Holyrood
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Scottish Parliament
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
Dynamic Earth
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Canongate Tolbooth
You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
People's Story Museum
You can study the exhibits at People's Story Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Things to do
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
From the warm welcome by reception staff, a thoroughly clean room, well kitted out just perfect for our needs for a weekend away.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
Excellent experience overall. Luggage storage provided for us to leave our bags early before check in. 24/7 drinks and charging station at the restaurant on the main floor very convenient. Room wasn’t big but wasn’t small, was comfortable amount of space. Only small garbage can in bathroom in room. ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Breakfast value for money. Set us up for the day to tackle the hills
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
BrewDog DogHouse Edinburgh
Centrally located to the best of Edinburgh
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very reasonable for a hotel in the heart of Edinburgh. 5* staff and amenities. The room had an amazing view of the castle.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
The staff member on reception was fantastic with my son & brother who has special needs. The rooms are a bit tatty but comfy beds & pillows. I left my electric toothbrush by mistake, called them the next morning but no sign 🙁
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Festival Theatre and Royal Commonwealth Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
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.
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.
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.
