier. The university has three campuses that offer state-of-the-art facilities. They work closely with industry to help give students the skills they need to succeed in the workplace, which is shown through 95% of students in full time work or further study six months after graduation.
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Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University was founded in 1821 as the world’s first mechanics institute in the heart of Edinburgh. Nowadays the university has its UK campuses based in Edinburgh, on the Scottish borders and Orkney as well as a few dotted globally. It is particularly well known for research in business and industry.
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Queen Margaret University
Almost 6,000 students study at QMU, in subjects such as health sciences, education, psychology, film, media and business management. The QMU campus is located in Musselburgh, in the east of Edinburgh.
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Scotland's Rural College
SRC has a focus on agricultural and life-based sciences. Subjects available to study include: equine care, garden design, estate skills and sustainability. It has just over 1,500 students.
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Edinburgh Student Life
Edinburgh is an incredible hub of culture and events, perfect for students. There is an abundance to do, see and visit, so much actually that you might need to remind yourself that you are there to study!
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Nights Out
Edinburgh has so much to offer after dark, that you’ll have no problem keeping busy until the wee hours! There’s an abundance of traditional pubs, bars, clubs, comedy and live music venues to try. Some popular student pubs and bars are The Wee Red Bar for budget-friendly drinks and live music, Brewdog for craft beer fans, The Pear Tree for alfresco boozing and Bramble for tasty cocktails and good music. For clubbers that like to get dressed up head to the George St and New Town area for clubs such as Why Not and Lulu. For those seeking venues a bit more alternative, The Jazz Bar is a favourite as well as The Cabaret Voltaire, Sneaky Pete’s and the Bongo Bar, to name but a few!
Eating Out
The city of Edinburgh is steeped in culture and history where restaurants reflect what the city has to offer. From over 40 vendors at The Pitt Market every Saturday, to Michelin star restaurants, to your go-to Friday takeaway, there’s something for everybody!
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The home of award-winning street food, The Pitt, opens its doors each Saturday where an industrial yard in Leith is transformed into a street food market. Alongside the food, you can try wine and local craft beer accompanied by live music.
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Union of Genius is going to be your go-to spot on those cold days when you need a wholesome warming meal. It is a soup cafe, who maintain an ethical approach to cooking and providing. They have a pioneering loyalty point scheme to help provide meals for those in need and you can even receive a free soup when you use your own soup container or return your takeaway packaging!
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Barburrito has two restaurants in Edinburgh and is particularly popular with students thanks to offering a 20% student discount. It’s a colourful Tex-Mex where you can have a casual bite in the restaurant or take away if you are on the move. Whatever you choose you know its going to be tasty.
Shopping
Princes Street and George Street are the roads to head to for all your high-street shopping needs. Make sure to take a detour off Princes Street to explore a selection of independent boutiques. Edinburgh is great for vintage shopping if that’s your thing. Stockbridge’s Raeburn Place is home to many charity and vintage shops and you must visit Armstrongs, a vintage emporium and one of the UK’s oldest and most loved vintage clothing stores.
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Multrees Walk is home to luxury shopping in the heart of Edinburgh. You’ll find Burberry, Harvey Nichols, Louis Vuitton, Canada Goose and more! Multrees Walk is just off St Andrew Square and houses the bus station. We are also next door to the new St James Quarter
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St. James Quarter is a mixed-use development with a large selection of retail stores. You will find an array of shops from Breitling to Next, from Zara to Superdrug. It’s the place to be for running all your errands and treating yourself!
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About a 40-minute drive away from Edinburgh city centre is Livingston Designer Outlet, perfect for a day away from the bustling city. There are an array of shops including Adidas, Calvin Klein, Lindt, to name just a few.
Cultural Guide
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Edinburgh Fringe Festival is the world’s largest art festival, with the city’s population doubling whilst its on. For 25 days Edinburgh plays host to internationally renowned and breaking acts performing in venues all across the city. It’s impossible to miss out on this incredible event!
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Hogmanay is the Scottish celebration of New Year and Edinburgh is arguably the greatest celebration of New Year in the world. Expect concerts, events and spectacular firework displays that take place over 3 days. It’s one party you won’t want to miss out on!
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Galleries
Edinburgh boasts some of Scotland’s most important national galleries. The Scottish National Gallery shows both international and Scottish art, for contemporary art and sculpture parks there is Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and Scottish National Portrait Gallery for superb portraiture in a variety of media.
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Historical Sites
The city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its Georgian and Victorian architecture and medieval streets it's clear to see why. You can’t miss Edinburgh Castle, a historic fortress that dominates the skyline, on top of an extinct volcano as well as St Giles Cathedral and National Monument of Scotland to check out too.
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Edinburgh is a vi...
Edinburgh is a vibrant city with a rich history and beautiful architecture. The city offers a great mix of cultural events, from the famous Fringe Festival to traditional Scottish celebrations. Public transport is reliable, and it’s easy to get around by bus or tram. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shops catering to diverse tastes. The natural surroundings, like Arthur’s Seat and the nearby coast, provide great opportunities for outdoor activities. However, the cost of living can be quite high, especially housing. Also, some areas get crowded during tourist seasons. read more
It is well connec...
It is well connected, plaublic transport is great. read more
Amazing city with...
Amazing city with a chill vibes. read more
all is good in Pr...
all is good in Prestige Student Living Mayfield Residences read more
very expensive ci...
very expensive city to live need to do student job read more
Good city to live...
Good city to live in and study read more
A very nice city,...
A very nice city, with a human touch and beautiful natural scenery read more
I really love Sco...
I really love Scotland and Edinburgh, which is a beautiful city with friendly people. If I can, I really don’t want to leave read more
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all is good enough for a student read more
The city was very...
The city was very nice, I had very good time. read more
Edinburgh is the...
Edinburgh is the best place to live on earth read more
It's a good city...
It's a good city with a good cultural atmosphere and the people are very friendly. However, the weather is average and it's hard for international students to adapt to it. read more
There is a camero...
There is a cameron toll near my dorm. And the distance to the bus station and the university shuttle bus is quite convenient. Overall, I am satisfied with the transportation and shopping here. read more
It is true that i...
It is true that it’s expensive to live or even travel here read more
Lovely town, best...
Lovely town, best in the world in fact! read more
welcoming town wi...
welcoming town with many places to explore. read more
Not a huge city b...
Not a huge city but has everything necessary read more
Perfect pubblic t...
Perfect pubblic transport, maybe a little bit expensive. read more
So many amazing p...
So many amazing places to see and opportunities here! read more
I love this city,...
I love this city,it's beautiful! read more
A beautiful small...
A beautiful small city, very Scottish read more
What truly sets P...
What truly sets Prestige Mayfield Residence apart is its vibrant and welcoming community. I had the pleasure of meeting students from diverse backgrounds, creating a rich tapestry of experiences and fostering meaningful connections that enhanced my university experience. read more
Lovely city overa...
Lovely city overall, very little to complain about read more
the city is perfe...
the city is perfect for students, just the weather is bad read more
I don’t want to w...
I don’t want to write a review I’m only wanting to win the giveaway read more
Love Edinburgh hi...
Love Edinburgh highly recommend for students read more
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I’m mostly positively neutral about these read more
Busses are regula...
Busses are regular and good although can be too busy at times: plenty of places to enjoy food and drink read more
public transport...
public transport is SUPER expensive if youre older than 22. cost of living skyrocketing with rents up to 600 for a teeny tiny room??? read more
It’s all very goo...
It’s all very good and love the city read more
Great public tran...
Great public transport to get around. read more
Good city! Every...
