Edinburgh City Centre
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Great location, very good staff, nice and clean, great room. Overall very happy.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The room was clean, modern and spacious. The staff were friendly and attentive. Would definitely stay again. The VIP benefit was not discussed when we checked in, I had to ask about it. There were no notes on the system. I was given this benefit but only because I was a previous customer who had ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Staff was so nice and friendly! Room was perfect and the prison theme was so cool throughout the hotel! Would definitely stay here again! :)
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
Lovely spotless room. Clean and comfortable. Very easy place to stay with everything you need. Love toiletries.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Great stay in CENTRAL location. Room was a good size and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Market Street Hotel
Roomy room was exactly what we needed for our stay in Edinburgh! Lovely thoughtful touches and very helpful staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 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.
