Gladsmuir Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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 fascinating museums 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.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Gladsmuir
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
We only stayed a night friendly people child was happy with the place food was good swimming pool was good but as it’s not that big was very over crowded apart from that was overall nice
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Staff here was amazing!!! They made us feel so welcome and it was very safe—I was traveling with my three children and it felt so safe and easy to be there.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Very nice
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
We loved everything
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Resident Edinburgh
Nice location, Restaurants very close, hop on and hop off stop like 5 minutes walking distance . Hotel staff very helpfull and warm .
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
Centrally located. Large, bright room. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gladsmuir
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