Good city! Every time when I come back to Edinburgh, I feel like coming back home. People are much more friendly than England hehe read more
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A little bit expe...
A little bit expensive and crowd city. But overall is great. Weather is not always good. The stores close at early night. read more
It is a city for...
It is a city for tourist. Too many souvenir shops here. read more
stunning scenery...
stunning scenery in The best town. read more
Edinburgh is a ca...
Edinburgh is a captivating blend of history, culture, stunning architecture, and picturesque landscapes. It offers a wealth of attractions and activities for visitors and residents alike, making it a truly remarkable city to explore. read more
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Very good experience! Like it! read more
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Good, good, very good, excellent read more
Historic and beau...
Historic and beautiful with very friendly locals read more
"Fantastic studen...
"Fantastic student accommodation! Convenient location, modern amenities, and a supportive community make it the ideal place for focused studying and memorable college experiences. Highly recommended for any student!" read more
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Good Good Good Good Good Environment read more
the people are ve...
the people are very friendly. Nice view! read more
Safe beautiful ex...
Safe beautiful except the weather read more
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good good good good good good good read more
living cost is hi...
living cost is high and public transport is high read more
Convenient cities...
Convenient cities and beautiful city read more
Edinburgh is fant...
Edinburgh is fantastic! It’s a very beautiful city. read more
It's a great city...
It's a great city with a great environment and level of learning read more
Not that clean so...
Not that clean sometimes but nice environment read more
Everything is goo...
Everything is good. I like it very much read more
Gooooooooood beau...
Gooooooooood beautiful cityyyyyyyy read more
Cost of Living Ea...
Cost of Living Eating out public transport read more
everything is gre...
everything is great except the price. It's almost the same as London read more
Nice city with pe...
Nice city with perfect viewpoints read more
It is a good city...
It is a good city and it is suitable for living read more
A fun city full o...
A fun city full of good restaurants. Very good prices and very well connected public transport networks read more
Edinburgh is beau...
Edinburgh is beautiful and rich for things to do. read more
Friendly city, an...
Friendly city, and people are helpful read more
The apartment ren...
The apartment rent is still rising. read more
A bit expensive i...
A bit expensive in recent years. Good transporting conditions. read more
Free busses are g...
Free busses are great as well as the diversity of foods here. Finding a flat that is decent and cost friendly is impossible though. read more
Really enjoy livi...
Really enjoy living in Edinburgh. read more
Great city. Love...
Great city. Love the nature, love the people, love the air. read more
When living here...
When living here you can get a YoungScot card which provides you with free public transport which is amazing. There are loads of cafes, shops, museums, parks and other things to do. A variety of clubs and themed nights. read more
Honestly, a dream...
Honestly, a dream city. Incredible amount of shops for incredibly reasonable prices. There is not a street without a place to eat at and I can literally get a tram from my doorstep to the airport to get back home. read more
Very good city. S...
Very good city. So much to do and good transport. read more
Public transport...
Public transport is great with a young Scot card. City is lovely just a bit expensive read more
very helpful and...
very helpful and efficient, easy to navigate. read more
Free public trans...
Free public transportation, making it very accessible to go anywhere read more
Super expensive b...
Super expensive but equally super enjoyable. read more
great city to be...
great city to be living in. lots of opportunities read more
It is way expensi...
It is way expensive to live oitside untill and unless you are street smart. read more
Such a beautiful...
Such a beautiful place, such a pretty face read more
Housing are quite...
Housing are quite pricey. Transport is mostly convenient. read more
Crowded city. Ver...
Crowded city. Very crowded. I mean it read more
Public transporta...
Public transportation is phenomenal but the cost of living is pretty high read more
Convenient bus ou...
Convenient bus outside accommodation. read more
I feel that Edinb...
I feel that Edinburgh is pretty safe and the nightclubs are pretty friendly even for women, me and my female friends have been there alone, and we found out that so many people there are actually pretty helpful! or we just have a good luck!! read more
Edinburgh is a ve...
Edinburgh is a very pleasant city read more
safe and nice car...
safe and nice caring people kind read more
Affordable and fr...
Affordable and frequent public transport makes journeying through the city more efficient. There's a diverse range of cuisine to cover all tastes and preference, and a great shopping complex for all your shopping needs. read more
I would only eat...
I would only eat out in fast food restaurants. Others are not quite affordable by a student. Malls are fine read more
Great facilities,...
Great facilities, excellent service, friendly staff and a great cultural and academic atmosphere. read more
Public transporta...
Public transportation costs quite high, and it is also quite expensive to eat out. But shopping online is fine. read more
Price is so high...
Price is so high I mean the food cost read more
Edinburgh is pure...
Edinburgh is pure magic. Its historic beauty, friendly people, and vibrant cultural scene make it a city like no other. From the iconic castle to the cozy cafes, every corner tells a story. A must-visit destination that captures the heart. read more
So beautiful, the...
So beautiful, the air quality is good, people are friendly, many good memories read more
Prices have been...
Prices have been increasing recently due to inflation. But that’s true everywhere. Variety of choices to eat out. Prices normal considering that this is Edinburgh. Buses are punctual and the YoungScots card has been a blessing. Nights out are great. read more
The cost of livin...
The cost of living is definitely slightly more expensive compared to other cities in Scotland. Eating out (if done regularly) will definitely burn a hole in your wallet. However, it is very manageable if you cook and grocery shop instead :) The city itself is beautiful and full of life. read more
I love this city...
I love this city for its quietness and subtle mix of history and modernity. I value places were history is preserved. read more
Edinburgh is such...
Edinburgh is such a cozy city. But sometime too windy read more
Transportation is...
Transportation is absolutely free for those over 22 years of age. read more
Love the city. Gr...
Love the city. Great for residents and tourists alike. Cost of living crisis makes it exorbitant though, and finding housing is becoming exceedingly difficult. read more
Typical of a metr...
Typical of a metropolitan city. Very internatonal friendly, locals are welcoming. read more
Can be a little p...
Can be a little pricy but the location is great read more
Edinburgh is a ci...
Edinburgh is a city full of life, which offers something different and exiting to everyone read more
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Great shops and l...
Great shops and locations. food places always good and public transport is reliable read more
why do I Need to...
why do I Need to write so many reviews that is irrelevant with accommodation. read more
Beautiful city an...
Beautiful city and there are plenty of green spaces in and around the city! Free bus travel is amazing since the buses run 24/7 and there are plenty of them all over the place. Lots of lovely restaurants serving a variety of cuisines. All in all it is an all round good city! read more
A nice place to l...
A nice place to live in, beautiful city and friendly people , safe surroundings read more
Edinburgh is vibr...
Edinburgh is vibrant, dynamic and historical. read more
Edinburgh is real...
Edinburgh is really pretty and an amazing city to live in. Always has a lot of stuff going on everywhere. read more
I love Edinburgh,...
I love Edinburgh, it has some of the most beautiful architecture, great place to go for walks, the nearby towns are also beautiful, near the beach, and lively without feeling overcrowded. However, it is so expensive to live in compared to other cities in Scotland read more
Great place to li...
Great place to live so glad I moved here read more
public transport...
public transport is very good in most regards as those who are below 21 in age will get it free and it is still quick (in some spaces it will seem to be necessary as the inclusion of ULEZ) the cost of housing or accommodation for most places is bad, lots of general shopping places and nightclubs are really good. read more
It's a fairly saf...
