Craigmillar Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
Royal Infirmary
If Royal Infirmary is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Edinburgh.
Craigmillar Castle
Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you take a trip to Craigmillar Castle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
Top hotels in Craigmillar
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Clean and comfy room, great amenities and super friendly staff.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
The staff is friendly & the location was great! It was so central and you can’t literally walk everywhere but if you are tired taking an uber/taxi is pretty cheap. The only thing I would recommend is that they update a few amenities like adding shampoo/ conditioner. Other than that I loved my stay ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Awful experience and customer service
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Rooms lovely. Staff very unfriendly. No welcome at all
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Really nice hotel with very good food and friendly staff. Overall a very nice experience. A great base for a trip to Edinburgh with hop on hop off bus tours leaving from just across the road.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Good location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Craigmillar
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.
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Surgeon's Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
