Pencaitland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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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)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Princes Street
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
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Activities

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$33
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide

AU$70
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Live Guide
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$10
Per adult
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$47
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

AU$115
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh

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

AU$87
Per adult
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Our pick of the best Pencaitland Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$264 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (1,415 reviews)
Great Access
"Great access to Royal Mile and restaurants.and to museums and the Castle.and i loved the pool for a swim.Appreciated too the room cookies and the free bottle of wine. And hot chocolate packages."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$224 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$224
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (2,159 reviews)
Great
"Special thanks to the super helpful friendly girl on reception who checked us in (Spanish accent? didn't catch her name) and offered to help me carry tea one morning. She was great. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

YOTEL Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$87 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$87
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
5.6/10 (1,075 reviews)
"The building is not the prettiest but central and for what we paid it was good value . Clean bedding Good sized room Helpful staff Luggage was held all day and all in order when we picked it up ."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$257 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,406 reviews)
"Good Location."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$131 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (751 reviews)
"It's basically on the Royal Mile so it's super easy to get to & you won't get lost. When i went to bed, some girls had left the bathroom kind of gross, but when i got up in the morning, I was so happy to find that it had been cleaned up. People were pretty respectful of quiet places which is always ..."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$264 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$264
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,138 reviews)
Good hotel nicely located
"The hotel is nicely located with good breakfast. The room is ok."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pencaitland

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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.

Portobello
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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 Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Newington
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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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Grange

Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.

Grange
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 Leith Links and Edinburgh Port 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

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