Dean Village
Neighbourhood · Edinburgh

Dean Village

Photo: Gary Campbell-Hall from Edinburgh, UK · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

It consists of 19th-century stone buildings that once powered mills with river water. The neighborhood now holds private homes and offers riverside paths for walking. Look for the old mill structures and the Dean Bridge above the valley.

On day 2 of Edinburgh: One Week

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Walk west from Princes Street or take bus 37 to Dean Bridge

Itineraries with Dean Village

Day 2 of Edinburgh: One Week

Arthur's Seat and the Old Town

How Dean Village fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Arthur's SeatHolyrood Park
  2. 12:00National Museum of ScotlandOld Town
  3. 14:30Greyfriars KirkyardOld Town
  4. 16:00Victoria StreetOld Town
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Dean Village questions

Is Dean Village free to visit?

Yes. The neighborhood is open to the public at all times with no entry fees.

How long does it take to see Dean Village?

Most visitors spend about one hour walking the paths and viewing the buildings.

Can you visit Dean Village with children?

Yes. The flat riverside paths are suitable for families though some sections have uneven stones.

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