Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh
Calton Hill which includes skyline, general coastal views and a city

Popular places to visit

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Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
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Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
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Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

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.

Princes Street
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Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
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Grassmarket

4.5/5(442 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Grassmarket
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George Street

4.5/5(393 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

George Street

Things to do

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Queensferry: 1.5-Hour Maid of the Forth Sightseeing Cruise

HK$178
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Queensferry: 1.5-Hour Maid of the Forth Sightseeing Cruise
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Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$973 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
HK$973
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (492 reviews)
"Nice way to accommodate visiting travellers, or runners in the Edinburgh marathon... It was great to stay and be with helpful, friendly hosts, taking photos the wonderful local landmark, a bagpiper next to a statue.. helped me stay out of the rain, .. will return one day, ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$2,212 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
HK$2,212
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,080 reviews)
"On site parking was excellent with in and out privileges. That made this hotel perfect for us."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,878 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
HK$1,878
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,075 reviews)
"This hotel gets everything right"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,653 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
HK$1,653
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,028 reviews)
"The hotsl is designed in a juvenile fashion. The staff is very kind and willing to assist"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

YOTEL Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Picardy Place Top Of Leith Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is HK$1,655 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
HK$1,655
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
4 out of 5
43 Jeffrey Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$2,079 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
HK$2,079
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,365 reviews)
"Location was perfect. The room had no sitting chair and a small table like the other hotels so we had to sit on the bed, that was a little uncomfortable. But overall it was a nice place."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(1,225 area reviews)

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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

New Town
Old Town showing heritage elements and street scenes

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,168 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Stockbridge

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by Inverleith Park or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Stockbridge
National Library of Scotland featuring signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and The Meadows are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
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Bonnington

Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.

Bonnington

Edinburgh City Centre