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Marvel stars have been spotted on the streets of Edinburgh as filming for Avengers Infinity War continues in the capital.

Elizabeth Olsen, who will reprise her role as Scarlet Witch in the sequel, was snapped entering the plush Balmoral Hotel on Tuesday.

It comes after an actor, believed to be Olsen's stunt double, was seen being hurled at a restaurant window as crews filmed action scenes on Cockburn Street last week.

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Eagle-eyed fans also caught Vision, played by actor Paul Bettany, under attack by CGI henchman before shooting into the air in a wire stunt.

Olsen's stunt double was also seen shooting with Vision in Waverley station, where production bosses have built a 40ft green screen and cafe facade.

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Shortly after the actress' arrival, Hawkeye actor Jeremy Renner tweeted a photo of himself on board a plane with the caption "It's time."

Renner is expected to be en route to Edinburgh to resume his role as expert archer Clint Barton however production for the Avengers sequel is also ongoing in Atlanta.

Film fans also eagerly await a glimpse of A-listers like Scarlett Johansson and Robert Downey Jr, with Guardians of the Galaxy's Chris Pratt and Spider-Man actor Tom Holland also rumoured to make an appearance.

Production bosses began shooting for Avengers Infinity War and its untitled sequel a week ago, with lighting tests and stunt rehearsals taking place in Old Town since the beginning of the month.

We previously told how the six-week shoot would see the Scottish capital itself make an appearance in the film , rather than doubling up as another location.

Shops on Cockburn Street were given temporary makeovers and part of Waverley station was shut off to make way for some of the 400-strong crew currently working in the capital.

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As well as filming in the station, the action is expected to stretch out onto the Royal Mile tomorrow, with locals warned about “small explosions” will take place on April 2 and April 6.

The filming is expected to boost the city's economy by £10million.

Avengers director Joe Russo has since hailed the city as a "unique and iconic" location for the blockbuster.

He said: “When Edinburgh came up as a location option we jumped at the chance.

The city is such a unique and iconic location, but one never seen as the backdrop for a big action film, which is incredibly exciting.”

Brother Anthony Russo added: "We appreciate the entire city’s help and are excited to have such a beautiful and historic city in the film."