Underneath the typically old fashioned and tourist-friendly exterior, The Royal Mile Pharmacy hides…read morea dark secret. On a recent visit when I nipped in for a pack of chewing gum, the various foul smelling, painfully thin and toothless characters waiting at the counter told me what that dark secret was. Despite the pleasant exterior, the lather large amount of skagheads that visit this pharmacy for their weekly methodone hit makes it a virtual no-go area at certain times of the day. I've worked on The Royal Mile for about six or seven weeks now, and have already seen two rather sizeable, drink and drug fuelled brawls outside. It really is quite astounding that the powers that be send the junkies here, to the city's main tourist thoroughfare, for their pick-me-up. Given that heroin addicts aren't known for their early morning "rise and shine" attitudes, as long as you get here before 1pm you'll be alright, and will find a quite lovely little outlet for all your pharmaceutical needs.

This little pharmacy seemed fine enough to me when I stopped by today to pick up a prescription. I…read morelike that it's so handy that they pick up prescriptions right from my doctor so all I have to do is submit the prescription refill request and then show up here a few days later to pick it up. They cover all the basic pharmacy items and, although not overwhelmingly friendly, we're courteous enough. Because of the Royal Mile location and because I would think they are an independent pharmacy, their prices were quite a bit higher than the Boots around the corner. Their package of 16 paracetamol was £0.55 here, whereas Boots' were only £0.16. That said, it is convenient and handy if you need to stop in here, and it didn't seem unsafe at all to me despite what the other reviewer said.

Great sandwich meal deals so you can avoid the high priced restaurants in the tourist district…read more Staff was very friendly too.

A small Boots store, in a handy location, on North Bridge, just off the Royal Mile, while the store…read moremight not look as good as their St James Quarter location, nor is it as large as the Princes Street location, it isn't a bad store at all. I came in to get some lip balm due to suffering from chapped lips, I was able to find what I was looking for, and the staff seemed friendly with fast service at the checkouts, and help to find the product I was looking for. (Impressive as the checkout area was only small, given the size of the store and the fact there are no self-service checkouts) As a small store, the selection is limited but is decently stocked given their size. Due to the size of the store, the facilities are limited compared to what one would expect from Boots, and offers the bare minimum, while also shutting earlier than other nearby locations, at 6 pm. 3* - OK, good location but much better pharmacies nearby from Boots and rival brands.

most convenient pharmacy in town. you can put in prescription and then collect after doing your…read moreshopping. The staff are pretty knowledgeable when you go for advice on minor ailments. The advantage there is that often what you need is something that you can buy in the supermarket saving you an extra trip to another shop.

Don't usually review anything but this pharmacy is the best I've been to. The pharmacist is very…read moreknowledgeable helpful and patient. I had to go on New Years Day and was so impressed, the pharmacy was very busy but all the staff were polite and helpful to everyone, its great to get advice and help from courteous people when you are worried and feel ill.

Boots seems to have slowly creeped up from nowhere to switch from a functional store to a place…read morewhich is shown the love by all and sundry, but when even the staff are a cut above at this branch, I'd say they deserve it. During busy times, the manager sometimes comes on the tills at the Waverley Station Boots, and his Barras / Albert Square Market style banter is a joy to behold. With wit and enthusiasm, it sticks in the mind far more than the grumpy service we're used to elsewhere.

Like Eleanor said, this Boots has been a saviour to me far too many times - I should really know…read morebetter! Especially concerning sanitary products for travelling the good ol-public way , the wipes have been a saviour. I get the impression the ladies who work here get that a lot . Anyway apart from this, it's great and one of the most affordable places in the station to get a quick snack to avoid paying for over priced train food. Once again Boots saves the day!

This took me by surprise! Now anyone who knows me knows that I like top end places, especially…read morewith my lotions and potions. Now I am also a strict vegetarian, so have been trying to only use products that are not tested on animals or have any non veggie ingredients and that the companies producing them are members of PETA (People for the ethical treatment of animals. Now that is a big ask and amazingly Superdrug are on this list. I have been in a few times and I am now using their face wash daily £3.49 a bottle compared with my previous £27 a bottle more expensive brand. Now I am aware that it doesn't have the plush surroundings or snazzy addresses of its counterparts, I am pleasantly surprised and I have even joined up to their points card. Well done Superdrug on your good ethics!

It might be worth walking the extra 10/15 minutes to the giant Superdrug on Princes Street, but…read morethis shop carries most of the basics. I'm a creature of simple tastes when it comes to my beauty regime and so far this place has ever let me down. I'm not going to up my rating though because, maybe I'm just spoiled, but where's all the deals?! I work on a limited budget (also I'm a miser...) so I rejoice in deals but this small shop rarely has any, apart from emery boards at the till the odd time. There's also not a huge range when it comes to newer big name brands, you'll get your Nivea and Clearasil but don't expect any of the newer brands that can be found in the bigger shops. They seem to have a particular client base, who like the essentials and they're sticking with it! So, besides me being annoyed I have to pay full price for things, the staff are nice and always helpful. It's an alright place that will likely have what you need, but don't be surprised if they don't!

