Coordinates
55.9533, -3.1883
Population
500,000+
Area
264 km²
Founded
7th century
The Urban Fingerprint
“Edinburgh's historic streets and hilly landscape create a distinctive pattern ideal for map art. A custom Edinburgh map print preserves the city's charm for your home, office, or as a unique gift.”
Edinburgh (centre: 55.9533°N, 3.1883°W) presents one of the world's sharpest urban contrasts: the medieval Old Town's winding closes descend the Royal Mile from Castle Rock, while James Craig's 1767 New Town grid unfolds in Enlightenment-era precision to the north. Arthur's Seat volcano creates an 822 m void in the eastern urban fabric. This duality makes an Edinburgh map print uniquely legible as wall art — two cities in one frame.
Interior Styles That Work
Recommended Theme
Noir
Our editors' pick for Edinburgh's unique street character and architectural heritage.
What You Get
Professional Grade
Edinburgh Map Prints
Vector SVG Export
Infinitely scalable — print at A0, A1, or any custom size.
300 DPI PNG
2400×3400px. Ready for any professional print shop.
17 Curated Themes
From Noir to Neon Cyberpunk — choose what fits your space.
Real OpenStreetMap Data
Every street in Edinburgh sourced in real time.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
Map Download Specs
| Export Formats | Vector SVG · High-Res PNG |
| PNG Resolution | 2400 × 3400 px · 300 DPI |
| SVG Quality | Infinitely scalable vector |
| Print Sizes | A0 · A1 · A2 · 50×70 cm · 24×36 in |
| Colour Themes | 17 curated artistic styles |
| Map Data | OpenStreetMap (real-time) |
| Processing | Browser-based · No upload |
| Price | Free — no account required |
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · ODbL License · isBasedOn: openstreetmap.org
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I show both Old Town and New Town in my Edinburgh map?
Yes! The contrast between the medieval Old Town's winding streets and the Georgian New Town's perfect grid creates one of the most striking city maps in the world. Many customers love showing both to highlight Edinburgh's dual character.
How does Arthur's Seat appear on the map?
Arthur's Seat creates a distinctive void in the urban pattern — a dramatic circular open space rising from the city. When combined with Holyrood Park, it makes Edinburgh maps instantly recognisable.
What makes Edinburgh maps unique?
Edinburgh's topography creates unique patterns — the Royal Mile descending from the Castle, the New Town's perfect Enlightenment-era grid, and dramatic hills like Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill creating natural voids in the urban fabric.
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Coordinates: 55.9533, -3.1883
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