Princes Street Overview
Princes Street is a very historical spot. The street lies on the line of a medieval country lane known as the Lang Dykes. Princes Street was built in the late 18th century during the reign of King George the Third. Princes Street was part of the new section of Edinburgh and was named for King George’s sons after its original name was rejected.
Princes Street starts off at Waterloo Place, which is situated at the East End and goes all the way to Shandwick Place, which is found at the West End and it is about ¾ of a mile length. It is also best known for its exciting attractions and its many interesting and unusual shops that run along its entire length.
As one quickly can find out the easiest way to admire Edinburgh city landscape is to climb up to the top of the Calton Hill. The place is often visited by turists and photographers. From the top of the hill you can clearly see Arthurs Seat, Edinburgh Castle, amazing panorama and mostly - shining Princes Street.
Princes Street - Transport Hub
It starts with Waterloo Place where you can often notice double deckers buses at their final stop. As you go along you pass the new St. James Centre Quarter and Balmoral Hotel with its characteristic clock tower. Next is Waverley Station, Scots Monument, National Scotish Gallery and lot of shops on the north side. As you go further you pass Princes Street Gardens where at the other side you come accross The Parish Church of St. Cuthbert. Street ends at the road crossing which is called West End.
Edinburgh is a major transport hub in east central Scotland and is at the centre of a multi-modal transport network with road, rail and air communications connecting the city with the rest of Scotland and internationally.
Transport is an area under the control of the Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government who have the statutory power to control, fund and regulate transport projects of national importance within the city. Transport for Edinburgh is The City of Edinburgh Council's executive body responsible for the development of all transport projects within the city, and it brings a number of key transport providers together under one umbrella
Princes Street is a main Edinburgh street connecting city train station (Waverley), with Airlink buses and Edinburgh Tram (connection to the city airport) and also Edinburgh Lothian Buses which can take you to any part of the Edinburgh you want. It is also famous as a place wonderful for shopping and culture entertainment with many pubs, discos and clubs on the way.