Queen Street Travel Photography Guide: Capturing Edinburgh's Historic Thoroughfare
A photographer's guide to Queen Street, where Georgian elegance meets Scottish charm in Edinburgh's New Town. From the iconic Charlotte Square to the serene Queen Street Gardens, discover the best locations and times to photograph Queen Street's remarkable blend of historical architecture, urban landscapes, and hidden green spaces.
Photo Collection
1
Total photographs
Locations
1
Unique spots in Queen Street
Time Period
November 2024 - November 2024
Photography timeline
Categories
0
Photo categories & tags
Filter Photos
Explore More Destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to visit is during May for spring colors, August for Edinburgh Festival atmosphere, December for winter scenes and festive lights. However, avoid July (peak tourism and higher prices), January-February (coldest and wettest months) due to less favorable conditions.
The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Excellent bus and tram coverage, Edinburgh Day Ticket available Limited on-street parking, use public car parks or park and ride facilities
Recommended cameras include Sony A7IV, iPhone 14 Pro. For lenses, consider bringing 16-35mm f/2.8, 24-70mm f/2.8, 70-200mm f/2.8.
Charlotte Square: Best visited during Early morning or during golden hour. Use wide-angle lens for architectural symmetry Queen Street Gardens: Best visited during Midday for even lighting, or golden hour for warm tones. Use telephoto lens for compressed shots of gardens and architecture The Vennel Viewpoint: Best visited during Sunset and blue hour. Use a tripod for low-light shots
Royal Edinburgh Ticket includes transport and entry to major attractions Many museums are free, including the National Museum of Scotland Use side streets parallel to Queen Street for interesting architectural details Check opening times for Queen Street Gardens as they are often private