Colinton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

This storied fortification has been at the heart of Scottish history for almost a thousand years, and remains the home of the glittering crown jewels.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(42 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(30 reviews)

The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Home to over 1,000 animals and 200 different species, this zoo works hard to maintain its many unusual and rare inhabitants.

Edinburgh Zoo

Activities

Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!

Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!

NZ$201
per traveller
Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

NZ$9
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

NZ$154
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

NZ$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

NZ$54
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

NZ$81
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
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Our pick of the best Colinton Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$174 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,509 reviews)
"Lovely location"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$129 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,165 reviews)
Fantastic stay
"Fantastic stay at YOTEL Edinburgh! Staff were very friendly and helpful, rooms were comfortable and the location is perfect! We will be staying here again :)"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$191 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,436 reviews)
Great stay
"Stayed here for 2 nights over NYE. The hotel was really clean and the staff were excellent. Room was a great size"

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$93 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in our ...
5.6/10 (1,107 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$137 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,551 reviews)
"Firstly, still waiting for a response from Expedia. Booked a room for myself, my wife and 8 year old daughter. Hotel claimed I'd booked a double room and was left waiting for help from Expedia as the hotel were full. Hotel sorted it and waiting for Expedia response. Room still hadn't been serviced ..."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$130 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Overnight stay
"Stayed for one night at busy Xmas period. Had a twin room and it was really spacious and comfy. Went to the pool and spa area but it was far too busy( don’t know if that was the time we went 5pm or time of year) Breakfast in the morning was more than excellent with a wide variety on offer and they ..."

Reviewed on 28 Dec. 2024

Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Colinton

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Morningside

Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
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Merchiston

Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Merchiston
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Bruntsfield

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.

Bruntsfield
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Murrayfield

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Murrayfield
Edinburgh Zoo showing marine life and zoo animals

Corstorphine

Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.

Corstorphine
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Haymarket

5/5(3 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket

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