Niddrie Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
![Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149448-Edinburgh-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh Castle
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.
![Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39067-The-Royal-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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Princes Street
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.
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University of Edinburgh
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.
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Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
![Edinburgh Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37948-Edinburgh-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Activities
![Inveraray Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840845/611f0d1b-c8a9-46cb-9c12-907ab92c8944.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
![Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46343335/8fc17824-29ab-4220-940e-b200999cbe88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
![The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840791/6c427b6e-1ce6-4058-86a1-d5fa791730b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
![Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172300/9f1c05ea-24e6-4218-bc7e-1915f227d52a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
![Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4538495/2716c65c-f50a-457e-8420-84a5bfeb3bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
![Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47171910/8c4eb9d0-30b6-4f1e-b20f-346889d117f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Niddrie Hotel Deals
![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/302bc9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025
![YOTEL Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36667900/36667881/118bf85b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
![Britannia Hotel Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4533/00f97b3a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025
![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/c4cdc086_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025
![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/5c3f9168_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
![Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801000/800968/6f4906e2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Niddrie
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Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
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Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
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Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.
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Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
![Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149496-Scottish-Parliament.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.