It's a fairly safe city but packed with tourists. You don't really tend to see any locals since most who live in the city are of foreign origin and there are not too many 'Scottish' things around. The crowds tend to get annoying, especially during summer, as going anywhere is complicated due to the number of tourists everywhere. Sometimes entering the university buildings (especially Old College!) can be difficult due to the flocking. The prices are not too high, especially compared to London, but be prepared to pay £10-12 per drink at a 'fancier' establishment. read more
If I didn’t like...
If I didn’t like the view and the castle’s here, I won’t live on the backside of Edinburgh castle! The cost of living and people are really kind! read more
The bus is really...
The bus is really expensive. I am a student and I still need to pay 4 pounds for two trips per day read more
Love Edinburgh! B...
Love Edinburgh! Back from when I was a postgrad read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful and livable city, except that it gets dark a little early in winter and it often rains, everything else is very good, the people are friendly, you will not be afraid to go home alone at night, it is very safe, and the scenery is very beautiful read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an amazing city to be a student in however is it very expensive. read more
Public transport...
Public transport here is convenient and it’s easy for students to go to any city in uk and other countries. read more
great city so man...
great city so many places to eat and drink so much activities to keep you busy at weekends read more
good city to live...
good city to live in and good weather read more
I like Edinburgh....
I like Edinburgh. It’s full of history. read more
Lots of construct...
Lots of construction making transport annoying and food and shopping very expensive read more
Great transport,...
Great transport, shopping and things to do but everything is expensive! read more
Public transport...
Public transport is amazing, you can get the bus anywhere in Edinburgh. Under 22’s can get free bus travel in Scotland, so that saves a lot of money. If your Young Scot card is registered with Edinburgh City Council you can also get the tram for free. Lots of great options for eating out and shopping. I really recommend Fort Kinnaird and St. James Quater. Lovely city however extremely expensive to live in. Rents are extortionate and you’re lucky to even find a place to rent with the housing crisis. read more
It is a very live...
It is a very lively city with lots to do so if you want to keep busy it is more than easy. read more
nice pretty city,...
nice pretty city, but cost of living is really high. read more
It is valuable fo...
It is valuable for student to study here read more
Edinburgh is expe...
Edinburgh is expensive and that is no surprise. But it is a great place to live with frequent busses going in and out of the centre taking you to the variety so shops and places to eat out. The club and pub scene in Edinburgh is also very impressive with a good pub round every corner. Drinks are often quite expensive but end up being with it for the atmosphere and environment of each pub, my favourite being Pilgrim in Cowgate. The St James centre is also a great place to go to if you need to do any shopping. It is on the other side of princes street from where I was living (in Gorgie) so did take a while to get there, but it was very much worth going for the variety of shops and food places in there and on princes street so I highly reccomend. read more
It’s convenient t...
It’s convenient to go everywhere by bus and tram read more
The bus is horrib...
The bus is horrible, especially in the city centre. The buses are very slow. read more
Edinburgh is a st...
Edinburgh is a stunning city. It is a big change coming from a different country with some downfalls but it really does feel like home. read more
Living in edinbur...
Living in edinburgh can be quite expensive especially in recent years read more
It’s a a good pla...
It’s a a good place for a holiday. read more
It is a beautiful...
It is a beautiful and lively city that is well connected by busses. read more
Bloody ask us 2 p...
Bloody ask us 2 pounds for a cup of hit water!! Could get a greggs in that money. Cheap uni such a scam read more
Free buses are 10...
Free buses are 10/10. Best city and location to live in. Only problem is that it is rather expensive and very touristy . Endless things to do and very near beach and countryside read more
Expensive to eat...
Expensive to eat out and sometimes hard to take bus due to construction but wonderful atmosphere and good people read more
Public transport...
Public transport is free for young people, which is very good. Because of the cost of living crisis and how expensive everything is in Edinburgh generally I can't say much about eating out and nights out and that but I expect they're good if you have enough money. There are some great charity shops. read more
Great city good n...
Great city good night life and generally safe read more
Verry expensive c...
Verry expensive city but worth living in read more
Edinburgh became...
Edinburgh became more expensive overtime read more
Very nice city, e...
Very nice city, enjoyable living here. Love it is full of culture and energetic at the same time read more
A pleasant and cl...
A pleasant and clean historic city read more
Edinburgh is a vi...
Edinburgh is a vibrant and historic city with a lot to offer. The stunning architecture, world-class museums and galleries, and lively cultural scene make it a must-visit destination. read more
Stunning scenery...
Stunning scenery and delicious food, with many restaurants to choose from. read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city to live read more
Cost of living in...
Cost of living in Edinburgh is very expensive, particularly accommodations and nurseries read more
The landscape of...
The landscape of Edinburgh is quite beautiful but the weather here is intolerable. read more
The city is so be...
The city is so beautiful and everyone is so nice and kind read more
This is my second...
This is my second hometown with great memories. read more
Public transport...
Public transport is good but food and cost of living are very expensive relative to smaller towns due to the higher rent, while I can this is not affordable to many people read more
Rents are too hig...
Rents are too high but Edinburgh is an amazing city and living is very happy. read more
Great food and pu...
Great food and public transport is great but it can be very busy at times and costly read more
young scot card i...
young scot card is amazing free bus travel is so useful. not many gay clubs tho read more
Need deeper pocke...
Need deeper pockets at times, but as such is everywhere with the cost of living. Good public transport read more
Edinburgh is very...
Edinburgh is very beautiful It's very windy weather is quite abrupt read more
Edinburgh is a st...
Edinburgh is a student friendly city read more
Edinburgh is real...
Edinburgh is really a peaceful place to live in. read more
Goooooooooooooooo...
Gooooooooooooooooooooooooooood job read more
Everything is ext...
Everything is extremely expensive. I rarely eat out or go shopping read more
very nice city, w...
very nice city, would be nicer if there are more buses and if buses are more punctual read more
Good city, not hu...
Good city, not huge and i feel a sense of community read more
Very expensive go...
Very expensive going out and living here but easy to get around and always quick access to a shop read more
Chill and beautif...
Chill and beautiful city to live, but the public transportation system can do better, and the shops here close early so not much shopping experience. read more
Edinburgh is fun...
Edinburgh is fun and easy to find your way around. So many places to see and to explore. read more
Fantastic city, l...
Fantastic city, lots and lots to do. read more
Walkable and easy...
Walkable and easy to get places read more
I really like thi...
I really like this city. It's very beautiful. Everywhere is within a walking distance and public transport is cheap and efficient. read more
Amazing location...
Amazing location and great locations. read more
The city is beaut...
The city is beautiful and has a lot of restaurants and things to visit. However, it is a bit expensive. read more
It’s a little bit...
It’s a little bit rural but everything will be just right because it’s an old city for retired people read more
Living cost toooo...
Living cost tooooo high and house pricing is over charged read more
I love Edinburgh!...
I love Edinburgh! It is a charming city. Everyone should visit Edinburgh at least once in their whole life. read more
You know, it’s pr...
You know, it’s pretty good. It’s like the better version of London read more
The cost of livin...
The cost of living is high here especially for food. Shopping is not that convenient. read more
Can’t believe the...
Can’t believe there is no Uniqlo in Edinburgh read more
Beautiful city, m...
Beautiful city, my favourite I’ve ever been too read more
Good Transport, e...
Good Transport, especially with the tram network being extended read more
High cost of livi...
High cost of living and low options to eat out. Inflation is so high and we can not prevent it. read more
Safe, good social...
Safe, good social life, beautiful read more
Edinburgh is a fa...
Edinburgh is a fantastic city. It is a little expensive when compared to other cities but it’s a great place with all the necessities. read more
Very cozy and com...
Very cozy and comfortable city to live in read more
There are so many...
There are so many options here, and you may apply for a young scot card, which means free bus travel! read more
Lovely city, plen...
