Dirleton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Dirleton Castle
Learn about the local history of North Berwick when you spend time at Dirleton Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this quaint area or seek out the golf courses.
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.
Top hotels in Dirleton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff informative, room excellent and great location.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Loved my stay here!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Lovely room at the front of the hotel. Staff are always brilliant. Breackfast was lovely but not inexpensive.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Kimpton Charlotte Square by IHG
No faults, staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Good facilities, bar and garden bar very aesthetic. Would stay again without hesitation
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
As a traveler coming from the US, my favorite part of this hotel was the ability to add early check in starting at 12pm for GBP 15. This added flexbility was very needed after the long overnight travel. I traveled solo and found the room to be small but perfect size just for me. The room was clean ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
W Edinburgh
Everthing we were very lucky and got upgraded and the suite we got put in was out of this world staff could not have been any better
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dirleton
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Newington
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.
