These apartments are generally situated within a half mile radius of Edinburgh Castle – this area will encompass the Lothian Road area, The Royal Mile, George Street and Queen Street districts. The more popular Edinburgh City Centre apartments are Royal Mile Apartments, Newtown Apartments, Old Town Apartments and Castle Apartments. Most of these are situated close to the main shopping areas and near to the major tourist attractions. They are perfect for shopping trips, family holidays and business trips. There is a multitude of award winning bars and restaurants in Edinburgh City Centre – Hanover is a central location if you are looking for Italian restaurants with the Royal Mile being the prime destination for traditional Scottish Restaurants for your Haggis Neaps and tatties. There are a lot of souvenir shops lining the Royal Mile from which quirky Scottish gifts can be purchased. If you are looking for upmarket boutique shopping then George Street has to be the destination of choice with Harvey Nichols at one end Hugo Boss half way along with Crombie, Laura Ashley and Hobbs also making an appearance. Edinburgh city centre is by comparison quite small with the financial district, main shopping areas and historic attractions all within a concentrated area. Getting about the city centre is therefore a breeze compared to the likes of London – everything is within walking distance, but there is no shortage of Black Cabs, open top tour buses and rickshaws if walking isn’t your thing.