Lovely city, plenty of shops, loads of great clubs and perfect public transport read more
Love this place!...
Love this place! And every beautiful city! read more
Edinburgh is a gr...
Edinburgh is a great city with lots to do and the bus system is great read more
the buses are gre...
the buses are great and very helpful read more
Good public trans...
Good public transport, a bit expensive read more
beautiful city,...
beautiful city, i love you, although the traffice is bad. read more
That is fantastic...
That is fantastic! I like Edinburgh! read more
Magnificent city,...
Magnificent city, it is beautiful and charming as the captivating of scotland read more
Lothian buses can...
Lothian buses can be annoying. read more
NICE!!! A really...
NICE!!! A really kind city with many kind people! I am always helped by other, whose enthusiastic and kind attitude really comfort me and give me encourage read more
Beautiful city wi...
Beautiful city with high cost of living read more
Lovely city, so b...
Lovely city, so beautiful and the people are relatively sweet read more
My favourite city...
My favourite city in the world not as a student tho lmao read more
Edinburgh is a lo...
Edinburgh is a lovely town to live in providing great living life for students. read more
Perfect city with...
Perfect city with impressive viewing. read more
really nice city,...
really nice city, people are nice read more
Expensive city bu...
Expensive city but nice things to go out and do and free bus travel makes it worth it read more
Beautiful city, g...
Beautiful city, generally good amenities read more
city prices but n...
city prices but nice places to visit that r freee read more
An inviting place...
An inviting place to live. Good nightlife, with plenty of bars and restaurants serving exotic cuisine. read more
Its just stunning...
Its just stunning, its especially beautiful in the autumn. very expensive however read more
I love living in...
I love living in edinburgh its great read more
it is a beautiful...
it is a beautiful place to live albeit a bit expensive. There are many independent cafes and bookshops which is lovely and greenspaces which is great to have in a city! read more
The most beautifu...
The most beautiful city in the entire world ! read more
The best city to...
The best city to study. Feels very safe. read more
Very pretty, hell...
Very pretty, hell during the summer when the fringe is on though. It's got a fun drag scene and an amazing student housing co-op ;) read more
Nice city, great...
Nice city, great food, nice things to do, feels safe at night, good green spaces read more
It’s a pretty goo...
It’s a pretty good city good stuff to see read more
good city with en...
good city with entertainment and relaxing places read more
Beautiful city to...
Beautiful city to live in. Great night life read more
Really nice city,...
Really nice city, quite expensive though. read more
Edinburgh it's a...
Edinburgh it's a wonderful city full of facilities. read more
A bit on the expe...
A bit on the expensive side for average students but overall good. read more
I have young scot...
I have young scots card and I can travel for free and that is amazing! read more
It’s a great and...
It’s a great and beautiful city read more
Things are bit ex...
Things are bit expensive with difficulty in finding accommodation read more
Decent enough tow...
Decent enough town to live in as a university student. Most of your social events will involve some sort of pub craw or night out drinking. read more
I love staying in...
I love staying in Scotland. Edinburgh is a amazing place. It reached the goal of carbon net zero, and we can get free bus, and Scottish people are so friendly! read more
It is the only ci...
It is the only city that I want to stay long-term within United Kingdom. read more
It is a charming...
It is a charming city, so proper for student life. Most places on the city centre has student discounts. read more
Very big town and...
Very big town and I live on the outskirts, which makes it more difficult to enjoy social life. A bus day ticket is £4.50 but the traffic is usually huge, routes are long and it takes an awful lot of time to get from one place to another. read more
You will get outp...
You will get outpriced for flats, if you can even find one. Everything else made for the best experience of my life though. read more
Best public trans...
Best public transport. It is free for students under 22 even for international students!. read more
utterly gorgeous...
utterly gorgeous city. incredibly beautiful. the galleries are nice, the architecture is stunning. cost of living is much less than you’d expect from a capital. things don’t really seem to be open beyond 1-3am, though read more
Well the restaura...
Well the restaurants here are nice, but the cost is too much! Also sometimes the bus disappears read more
Edinburgh as a ci...
Edinburgh as a city was really nice to reside in! The cost of living, however, was quite a lot similar to London; no wonder it is often referred to as "the London of Scotland!". How peaceful it is often depends upon where you live within the city! The streets, however, in my subjective opinion, are quite safe regardless of what time of night it is. My suggestion to young folks under the age of 26 is to get hold of the YoungScots card which grants access to historic places like Edinburgh Castle, etc. for just £1 and if you are under the age of 23, you'll have free bus-travel access anywhere within Scotland! read more
Beautiful city wi...
Beautiful city with a lot to do and see for every interest. read more
Love Edinburgh, i...
Love Edinburgh, it’s a great place to be with lots going on read more
The cost of livin...
The cost of living is extremely high especially for people like me who is not a good chef but want to eat out in the Chinese restaurants read more
Edinburgh is the...
Edinburgh is the most beautiful city in my heart, excluding prices though. read more
A nice and friend...
A nice and friendly city. Enjoyed my time here. read more
It’s a vibe! I lo...
It’s a vibe! I love Edinburgh! read more
EDINBURGH IS A BE...
EDINBURGH IS A BEAUTIFUL CITY WITH LOVELY PEOPLE read more
Enjoyed my stay i...
Enjoyed my stay in Edinburgh, nice and beautiful city for living read more
Nice place to liv...
Nice place to live in. Living cost is much cheaper than in London absolutely read more
Top place to go o...
Top place to go out n about ngl. read more
Loved living in E...
Loved living in Edinburgh. The food and people are almost as good as Glasgow read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city and good for travel. The public transport is very convenient. read more
Perfect perfect p...
Perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect read more
There should defi...
There should definitely have more funny shops like buyers shop and other fashion stores read more
An excellent and...
An excellent and memorable experience read more
Great! Great! Gre...
Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! Great! read more
I love Edinburgh,...
I love Edinburgh, its a lovely city, which is very international, and people here are pleasant as well. read more
The city is relat...
The city is relatively cheaper than other parts of UK. It’s manageable read more
Surprisingly good...
Surprisingly good bus service. Not the easiest city to cycle but possible. Overall expensive but personal the best city I've ever lived in. Always a bar somewhere with live music playing. read more
Amazing city and...
Amazing city and beautiful scenery, especially the prince’s street. However I hate the terrain which causes me lots of hard walks read more
The Edinburgh cit...
The Edinburgh city that is my favorite place. read more
Nice city with co...
Nice city with cozy living conditions. read more
bus service is re...
bus service is really great, the rest is mid at best read more
Edinburgh is a ok...
Edinburgh is a ok city to stay in. There is not as much rain compared to Glasgow and have adequate facilities to support student’s life. There are lots of bars in here which is personally a bonus point, but not so sure how other feels about this aspect. read more
Edinburgh is a ni...
Edinburgh is a nice enough city, got some nice historical buildings read more
Great choice of r...
Great choice of restaurants and shopping read more
nice city to live...
nice city to live in really chill and beautiful read more
edinburgh is amaz...
edinburgh is amazing! i've never been a person good with public transport but you can literally go anywhere in edinburgh because the bus routes are so good. everything you need is in edinburgh read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an amazing city full of life read more
Very expensive re...
Very expensive rent everywhere with most properties owned by private student accommodation or large letting agencies read more
Everything in doo...
Everything in door step close great shops read more
I live near EH7,...
I live near EH7, it's very close to shopping mall and princes street, there are many different restaurants around, the price is moderate, it gives me a great experience, read more
Amazing sights an...
Amazing sights and easy to travel around read more
Expensive, but wo...
