Broughton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Mimi Au
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo "Broughton" by Brian McNeil (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Brian McNeil (CC BY)

Popular places to visit

Sherlock Holmes Statue

Sherlock Holmes Statue

Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

Sherlock Holmes Statue
Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(189 reviews)

A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.

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

Royal Mile

4.5/5(64 reviews)

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(42 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
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

Activities

Edinburgh: Guided Whisky Tasting & Walking Tour

Edinburgh: Guided Whisky Tasting & Walking Tour

AU$113
per adult
Edinburgh: Guided Whisky Tasting & Walking Tour
Private Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Custom Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

AU$172
per adult
Edinburgh Custom Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

AU$109
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

AU$102
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

AU$37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Broughton Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
3 out of 5
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$273 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent location. Building is old. Stairs are inconvenient if you have heavy luggage."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$273 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,723 reviews)
"Truly a terrific place. The room was smallish, but the food and service was great. The beds were comfortable and location was outstanding!"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$164 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and great location for the zoo. Quiet, clean and good size rooms. Bar area is nice and though small, the pool and sauna are well kept and a nice place to relax."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$350 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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! (1,569 reviews)
"Fabulous stay in this brilliant location. About 50 metres from one of the exits to Waverley Station to the rear entrance of the hotel. The front entrance is beside the city tour bus stops and Princes Street is about 100 metres away. We checked in on-line however as we arrived early we wanted to drop ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
ibis budget Edinburgh Park
3 out of 5
Edinburgh Business Park, 6 Lochside View, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$131 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient. Walking distance to shopping mall and bus stops."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

ibis budget Edinburgh Park
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$275 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,979 reviews)
"Great location at the quieter end of the Royal Mile. Quick walk to everything. Good food options nearby. Clean spacious apartment. Nice breakfast. Small gym and laundry services. Perfect for me and my daughter."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Other neighbourhoods around Broughton

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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 Princes Street.

Bonnington
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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

New Town
Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

Edinburgh City Centre
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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

Old Town Edinburgh
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Stockbridge

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Stockbridge

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