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)

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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Activities

Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

AU$451
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

AU$71
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
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
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$47
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh

AU$35
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh
Inveraray Castle

West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles from Edinburgh

AU$116
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles from Edinburgh
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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 AU$230 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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! (1,410 reviews)
"Amazing view of the castle from our room! The buffet breakfast in the morning was delicious! So many choices-"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$169 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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! (2,155 reviews)
"Excellent location, facilities short walk into city centre, ideal for work or leisure."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

YOTEL Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$260 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (1,395 reviews)
"This hotel is a charm, boasting a prime location just steps away from Calton Hill, Waverley Train Station, the Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle, St James Quarter mall, and numerous restaurants. From the moment of arrival, I was greeted with warmth and friendliness. The staff demonstrated exceptional ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is AU$144 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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! (749 reviews)
Cozy stay
"It was my first ever solo trip and the stay was one of my concerns.. but this place blew my mind . I didn’t had any expectations.. but this place is best for solo travelers …"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$267 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$267
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (1,130 reviews)
"Accessibility"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$234 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$234
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,469 reviews)
"No impressed with the location"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
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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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

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 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 noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well or Inverleith Park 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 Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.

Bonnington

Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide

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