Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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Popular places to visit
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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
I enjoyed my stay at Apex Grassmarket , with excellent castle views from my room. Kudos to the Front desk in particular for locating my Apple charger which I left behind upon checkout. I really appreciate it
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Rooms were nice and spacious especially for the UK. Everything was very clean and the amenities were great. Good location too.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great location and breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Lovely staff who were accommodating with early check in, milk for my tea. Very clean and nicely located.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Market Street Hotel
Great hotel, service and amenities was great! Rooms were clean and the location to the train and attractions was awesome! Highly recommended
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
The hotel rooms were clean comfortable and well equipped. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The hotel bar was beautiful and the location was perfect.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
