Craigleith 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)

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)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
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

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$8
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

AU$118
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

AU$72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$48
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

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

AU$94
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Craigleith Hotel Deals

Village Hotel Edinburgh
Village Hotel Edinburgh
4 out of 5
140 Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Busy place, and still clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Village Hotel Edinburgh
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 AU$158 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$158
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! (1,526 reviews)
"Buy far the best Hotel experience we have ever . Best free breakfast by far. Friendly knowledgeable staff. We felt like royalties stayimg at this Hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$117 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
AU$117
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! (2,181 reviews)
Good location
"Good location in Edinburgh. Clean and comfortable, but we thought rooms would be nicer."

Reviewed on 5 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 AU$179 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$179
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! (1,444 reviews)
Great stay
"Fantastic location, really welcoming staff. I had requested a high floor and this was accommodated, I had a lovely view of the monument from my pillow and the room was quiet and warm. It was looking tired around the edges however and there was only a plug socket at one side of the bed which was inconvenient. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$84 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 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 (1,113 reviews)
"A comfortable stay and very welcoming."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$124 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 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! (1,557 reviews)
"The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable but the bathroom was a little dirty around the bath taps the paint on the door frame needed to be repainted and it had the odd mark on the carpet."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith

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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
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West End

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
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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
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
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 Scott Monument 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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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

Craigleith Travel Guide

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