Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two
You can study the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh: Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Edinburgh’s Most Iconic Afternoon Tea with Castle Views
St Andrews, Fife Coast Walk & Historic Abbey Tour from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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 Castle
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- George Street
- Portobello Beach
- Princes Street Gardens
- Heriot-Watt University
- St. Andrew Square
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Military Tattoo Theatre
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia