History

The Shop

Established 1978, The Old Town Bookshop provides a gentle introduction to the world of Antiquarian books. Read more…

The Local Area

Victoria Street was built in the 18th century as an access route to the Royal Mile and the Old Town from the west of Edinburgh. It is in a shape of a steep Z connecting the Grassmarket to George IV bridge. The colourful shops on Victoria Street form one of the most distinguishable facades in Edinburgh. Read more…