Expensive, but wouldn’t pick another city if I had the chance read more
Quite expensive,...
Quite expensive, but the buses are free if you are under 22 and there is a good range of food read more
unbelievably expe...
unbelievably expensive and unaffordable for all students without a massive trust fund read more
expensive, but ni...
expensive, but nice. sometimes difficult to meet people, but overall a lovely place to live read more
Edinburgh is stil...
Edinburgh is still very expensive, compared to other cities no matter what it is read more
Beautidul City, a...
Beautidul City, amazing views. read more
Flats and rent is...
Flats and rent is very expensive, as are cafes and restaurants but it is the most gorgeous city, so on the whole it's worth it to get to live here read more
Busses are regula...
Busses are regular and always on time read more
Expensive city bu...
Expensive city but very nice clean and safe read more
Edinburgh is alwa...
Edinburgh is always full of excitement and new adventures whenever I head out! I get to learn and grow every single day through its liveliness! read more
Great place to li...
Great place to live. Very student friendly, not too big easy to get around all the people are friendly and nice. Buses sometimes are super late but still quite convenient to use. I love Edinburgh read more
Transport is good...
Transport is good, city is full of nice places read more
Edinburgh isn’t k...
Edinburgh isn’t known for being cheap but it’s worth it - I love living here and consider it my home. read more
It's cold and be...
It's cold and be careful with the wind!! read more
Great city. Easy...
Great city. Easy to walk everywhere. Although the temperatures can get quite cold, the worst thing is the strong and cold wind. Beautiful historical city with lots of things to do and great people. read more
Cost of living is...
Cost of living is pretty high, but if you get a job it’s manageable. Don’t know much about nights out. Eating out is good but is expensive and not always worth the price. It’s important to know where to have food from to make the most out of it. Shopping is great, everything is close by. Public transport is good. Not of too much use, as nearly everything is in walking distance. But for people under 22 it is now free to travel by bus! Tram is very comfortable too, and makes it easy to get to the airport. read more
Can find everythi...
Can find everything in this city, lovely place to be at. read more
Very beautiful ci...
Very beautiful city, historical and modern at the same time. read more
I've been living...
I've been living in Edinburgh for about 10 months and on average I like here! read more
The city is amazi...
The city is amazing but a bit expensive read more
Edinburgh is abso...
Edinburgh is absolutely beautiful (insert heart eyes emoji). From the architecture to the people living in the city. I am from South Africa and coming here is a dream! read more
Amazing place to...
Amazing place to live! Love it read more
Edinburgh is amaz...
Edinburgh is amazing. You get both the city and countryside life in one. So close to nature and so beautiful. read more
One of the most p...
One of the most peaceful city in Uk. read more
Very expensive! B...
Very expensive! But worth it for the best nightlife and incredible city. Nicest city in uk. read more
Edinburgh is very...
Edinburgh is very expensive, more than most places in Scotland but less than London. The student union bars are as expensive as most pubs and in fact it is often cheaper to go elsewhere and claim a student discount. read more
Heritage city wit...
Heritage city with good bus network. read more
Edinburgh is very...
Edinburgh is very easy to get around and has lots of opportunities read more
Public transport...
Public transport is so convenient in the city and it is extremely beautiful. read more
Fantastic city to...
Fantastic city to live in and study in read more
Not a rating but...
Not a rating but although expensive the city itself is great to explore during the day with plenty of outdoory adventures to do free of charge or a cheap and quick bus ride away read more
The most beautifu...
The most beautiful city I have ever seen. Soul of city is awesome, historical read more
Quite expensive c...
Quite expensive city but beautiful. read more
Beautiful scenari...
Beautiful scenario with chilly weather 24/7 read more
Overall, Edinburg...
Overall, Edinburgh is a safe place to live in, with great bus transportation, and people are friendly and helpful read more
Everything is gre...
Everything is great but nothing stands out read more
Great view , grea...
Great view , great people , great experience read more
It's a beautiful...
It's a beautiful city, with so much to see and experience. And the weather is very erratic but fun, and if you love the rain, it's amazing! read more
Edinburgh is a mu...
Edinburgh is a multi cultural city read more
Edinburgh is a go...
Edinburgh is a good place to live, where we can walk everywhere read more
For those that lo...
For those that love the outdoors or are a fan of architecture, this city is brilliant. read more
Can be a bit expe...
Can be a bit expensive in the city centre towards high street but that doesn’t stop many students alike from having a good time. Public transportation (mostly bus) is really handy especially when travelling far to IKEA or retail parks/ to campus however cost may add up if you take it every day. read more
really nice city...
really nice city with lots of different interesting sights read more
Never want to lea...
Never want to leave best and most beautiful city in the world except for the expenses😜 read more
Take a bus is exp...
Take a bus is expensive for students read more
Great student cit...
Great student city but expensive !!! read more
Edinburgh is the...
Edinburgh is the place to be for any student to be read more
There is no stude...
There is no student discount of Public transport read more
lots of shops. ex...
lots of shops. expensive. transport is really good read more
I love to live he...
I love to live here. Enjoy the beautiful scenery read more
Easy to access, r...
Easy to access, relatively easy city to navigate. Some serious nights out and money can be well spent with plenty of good know how read more
Good city to be i...
Good city to be in with excellent public transport read more
Buses tend to be...
Buses tend to be late Things can get kind of expensive if you’re not careful read more
Edinburgh can be...
Edinburgh can be a fairly expensive city to live in however I do feel that it is overall fantastic place to live, so worth it. read more
Public transport...
Public transport isnt the best, but their Bus app works great read more
Everything here i...
Everything here is exceptional and I love this city. read more
Edinburgh is a gr...
Edinburgh is a great city to live in. There is so much to do. read more
Buses are easy to...
Buses are easy to navigate, and the walks are always scenic and calming. The nightlife is good, and there is a wide variety of things to do read more
I love Edinburgh,...
I love Edinburgh, as soon as I came here I felt like this is my place and I wasn’t wrong, I’m loving it. Night life is really good and the choice of restaurants is amazing and activities wise is brilliant. Totally recommend at least giving Edinburgh a visit and I promise as soon as you come here, you won’t want to leave. read more
Nice city with a...
Nice city with a lot of interesting places to visit. read more
Transport links a...
Transport links are really good and there are plenty of clubs. read more
Beautiful archite...
Beautiful architecture and friendly people read more
Great place to li...
Great place to live although it's quite expensive read more
Lovely city with...
Lovely city with lots of public transport read more
Great place to li...
Great place to live for students read more
Good prices and l...
Good prices and lovely lovely city to live in read more
Very well kept, c...
Very well kept, clean town, with plenty of shopping areas read more
Public transport...
Public transport is really good in Edinburgh, the busses are really useful and run relatively frequently and if you’re late you can always speed walk most things aren’t too far away. Shopping is good but there is a lot of high priced shops so to do common shopping can be quite hard and pricey. read more
Class innit, yakn...
Class innit, yaknow what I mean read more
Edinburgh has a l...
Edinburgh has a lot of shops, nearby supermarkets and attractions like the Castle and museums read more
Public transport...
Public transport is reliable, night life is good read more
buses are very fr...
buses are very frequent so there’s no struggle to get somewhere have two supermarkets near where i live read more
Good experience G...
Good experience Good experience Good experience Good experience read more
Convinient puplic...
Convinient puplic transport, great discounts at shops, nice environment read more
Love the city, be...
Love the city, best thing about it is the architecture but it does come at a price. The public services are good. read more
Terrific city wit...
Terrific city with a lot of activities and places to go and great restaurants read more
Edinburgh is a we...
