Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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 entertainment choices 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.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals 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 Abbeyhill
Abbey Strand Apartments, at Holyrood
The space was lovely and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much! The only challenge was that we could not turn on any heat in the living room area and it was a little chilly.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
It was a great room that was centrally located.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Room was spotless, the staff supper friendly
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Quick check in. Comfortable room on doorstep to all amenities
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean rooms and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
A great location, with Edinburgh Zoo to the rear and expansive views to the Pentland Hills in front. Parking was a breeze and good public transport into the centre - not far away. Indoors thoughtfully updated. The staff were skilled - professional, courteous and very friendly. We took a Compact room ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
