Call Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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💡 Calling Edinburgh Tips
- • Always include the area code 131 when calling Edinburgh
- • Rates apply to both mobile and landline numbers in United Kingdom
- • No connection fees or setup charges
- • Billed per second after the first minute
Popular Areas in Edinburgh
Key neighborhoods and districts
City Centre
Prefix: 0131-2
Historic Old Town and New Town, major financial institutions, Royal Mile businesses
Leith
Prefix: 0131-5
Regenerated port area, creative industries, restaurants, Scottish Government offices
West Edinburgh
Prefix: 0131-3
Edinburgh Park business district, airport area, tech companies
South Edinburgh
Prefix: 0131-6
University of Edinburgh, residential areas, professional services
About Calling Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland's historic capital, is a major European financial center and one of the UK's most visited cities. Home to world-famous festivals including the Edinburgh Fringe, the city blends UNESCO World Heritage architecture with a thriving tech and creative sector. As the seat of the Scottish Parliament and a hub for legal, financial, and professional services, Edinburgh offers excellent connectivity for business and personal calls.
Business Districts
Edinburgh Park
Major business park hosting financial services, tech companies, and corporate headquarters including RBS and Standard Life
Format: 0131-5xx xxxx
Quartermile
Modern development on former Royal Infirmary site, home to professional services and tech startups
Format: 0131-2xx xxxx
Exchange District
Financial services hub in the West End, major banks and investment firms
Format: 0131-2xx xxxx
Haymarket
Growing business district near the train station, corporate offices and hotels
Format: 0131-3xx xxxx
Local Tips
Edinburgh has two distinct areas: the medieval Old Town and Georgian New Town, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. August is extremely busy due to the Festival, so book accommodations early and expect higher call volumes for tourism businesses.
How to Call Edinburgh
Step-by-step dialing instructions
Local Dialing
Within Edinburgh, dial the 7-digit local number directly. From outside Edinburgh but within the UK, dial 0131 followed by the local number.
Special Prefixes
Most Edinburgh numbers start with 0131-2xx (city centre), 0131-3xx (south), 0131-4xx (west), 0131-5xx (north/Leith), 0131-6xx (suburbs).
Carrier Information
BT, Virgin Media, Sky, and TalkTalk are the main providers. Mobile coverage is excellent throughout the city.
Calling Etiquette
Scottish business culture is professional yet personable. Direct communication is appreciated. Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Quick Dialing Format
Example: +44 131 1234567
Why Call Edinburgh?
Common reasons people call this city
Financial Services
Connect with Edinburgh's major banks, investment firms, and insurance companies in Europe's 5th largest financial center
Tourism & Hospitality
Reach hotels, tour operators, and venues for the world-famous Edinburgh Festival and year-round tourism
Legal Services
Contact Scotland's leading law firms and the Scottish Courts, based primarily in the city centre
Technology
Connect with Edinburgh's growing tech scene, from startups at CodeBase to established software companies
Edinburgh at a Glance
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