Edinburgh is a well developed city, dare I say better than London, the people are so chill and nice, lots of places to visit, eat and party! read more
Noice 🤌 gorgeous...
Noice 🤌 gorgeous city very easy to get around and judgement free read more
Good city. Lots o...
Good city. Lots of things to do read more
Amazing view and...
Amazing view and comfortable climate read more
Really lovely pla...
Really lovely place to live in! read more
Very good, I real...
Very good, I really love this city read more
Good place to liv...
Good place to live and very popular with students but quite expensive read more
Edinburgh is a lo...
Edinburgh is a lot easier than I thought it would be to get about but I’m really looking forward to see all the events that will be happening around Christmas time read more
Edinburgh is a gr...
Edinburgh is a great city that I live and has many different things to do within the city read more
City is expensive...
City is expensive to live in but that's overshadowed by the gorgeous Edinburgh architecture and views all around you. read more
Lovely place, fri...
Lovely place, friendly people, lots of nice restaurants read more
Very pretty and r...
Very pretty and romantic city. Enjoy myself in this place! read more
Very nice view! V...
Very nice view! Very pretty! Good read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an amazing and vibrant city read more
Edinburgh is fun...
Edinburgh is fun and happy, not too expensive, just a bit cold read more
Edinburgh is a wo...
Edinburgh is a wonderful city for students. read more
Edinburgh is lite...
Edinburgh is literally the most gorgeous place in the world. read more
It’s a very beaut...
It’s a very beautiful city and the people over here are very nice. read more
Edinburgh is a lo...
Edinburgh is a lovely city, embracing and entertaining. Although it is not a big metropolis, there is much to see and do. read more
The buses are con...
The buses are convenient but a bit expensive. I wish there would be a big shopping centre here. Haven't tried the food yet... I've been to several classical music concerts which were fantastic. read more
High living cost,...
High living cost, the cost is not friendly to students. Unless you have a rich family. The shops here closes very early in the evening, so if you wish to go shopping, make sure to visit the stores before 5pm. The nature park here in Edinburgh is fabulous and chill. I enjoy a lot walking in the Holyrood Park. If you are a nature and historic person, Edinburgh will not let you down. read more
I like living in...
I like living in Edinburgh. The city offers everything you may need but I still have to experience most of its lifestyle. read more
exciting and wond...
exciting and wonderful city, very friendly people read more
Everything is wel...
Everything is well laid out and easy to reach read more
Great city to liv...
Great city to live in, very student friendly. read more
Lovely city. Ever...
Lovely city. Everyone should visit. read more
Edinburgh is such...
Edinburgh is such a cool city. A little bit expensive sometimes, especially on nights out, but a great atmosphere. Food is great and the festivals are definitely worth going to. read more
Edinburgh is a bl...
Edinburgh is a bloody lovely city! I can't even put it in words how much I fell in love with this city! There is such a big variety of little stores and restaurants from cultures all over the world. In the city you can reach almost any destination by walking and you have the best combination of being close to the sea and to the mountains. Within no time you are in the middle of nowhere and you can experience the Highlands - An experience that I've never had before. Only downside is that it's a relatively expensive city to live. read more
I fell in love wi...
I fell in love with the city straight as I moved here! It’s so beyond beautiful read more
Night life is goo...
Night life is good and facilities are available read more
Great city- highl...
Great city- highlight of being here for university is the city experience read more
Even though I hav...
Even though I have only lived here for 4 years, this place has felt more like home than my birthplace. This place has everything, unique architecture, amazing facilities and entertainment, and gorgeous views of mountains and lochs within walking distance read more
Edinburgh is a wo...
Edinburgh is a wondeful city for us to live. The beautiful scenery, the nice people, the special stores and the old archtectures, all are so nice for me! I love the every street, very building, even the train station and supermarket, I really love this city!!! read more
Good city, enjoy...
Good city, enjoy it loads, would like to continue living here if I find a job read more
edinburgh is a gr...
edinburgh is a great city, lots of things to do read more
an amazing city t...
an amazing city though it will hopefully be more lively after the pandemic is over. read more
It is a very nice...
It is a very nice walkable city, During COVID we weren't able to experience nights out so I can not rank it. It is expensive and eating out can be very expensive. read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city to live in. The wet and gloomy weather can be difficult to deal with. read more
All very good nor...
All very good normally but haven’t really been able to experience it yet. read more
As an internation...
As an international student, it is a fairly easy place to adjust. It is a student-friendly city and I feel safe knowing there are peers my age or people in the same phase of my life as me: studying abroad. So I don't feel like I am alone at all times. read more
Living in Edinbur...
Living in Edinburgh can be quite expensive if your budget is low, once you get used to the city and get to know its secrets or ways of fitting in your budget, you'll love it ! The public transport is well developped and the city is still building a new tramway ! Most restaurants and bars and clubs were closed so i could not have a taste of night outs... Yet, when everything opened (weeks before I left) I enjoyed every seconds out in edinburgh's streets ! read more
Love the city! So...
Love the city! So much so I've decided to stay once my four years are up. Lovely friendly people, hills and the sea on your door step. Best thing I've ever done was moving!! read more
Edinburgh is defi...
Edinburgh is definitely one of the prettiest and friendliest cities, I absolutely love it! read more
Such a lovely cit...
Such a lovely city! Not too big or too small, amazing architecture, always some new streets to explore and buildings to admire. This city really has a special vibe which makes it feel like home! read more
Relatively cheap...
Relatively cheap living cost, but the food is terrible. Many restaurants are more or less selling the same thing, so it is very easy to run out of options of dinner. Walk and cycle can get to the most places in the city, and the walking and cycling path are pretty good. The bus takes even more time in certain cases. read more
Very nice, relaxe...
Very nice, relaxed city. Hard to comment on going out due to covid restrictions! read more
Beautiful and his...
Beautiful and historic place that you can both enjoy the views and night outs. Inclusive environment. A bit expensive. read more
Edinburgh is hist...
Edinburgh is historic and modern at the same time with great night life read more
Great place to li...
Great place to live however the cost of living would ideally be a lot cheaper. Amazing place excluding that read more
Expensive but loa...
Expensive but loads to do and see read more
The university is...
The university is very good, and most of the teachers are very friendly to the students and always answer any questions. Due to the epidemic situation this year, I can't attend physical classes, so I don't have much experience and understanding of the school in many aspects. read more
A safe and beauti...
A safe and beautiful city that is deal for student life. read more
Beautiful place f...
Beautiful place full of history and a very lively city. read more
Edinburgh is a gr...
Edinburgh is a great city. Love nights out here. read more
Very interesting...
Very interesting to discover It is enjoyable Even though staying at home and look out of the window read more
Really great loca...
Really great location, lots of things to do, and never boring! read more
Edinburgh is a wo...
Edinburgh is a wonderful city to live in! I’d never been here before I moved to study, but the people and place has changed my life for the better in multiple ways. While the city is generally expensive, Edinburgh buses and tram links are excellent and living costs go down significantly if you decide to love only 20-30 minutes away from the uni by bus. There are a myriad of cultural events which make the place wonderful! read more
Lovely city with...
Lovely city with many shops but also gorgeous natural areas! read more
Don't know where...
Don't know where to begin.... come experience it yourself! read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an amazing city which is very welcoming. Really great restaurant and coffee shop scene. Huge amount of pubs and great cocktail bars. Good variety of night clubs but definitely not the best night out you'll find in the UK. Rent is high but able to find affordable housing with some searching. The architecture and general feel of the city is amazing. Lots of green space, lots of historical monuments, lots to explore. Definitely a city you'll fall in love with and not want to leave after. read more
For a student, I...
