Portobello Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Portobello
Portobello
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Photo by Conny Vischer
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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 lively festivals 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
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 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$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

AU$140
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$73
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$49
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

AU$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
3 out of 5
100 Milton Road East, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$98 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"It was greaf to have free onsite parking and the look of the hotel is very pretty"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$164 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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! (1,478 reviews)
Perfect location
"Amazing stay & excellent location with views of the castle."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$128 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$128
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
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! (2,150 reviews)
Great hotel
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 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$173 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (1,424 reviews)
City break
"Lovely helpful staff. I had my 4 year old daughter and they were so accommodating to her."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$128 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$128
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Modernised, friendly, excellent facilities and easy parking"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Holiday Inn Edinburgh, an IHG Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$143 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (1,561 reviews)
"Handy location for the city centre with car parking"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

Royal Yacht Britannia featuring interior views and boating

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Leith
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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Newington

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.

Newington
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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

Old Town Edinburgh
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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 Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

Bonnington
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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.

Grange

Portobello Travel Guide

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