Edinburgh Quotes

Invite to Edinburgh Quotes, the supreme source for all things Edinburgh! Here you will discover a collection of the most motivating, funny, and thought-provoking quotes about the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Whether you are a local, a visitor, or simply somebody who likes Edinburgh, you will discover something to enjoy here. From the iconic Edinburgh Castle to the patched streets of the Old Town, check out the city through the words of its most popular residents and visitors. Let Edinburgh Quotes be your guide to the city's unique culture and history.

"I have got the best of both worlds; growing up in Edinburgh and now living outside Glasgow"

Magnus Magnusson, Journalist

"When I was asked to be Writer in Residence at Edinburgh I thought, you can't teach poetry. This is ridiculous"

Norman MacCaig, Poet

"I sang in a rock band when I was training as a lawyer. You know, not professional, we just did it for fun. We just did gigs all over Edinburgh and some in Glasgow and some at festivals"

Gerard Butler, Actor

"This possibility bothered me as I thought it was not advisable to remain in one academic environment, and the long dark winters in Edinburgh could be rather dismal"

Paul Nurse, Scientist

"I had an Edinburgh, middle-class childhood and a public school education"

Rory Bremner, Comedian

"Edinburgh is my favourite city. We'll be doing a lot of children's theatre and galleries"

Carol Ann Duffy, Poet

"At the art college in Edinburgh someone arranged for some London groups to come up and play. I was in a supporting band, with Bernie Green I think. Derek Bailey was one of the visiting musicians. He seemed to like my playing and asked me to come down to London"

Jamie Muir

"There's all this stuff that is happening in Edinburgh now, it's a sad attempt to create an Edinburgh society, similar to a London society, a highbrow literature celebrity society"

Irvine Welsh, Novelist