As an outsider from the States, I find the using the  Lothian Buses is a good way to wander around the city. For about \u00a33 I get to travel all around the city and get around. The buses are cleaner and newer than ones in Boston and NYC (but who aren't though?). Bus-drivers are mostly friendly and helpful. I just walk on the main streets, hop on a bus and then let the buses do the work.\n\nOne problem I did have is to figure out the schedules. Maps at the bus stands are hard tp figure out on the fly, especially if you want to go to a specific place. I would recommend asking other people first.\n\nDespite all that, I thank the bus system for taking me to places in Edinburgh, making the city much more accessible.