Three of Scotland's most important national galleries are situated within walking distance of Quartermile. Add to this the presence of a host of local gallery shops, many of which are situated within the Old Town.
The National Gallery provides the best in both international and Scottish art, where the likes of Rembrandt and Van Gogh can be seen side by side with Scotland’s favourite artists such as Ramsay and Peploe. The National Portrait Gallery and The Gallery of Modern Art display some of the best work from their respective fields.
The Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) is a stone’s throw from Q1, in addition to various studio facilities. Taken together this gives the city a great blend of the known and upcoming Art.
Edinburgh has a wealth of museums. A mix of national and local facilities makes sure your visit will let you come away with visions of Scotland's past.
As for the theatres and music halls they need no introduction. Initiated in 1947 and with post war euphoria running high the Edinburgh International Festival began its annual appearance. The official festival has among other things music, dance and drama from the world’s best performers.
Running in tandem are the Edinburgh Film Festival, Jazz Festival, Book Festival and The Tattoo on the Castle’s Esplanade. The city also hosts the Festival Fringe providing performance and art, so for the whole of August the entire city is alive with shows, exhibitions and performers.