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)

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.

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 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 theatre scene.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
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

Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

AU$118
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

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

AU$94
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$14
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

AU$48
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
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 Pencaitland Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$194 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
"We know and like the area and chose it for that reason"

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$123 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (2,216 reviews)
"Fantastic and cheap place to stay in the heart of Edinburgh."

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$83 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$83
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in our ...
5.8/10 (1,128 reviews)
"The staff were lovely the rooms were lovely and clean comfortable sleep id definitely recommend this one and affordable will return nice :)"

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

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$194 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (1,484 reviews)
"This was my second visit to Edinburgh and my first stay at the Apex Waterloo and I loved it! The hotel is well situated in the center of the city and close to all the major attractions. The room was comfortable and spacious. The staff are very welcoming and sweet. The sauna, steam room and pool are ..."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
4 out of 5
61 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is AU$167 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$167
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (1,190 reviews)
Excellent
"Very friendly and helpful staff at reception. Lovely spacious room. Excellent evening meal in sister restaurant and a very hearty breakfast to send us on our way home. Can’t wait to return."

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
4 out of 5
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club, Kirknewton, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$161 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Kirknewton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,548 reviews)
"Some dirty towels in bathroom and pool water not great quality. Was offered take away breakfast as leaving before breakfast started. It contained stale pastries and fizzy water and absolutely rotten apple. But otherwise hotel was nice. Rooms spacious"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
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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 Joppa Shore.

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 Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.

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 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

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