Stockbridge Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Princes Street
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.

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.

Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Grassmarket
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.
Activities

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour

Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh

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

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Our pick of the best Stockbridge Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
My family and I enjoyed our stay in this hotel. The hotel is very nice and clean! Very comfortable beds. Everything is perfect. Walkable to all tourist spots, city wonders. Accessible to restaurants, shopping etc. we will definitely come back to stay in this hotel. Will Highly recommend this property ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
overall the hostel is located on the royal mile which is very convenient. everything is nearby. rooms & bathrooms are cleanly; staff tried to clean them as often as they can but at times when they aren’t able to they do get quite messy because of those who stay. dorms are very simple but walking ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Staff were incredibly friendly
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Great place.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
It was a nice place, excellent Breakfast Full use of leisure facilities, the room was very nice, although the pillows were way too soft for me. Overall a very nice stay
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stockbridge

New Town
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.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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.

Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.