Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Edinburgh City Centre
Calton Hill showing a city, skyline and general coastal views
Edinburgh Castle which includes a city and heritage architecture
Edinburgh Castle which includes a castle, a statue or sculpture and a monument
Calton Hill which includes a sunset and military items

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
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
George Street

George Street

4/5(26 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

George Street
Grassmarket

Grassmarket

4.5/5(25 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Activities

Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

NZ$154
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
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
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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
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
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

NZ$40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$181 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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! (1,484 reviews)
"We stayed for 3 nights and it’s the perfect location to explore Edinburgh’s old town and it’s also not far from the new town. Great facilities too."

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$142 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025
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! (2,156 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$191 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (1,424 reviews)
City break
"Lovely helpful staff. I had my 4 year old daughter and they were so accommodating to her."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$165 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,153 reviews)
Fab hotel
"Room was great and had lots of space. Clean towels everyday and a little welcome gift of an Apex signature duck. Was nice to come back to the hotel after a busy day, to find mulled wine and mince pies for guests to help their selves to. The grass market area is lovely and close to most attractions. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$208 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (787 reviews)
"Stayed here a couple of times now, both times were great both in high season and low. Comfy, safe bedrooms, amazing staff. Perfect location. Low season they were doing Reno’s on the bathroom which was annoying but easy enough to use a different floors bathroom"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Market Street Hotel
Market Street Hotel
4 out of 5
6 Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is NZ$300 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Very convenient location. Easy check in and checkout. Very accommodating staff. Absolutely clean bathroom!! Beddings are heavenly."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Market Street Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

New Town
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
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Stockbridge

5/5(2 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stockbridge
National Library of Scotland featuring signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
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Bonnington

Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

Bonnington
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Tollcross

4/5(4 area reviews)

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and The Meadows while in the area.

Tollcross

Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

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