The West End is a great place to live and work and the main business districts including the new Exchange District are all located within a few minutes walk. The West End is a buzzing location. There are offices, The Edinburgh International Conference Centre, government departments and some of Edinburgh’s famous pubs & restaurants.

The West End is also home to a Premier League football ground and to Murrayfield, home of Scotland’s national rugby team. During the world famous Edinburgh festivals, the area hosts many comedy, art and fringe shows. Your Edinburgh Life promises much to see and do.

The big businesses and organisations bring with them many small restaurants, nightclubs, bars, sandwich and coffee shops. A selection of our favourites are listed on our city map and we are sure that you will find some more to add when you've finished your stay.