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Waterstones Edinburgh West End

There's something for everyone in Edinburgh's biggest bookshop, Waterstones Edinburgh West End, located at the heart of the city, opposite Edinburgh Castle, on the capital's main shopping street!

Waterstones Edinburgh West End

About Waterstones Edinburgh West End

128 Princes Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 4AD
01312262666
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Our four-floor bookshop is right at the heart of the city, opposite Edinburgh Castle, on the capital's main shopping street; Princes St. We've got something for everyone: a large and inviting Children's department, a robust and exciting events programme, a Scottish department that reflects the richness and diversity of our great country, Stationery and Magazines for everyone & our very own Café W, on the Second Floor, with breath taking views of the Castle and Edinburgh skyline, where we work with local suppliers to bring you the very best food and drink that the city has to offer.

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