For a student, I believe living in Edinburgh has been very reasonable in all aspects. read more
Edinburgh is a ni...
Edinburgh is a nice city but it has less malls compared to another cities read more
Despite the pande...
Despite the pandemic, it has been an amazing first year of living in Edinburgh and with having nothing open, surprisingly you don’t get too bored read more
Public transporta...
Public transportation quite accessible. Shopping super markets are very handy. It's a place of art, literature, history, music and folklores. read more
Living and rentin...
Living and renting is expensive, but there are usually enough options to earn too. read more
Amazing, as a stu...
Amazing, as a student I love staying here read more
Stunning city, pu...
Stunning city, public transport can get you about anywhere. read more
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The best city i’v...
The best city i’ve ever been to so I love living here. Should be even better after the pandemic read more
Can't speak for N...
Can't speak for Nights out but everything is else is really good and reasonable compared to Dublin prices! Great to have a reliable bus service & the app is unreal. Hard to beat the beauty of Edinburgh read more
Dont eat out/ mig...
Dont eat out/ mights out/ use public transport often enough to have a review but heard good things read more
Edinburgh is my f...
Edinburgh is my favorite city in UK, so unique and so much to do as well as a lot of opportunity. read more
Its an expensive...
Its an expensive city but is much more organized when compared to other cities in UK but its worth the money since its a beautiful city with great view. read more
Great city with l...
Great city with lots of shops and great nightlife read more
On the cusp of ex...
On the cusp of expensive, Edinburgh provides a range of both amazing cultural and entertaining aspects. Whether you want to live your university life raving in clubs or taking a calming walk in the meadows, you can truly pick your life here. read more
The cost of livin...
The cost of living in Edinburgh will be higher compared to other locations in the UK, but there is no denying the upbeat and vibrant lifestyle here. You will be able to get just about any cuisine you like around town, night outs are never too hard to plan, and shopping is as easy as walking down Princes Street, literally! Public transport is easily accessible through buses and trains that runs around town regularly. read more
I can´t really ra...
I can´t really rate properly many of these items because the quarantine had everything closed. But the city´s parks and architecture were spaectacular, and the public trasport was very efficient too. read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city and I went to many famous places of interest. But unfortunately because of the epidemic, my understanding of Edinburgh is not very clear. I hope I can visit this city again in the future. read more
I don't really ex...
I don't really experience the social part of the city but Edinburgh and its surroundings are definitely beautiful. read more
The city can be e...
The city can be expensive, however it you know where to look prices decrease very quickly. This year has been different with the pandemic, but Edinburgh seems to have adapted well and still offers an abundance of opportunities. Would have liked to enjoy my last year further but it has allowed me to focus and realise what matters most to me about this wonderful city. read more
A beautiful city....
A beautiful city. No shortage of local amenities. Has a good nightlife, but also has places that feel like you're in the countryside in the middle of the city. read more
Great city all ar...
Great city all around, I love the architecture, the ambiance and that it has a lot of natural spaces. The people are really nice and the population is really diverse because of the university having students coming from all over the world. It has a great choice of restaurants, you can find any food you want really. It is not so great for shopping but I don't really mind. The public transport only has buses and I really think it is too expensive for students even if you take a monthly pass. read more
Great student cit...
Great student city! Would definitely recommend read more
Edinburgh is one...
Edinburgh is one of the best cities to spend your university years. Great pubs, welcoming people and incredible landscapes and architecture. read more
Public transport...
Public transport is very good, it is easy to reach any part of the city. There are many good quality restaurants and variety of choices of international cuisine. read more
Not much to say g...
Not much to say given the current pandemic situation we're in, but ordering food in hasn't been great. Princes Street shopping is decent though. read more
Very expensive ci...
Very expensive city, but its beautiful and pre-covid social life is great. read more
Edinburgh is a gr...
Edinburgh is a great city to live in read more
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No dudhdhd dhdhdhdh dhdhdhd dhdhdy read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an amazing city to live in although very expensive, especially student accommodations read more
Can’t comment too...
Can’t comment too much because of covid but it’s a brill city from what I’ve experience read more
Covid regulations...
Covid regulations stopped the socialising and eating out portion but everything else about Edinburgh is amazing read more
Edinburgh is so b...
Edinburgh is so beautiful. The buses are convenient and every second shop front is a restaurant or bar. read more
Expensive but wor...
Expensive but worth it for the experience. Nights out are great but can be expensive although and the are also very affordable places for students to go out. read more
One of the most b...
One of the most beautiful and welcoming cities in Europe. Must visit! read more
There are so many...
There are so many things to see and do in Edinburgh. One of the reasons I chose Edinburgh was for its culture, especially as the hub of the Edinburgh Fringe. Obviously with COVID-19 about, it has been impossible to experience all of this firsthand, but even without all the events on, the city is beautiful and has lots on offer. read more
I stay just outsi...
I stay just outside the city centre so everything is basically on my doorstep. My area is very quiet and there is no noise or antisocial behaviour problems. Edinburgh is beautiful and should be appreciated in all aspects. read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city with lots of things to do. Whether it be walking up Arthur’s seat, shopping on princes street or eating out, there are so many options to choose from. read more
Some places are e...
Some places are expensive but then again, lost places are worth it!! read more
Edinburgh is an a...
Edinburgh is an awesome city which is quite small considering it is the capital of Scotland. read more
Edinburgh is a ni...
Edinburgh is a nice city but restaurants are lacking even you are just slightly off the central area and shops aren't always accessible. in uni area everything is swamped by students. read more
Edinburgh is grea...
Edinburgh is great city, there are many clubs and restaurants. You many people from all over the world, it is truly an international city. I personally loved living there and exploring Scotland. read more
Edinburgh is a ni...
Edinburgh is a nice town but Napier is in a dodgy area with no shops around read more
Easy to get aroun...
Easy to get around and a historically incredible city read more
Nice city for stu...
Nice city for studying, but too crowded for longterm living. read more
Peaceful, but not...
Peaceful, but not a lot of interesting places to dine or shop at. Historic locations and nice cafes. read more
Edinburgh is one...
Edinburgh is one of the loveliest cities I have ever been to read more
My favourite city...
My favourite city of all time! The vibe of the city is great, the people are nice, and it's such a beautiful city! Great for students, cause it's not too expensive and the whole city is such an over all great experience! read more
An international...
An international student studying in Singapore read more
Cost of living is...
Cost of living is a nightmare - the most expensive in Scotland. Probably why it's most suited to people with rich parents who will foot the bill read more
Edinburgh is the...
Edinburgh is the most magical place on Earth and I wouldn't change it for the world. It is expensive though and the public transport is not that efficient. read more
I love the city....
I love the city. It offers a great deal of different opportunities. The city is the only thing that has been really good about this experience. I wish the school was as welcoming and pleasant as the city. read more
There is an abuda...
There is an abudant of things to do in Edinburgh including a wide variety of cuisines and activities read more
I love Edinburgh...
I love Edinburgh safe and quiet read more
Edinburgh is a ve...
Edinburgh is a very beautiful city, which really attracts me. I really love this city, especially the beautiful scenes and fresh air all day. read more
Edinburgh is a ve...
Edinburgh is a very nice historical city with plenty of things to do in your free time read more
A beautiful and a...
A beautiful and artistic city. read more
It's a little too...
It's a little too expensive. And the got no Uniqlo. read more
Amazing city. Hig...
Amazing city. Highly reccomend read more
Life in Edi is pr...
