Features & Benefits
Interactive Google Map: Zoom, scroll, and tap clickable pins.
Curated for Creatives: Museums, galleries, cafés, viewpoints, and design spots.
Cross-Device Access: Desktop, tablet, smartphone — no app required.
Save Favorites: Pin and save places to your personal Google Maps.
Step-by-Step Directions: Walking, cycling, transit, or driving routes.
Verified Locations: Carefully curated and reviewed; always confirm locally.
Inspiration at a Glance: History, architecture, festivals, and scenic views.
Eco-Friendly Digital Access: Fully digital — no paper waste.
How It Works
Open the Map: Click the link provided after purchase to launch on any device.
Explore Neighborhoods: Zoom and pan across Old Town, New Town, Leith, and surrounding areas.
Filter Categories: Toggle Museums, Cafés, Galleries, Views, Nightlife, and more.
Save Favorites: Tap a pin → Save to Google Maps (“Starred” / “Want to go”).
Get Directions: Choose a location → Directions → set start point → follow navigation.
Use Cases / Inspiration
Creative Travel: Photographers and designers scouting visual locations.
Cultural Walks: Trace the Royal Mile, explore museums, or plan literature-themed routes.
Event Planning: Locate venues for festivals like the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Study Trips: Useful for art and architecture students visiting schools and museums.
Personal Itineraries: Build and revisit your personalized list of spots.
Technical Details / Specifications
Population (City / Metro): ~520k / ~900k
Area: ~264 km² / ~102 mi²
Architecture Styles: Medieval, Georgian, Neoclassical, Victorian
Languages: English (Scots / Scots Gaelic commonly heard); Currency: GBP; Timezone: GMT/BST
Getting Around: Walk, bus, tram, bike, taxis
Best Time to Visit: May–September (milder weather & festivals)
Device Compatibility: Desktop, tablet, smartphone
Map Data & Ownership: Powered by Google Maps; locations curated by iOb Design
FAQ
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Yes. The map opens in a web browser and works on desktop, tablet, and smartphone. No special app required.
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We carefully curate and verify each location, but opening hours, access, and prices can change. Please confirm critical details (hours, entry rules, tickets) directly with the venue before visiting.
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Yes. Tap a pin → choose Save and add it to your Google Maps lists such as “Starred” or “Want to go.” You’ll need to be signed into a Google account to save.
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You can view and navigate the map without signing in. To save favorites or star places, you’ll need a Google account.
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Absolutely. The map highlights major landmarks and helpful local spots while also offering off-the-beaten-path locations for return visitors and creatives.
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After purchase, customers receive a secure link. (If you use the same delivery settings as other iOb Design maps, links may expire per your store policy — confirm your Squarespace download settings.)
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The product is designed for digital use. You may print saved lists or screenshots for personal use, but the interactive features (pins, directions, filters) require the online map.
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Please email corrections to info@iobdesign.com. We review reports and update the map as needed.
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No. The interactive map uses Google Maps data, but iOb Design curates the locations. We are not affiliated with Google.
Start exploring Edinburgh now — add to cart and open the Inspire Map to find creative hotspots, vantage points, and cultural places across the city.

