Venue
Spring MIST 2027 will be held in the Playfair Library, Old College, University of Edinburgh, South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL.
The event location is shown by the marker below. Click here to get directions.
From Edinburgh Airport, take the Airlink 100 bus or tram to Edinburgh Waverley, then it is a 10-15 minute walk to Old College.
A taxi from the airport to the city centre typically costs £35-45.
Arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Station. Old College is a short 10-15 minute walk up South Bridge / Nicolson Street.
Exit on Market Street for quickest route.
Frequent Lothian Buses services stop nearby on South Bridge, Princes Street, and Nicolson Street, all within a short walk of Old College.
Buses run regularly from across the city into the centre.
Getting to Kings Buildings (PhD Student Day)
The PhD Student Day on Tuesday 6th April will be held at Kings Buildings, University of Edinburgh, West Mains Road, Edinburgh, EH9 3FD — about 2.5 miles south of Old College.
Click here to get directions to Kings Buildings.
Lothian Buses services run from the city centre to Kings Buildings; journey time is typically 15-20 minutes from South Bridge / the Old College area.
It is roughly a 45-50 minute walk from Old College, or a 10 minute taxi journey.
Accommodation
Discounted rates are available for conference attendees courtesy of the University of Edinburgh at select hotels.
A few recommended accommodation options near Old College can also be found below, however no discount is available. Accommodation should be booked separately to registration.
Leonardo Royal Hotel
43 Jeffrey Street, Old Town, EH1 1DH Edinburgh
~10 minute walk to Old College
View hotelApex City of Edinburgh Hotel
61 Grassmarket, EH1 2HJ Edinburgh
~10 minute walk to Old College
View hotelDoubleTree by Hilton
34 Bread Street, Old Town, EH3 9AF Edinburgh
~20 minute walk to Old College
View hotelRecommendations - Food, Drink and Attractions
If you have some free time during your visit to Edinburgh, here are a few popular local recommendations within walking distance or a short bus journey from Old College.
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| The Royal OakPub | Traditional folk music pub |
| Captain's BarPub | Live acoustic Scottish folk music |
| Sandy Bell'sPub | Renowned for Scottish music sessions |
| The Guildford ArmsPub | Victorian pub, ornate interior |
| Cafe RoyalPub | Victorian pub, oyster bar |
| The Bow BarPub | Excellent whisky and craft beer selection |
| Teuchters LandingPub | Waterside pub in Leith |
| Panda & SonsPub | Speakeasy-style cocktail bar |
| Makars Mash BarFood | Scottish comfort food |
| HowiesFood | Classic Scottish dining |
| Bonnie & WildFood | Indoor food hall, modern Scottish and international cuisine |
| SoltiFood | Authentic Nepalese cuisine |
| Edinburgh Street FoodFood | Indoor market, rotating local vendors |
| Mother India's CafeFood | Highly rated Indian tapas |
| LuckenboothsFood | Contemporary Scottish restaurant, Royal Mile |
| National Museum of ScotlandSight | Free admission |
| Arthur's SeatSight | Panoramic views, ancient volcano |
| Calton HillSight | Best viewpoint in the city centre, historic monuments |
| National Portrait MuseumSight | Free admission, neo-Gothic palace |
| Surgeons' Hall MuseumSight | 500 years of surgical & medical history (£10) |
| Dynamic EarthSight | Science centre and planetarium (~£25) |
| Royal Botanic GardenSight | Free gardens and Victorian glasshouses (£7) |
| Royal Yacht BritanniaSight | Floating residence of the British Royal Family for over 44 years (~£25) |