Holyrood Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes
Scottish Parliament which includes street scenes
Scottish Parliament which includes street scenes
Scottish Parliament which includes street scenes

Popular places to visit

Scottish Parliament showing street scenes

Scottish Parliament

4/5(25 reviews)

As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.

Scottish Parliament
Dynamic Earth

Dynamic Earth

4/5(2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

Dynamic Earth
Museum of Edinburgh

Museum of Edinburgh

You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Museum of Edinburgh
Canongate Tolbooth

Canongate Tolbooth

You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

Canongate Tolbooth
Burns Monument

Burns Monument

You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.

Burns Monument
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

People's Story Museum

You can study the exhibits at People's Story Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

People's Story Museum

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

AU$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
Edinburgh - Dark History

Edinburgh - Dark History

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh - Dark History
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

AU$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Whisky Flight in one of the oldest pubs

Edinburgh: Whisky Flight in one of the oldest pubs

AU$52
per adult
Edinburgh: Whisky Flight in one of the oldest pubs
Palace in Edinburgh

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

AU$44
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Holyrood Hotel Deals

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$434 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$434
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,113 reviews)
"Very polite and helpful front desk and staff. Great location for tourists! Comfortable and clean rooms!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
4 out of 5
81 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$398 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$398
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff is excellent - Rae, at the front desk could not have been more helpful and kind. My family and I were thrilled with the welcome we received, by Rae and Mike; and we were very pleased with the assistance they provided. And all staff were friendly, courteous, and professional! I intend to ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
4 out of 5
5 New St, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$455 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$455
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (554 reviews)
"Excellent kind enthusiastic staff and new manager. Wonderful accommodations with little extras everywhere (even the guitar in the room was tuned). Loved the breakfasts and appreciated the location... so close to everything Edinburgh!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
37 East Market Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$297 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$297
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Princes Street are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"It’s a perfect location for travel to Edinburgh. The train station is less than a 5 minute walk, and you’re also in the middle of the city where restaurants, museums, shops and cafes are all within walkable distance. The hotel room was small, but more than adequate for a good night’s rest."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
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$354 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$354
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,727 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Waverley train station and many shops and restaurants. The hotel restaurant is worth a try as well. The room was a comfortable size for winding down and included a large sofa."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$336 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$336
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,259 reviews)
"Great shower. Bed was uncomfortable. Nice enough room."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood

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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
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
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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Broughton

Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Mansfield Place Church while you're in town.

Broughton
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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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

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