Popular places to visit

Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two
You can study the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.

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.

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.

Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
Top hotels in West End

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Cityroomz Edinburgh
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voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
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Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighbourhoods around West End

Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.

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.

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.