PLEASE NOTE: This is the same Boots as this one (https://www.yelp.com/biz/boots-edinburgh ), I've…read moreasked Yelp to merge them but they have not. Anything on Princes St is going to be busy, so expect this Boots to constantly have people coming and going regardless of the time of day. Fair enough, though, since it's in a great location for people getting off the tram or train! Beauty products, toiletries, medicine, random electronics (like phone chargers), quick snack options. LARGE selection and great prices. I think this is the biggest Boots in the city (spread across two floors), but I agree with others: it feels a bit dated and I personally find the lay-out confusing. It was hard to find what I was looking for because they weren't in the same category as similar products, if that makes sense. It felt like I was constantly going up and down the escalator looking for simple things like hand sanitizer, paracetamol, lotion, etc. Appreciate the quick self-check out! ***IMPORTANT*** This Boots closes at 7pm; the one at St James Quarter closes at 8pm.

I stopped in here to check their optical department. I had issues with my glasses and was looking…read morefor an eye glass repair kit. I checked several other locationd and they did not carry any or were all out. The lady working in the optical department located a kit for me. She also offered to help me adjust a loose lens and screw on my glasses. No charge at all. Thank you for the wonderful service. Of the several locations I walked to looking for a glass repair kit, this wad the biggest and best staffed location. Good location and easy to find.

This review is for their threading service…read more I stumbled upon this place and was happy to find a threading spot. It was quick and easy as you pay upfront before sitting on one of the chairs. The process was good, quick, and efficient for £8. I also liked that they accept credit card, which is always a plus in my book. Do note that it can be a bit awkward that the threading salon is in an open space as people are shopping, but it's the least of your worries.

Wow. though the pound is a little more than the US dollar currently, the prices you pay for…read morecosmetics and health care items here are significant!! Bright, clean, easy to reach merchandise fill the store. Clerks are helpful and friendly and efficient. Look for a Superdrug when you're in Edinburgh- well worth your efforts if you need OTC, cosmetics and health care!

Not open until midnight as listed. Closes at 10pm and that's not every day. Yelp needs to be…read moreupdated.

You know how some chains have different names for different sized stores (e.g. Tesco Metro)... well…read morethis one should be called Tiny Boots. For it is tiny. But don't let that put you off - they have everything your traveller or commuter could need. I've popped in here countless times for travel sickness tablets, panadol, nail polish, water, gaviscon (reflux is so sexy right now), snack - you name it, I've probably been here to buy it It's a small store but there's a pharmacy counter, makeup, food and lots of other travel essentials. They manage to fit a lot in to this shop, hence the 4-stars.

If you are printing photos here from a phone and you have any iPhone newer than a 3 then bring…read moreyour own cable as they don't have any modern and the photo printers about circa 10 years old so the picture quality is not the best. I am in this shop regularly to get lunch. They have some really good offers on for their meal deals. The smoothies that are £2.50 on their own are included in the £3.29 meal deal and there are stickers on the sandwiches getting 29p off your next meal deal making it better value than ever. My current favourite sandwich is in their limited edition Christmas shapers range and it is Wensleydale cream cheese with chutney on cranberry bread, delicious! The staff in this shop are really helpful and smiley. I have ordered christmas items in store and you can collect them the following day, it is a good service.

Very attentive and helpful pharmacist: listened our difficulty and offered heart fully any advice…read moreand work around she could come up with even that didn't involve Superdrug products, and sharing her experience with facilities at the airport. The staff were also helpful when looking for a certain product. Thanks for everything !

Convenient post-security source of your liquid toiletries!…read more Over the past year it's been all change at the airport. And although I fly every other week - there is still something different every time! I used to use my Boots points to pick up shampoo, toothpaste, etc... after the security checks but one day - no Boots! But, was I left out in the cold? Nope, because a Superdrug had appeared out of nowhere! I'm a bit boots loyal, but hey - a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do. So I wandered around the unfamiliar shelves of Superdrug and was pleasantly surprised to find all my favourite brands - most on special offer! So nice that the high street deals and prices are the same inside the airport. Being new, it was clean and shiny and well stocked. All in all, a successful and pleasant shopping experience and a great way to get full sized toiletries into your carry on (and most airlines allow a bag of items purchased in the airport so if your carry on is stuffed you're still good to go). Now I just need to sort out a Superdrug loyalty card.