Life in Edi is pretty convenient , and living price is acceptable comparing to other big cities. read more
Lecturers and stu...
Lecturers and students are of the lowest profile alike. Most of the lecturers here were low-grade students who got into MSc program, brushed up by the University by being awarded PhD here, and allowed to teach afterward. Because the University can't afford high-profile business teachers elsewhere. Finally, the student satisfaction stat confirms everything my cousin says. Edinburgh is one of the 5-bottom worst Universities in the UK https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings?sortby=student-satisfaction. Gosh, she should see this chart before going there. read more
It is a world-cla...
It is a world-class city nothing else to say. read more
I do love Edinbur...
I do love Edinburgh. The city is beautiful, the people are helpful and kind and there's always something to do or explore. Lothian buses is absolutely not the best public transport company I've encountered, and I definetly had my issues with them. In all, Edinburgh is an amazing city for students, workers and families, and I'm 100% happy with my decision to move here. read more
Edinburgh is such...
Edinburgh is such a wonderful city. It has made me so happy that I am able to study in such a beautiful place. read more
Too expensive and...
Too expensive and dirty. A bit dangerous. read more
Amazing public tr...
Amazing public transport, great nightlife read more
Beautiful old cit...
Beautiful old city, with so much history, unfortunately nights out might be a little bit scary, seeing so much drunk people, since then spending night out in my accommodation playing board games with flatmates read more
Great city to liv...
Great city to live in and have fun. read more
Edinburgh is real...
Edinburgh is really beautiful, and local residents are nice. read more
I love this city...
I love this city with beautiful sceneries. But the shopping places are a few read more
Great for having...
Great for having a good time. No shortage of places to have fun and go out. Just remember you're here to study! Sighthill campus is on the edge of the city and far away from the centre and many students living arrangements. The closer you live to Sighthill, the further you will be from the life of the city read more
Great for having...
Great for having a good time. No shortage of places to have fun and go out. Just remember your there to study! read more
Edinburgh is a re...
Edinburgh is a really good city for uni. read more
Beautiful city. G...
Beautiful city. Great place to study. read more
The most beautifu...
The most beautiful city with hills and beaches and volcanos. An extremely clean and pure environment with amazing transport network. read more
AmaZing! So many...
AmaZing! So many cool bars and restaurant. Very friendly people read more
Edinburgh is a be...
Edinburgh is a beautiful city, worth the hassle of being mistreated at the University of Edinburgh read more
As said, the city...
As said, the city of Edinburgh is a s******. Infrastructure is non-existent, and this town is so poorly managed that looks like some sort of post-apocalyptic hellscape. I would not recommend. read more
Buses finalllllll...
Buses finalllllllly are contactless but hey ho they still ask for exact change. Still some dragging out of the dark ages is required in edi read more
Will update as I...
Will update as I get to know to the city more. Currently just blown away by the beauty of the city. I have previously lived and studied in England, and prices for eating out certainly seem less than in London or Cambridge. Plenty of pubs and clubs and shopping available everywhere. There are also lots of buses and trams to get around, as well as taxis. read more
Amazing except fo...
Amazing except for the terrible accommodation read more
Amazing city. Gre...
Amazing city. Great shopping, food, night life and public transport. read more
It is a capital c...
It is a capital city so the cost of living is a little above average - and the same goes for food. Although, there are normally always student deals and apps that bump down the price of eating out. Public transport is great. You can get a bus anywhere in the city for £1.50 and to be honest, it is easy enough to walk too if you prefer walking! There are different clubs/pubs to suit everyone. If your in to dress and heels - George street! If your up for wild hip hop nights - cow gate! If you just want a chilled pub - grass market! It's great. Princes street is so close and it has every shop a girl needs! read more
Fantastic city: t...
Fantastic city: there's so much to do (and soooo many cool bookshops!), but it's also quite a small city meaning you can walk everywhere by foot. Perfection. read more
Beautiful. Wouldn...
Beautiful. Wouldn't want to be anywhere else read more
I would argue the...
I would argue the greatest city in the UK. Large, bustling with life and friendly. Easy to get to know and unmistakably gorgeous. Whilst this will to some degree be biased. The city is amazing no matter who you ask. read more
Stay south of Pri...
Stay south of Princes St, and the prices are student friendly. Plenty of places to eat with a variety of prices and cuisines. Nights out are brilliant, whether it's the Big Cheese at potterrow on Saturday, downing chilli shots at Vodka Revs, or even shisha at Hanam's overlooking the Grassmarket on their terrace. Shopping is good; their Primark even looks quite nice! And buses are the main way of getting around (£1.50 for a single), but you can walk just about everywhere/ get a bike. read more
A lot going on. C...
A lot going on. Club scene is good/quiet, poor compared to some big cities but still good fun. Public transport is brilliant. read more
A tad expensive b...
A tad expensive but only what you would expect in a great capital city. Everything else is great read more
Edinburgh is just...
Edinburgh is just the best. I knew the city well before moving for uni but it can still surprise you! Nights out are just the best and everyone is so friendly. Everything is easily accessible with good transport links. Also for spending all of that student loan, the shops are great, just don't spend all you're time in them you are there to study haha read more
Love Edinburgh it...
Love Edinburgh it's a beautiful city with a lot to do read more
I love Edinburgh...
I love Edinburgh so much! It is the perfect student city in the way that there is something for everyone, and you have loads to do when you're there. It is a capital city, so there's tons going on. A big music scene, lots of galleries/museums, some lovely parks, plenty of shops (highstreet and more vintagey) some awesome pubs and bars, plus plenty of clubs! Obviously you get all of that in lots of cities, but the thing about Edinburgh is it's beauty. Both the old town and the new town have beautiful architecture with lovely old buildings, cobbled streets, little market squares etc. (there's a great farmers market every Sunday in new town!). Plus you have Arthur's seat, which I think is awesome. Just a giant hill in the middle of the city! You get a fab view of the city and surrounding mountains from the top, and it looks beautiful from below with holyrood park surrounding it. It's almost like a snippet of the countryside thrown into the centre! read more
I've never felt m...
I've never felt more at home that in Edinburgh. It's a nice size, the people are nice, coming from the Lake District the air and water are as nice as home. I'm definitely going to try and get a job here after uni. read more
Edinburgh is but...
Edinburgh is but so worth it it's literally the best place ever. On hot days half the student body will be found drinking, bbqing and playing sportsbon the meadows. It's glorious. read more
Edinburgh is amaz...
Edinburgh is amazing! Everything is easily accessible, either by walking or by reasonably priced buses. There's so many shops and restaurants everywhere you look, and it's such a pretty city too. read more
Amazing city. Rea...
Amazing city. Really good prices for a capital. Loads of green spaces and beautiful buildings. The city makes the uni worth it. read more
Variety of differ...
Variety of different priced and themed clubs and bars - awesome student nights every night of the week read more
wonderful place t...
wonderful place to study; great atmosphere! read more
Has everything I...
Has everything I needed even if a bit pricey read more
High cost of livi...
High cost of living, but that's just what comes with living in a capital city. There are plenty good places to eat out, as well as many bars and clubs. Shopping isn't the best here, you'd be better taking a trip to Glasgow, but it's still good enough. Public transport is excellent and reliable with very regular buses throughout the city. read more
Edinburgh is a fa...
Edinburgh is a fantastic place to live, I don't think I could have picked a better place to go for my first experience of living away from home! It's a safe city, and although it's fairly sizeable it doesn't stifle you the way somewhere like Manchester does. The university (of Edinburgh) is incredible - and wherever you go in the city, it looks like Hogwarts! read more
Cons?
It's an awfully long way from home, and my partner.