Abbeyhill Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. 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.
Top hotels in Abbeyhill
![Cityroomz Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/544700/544658/463bdd19_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035400/4035314/5cd29d6a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/714a675b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/302bc9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![YOTEL Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36667900/36667881/118bf85b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22000/21999/05372291_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
![Old Town showing heritage elements and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149082-Edinburgh.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
![National Library of Scotland featuring signage and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38030-National-Library-Of-Scotland.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.
![Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37957-Calton-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
![Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/150000/150172-New-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
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Newington
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.