The apartmemt is a 10-15 minute walk to Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. There were plenty of amazing coffee shops, restaurants and bars within a 5-10 minute walk. There is a bus stop right across from the building entrance and the Airport 300 Bus that stops there goes to and from the airport. The park for the University of Edinburgh is a 10-15 minute walk or you can run to the park and then make your way through it for a 3-5k total run. The street below the apartment can be noisy due to how close it is to some of the popular stops for the Stag parties. However, my husband and I enjoyed having a drink in front of the big window, while watching people party on the street below. The apartment is beautifully appointed and meticulously clean. I would highly recommend!!!