Kingsknowe
Edinburgh
Visit Kingsknowe
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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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 romantic area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Dining Experience
Top hotels in Kingsknowe
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
No tea and coffee in the room. We called reception and had to call again after one hour of waiting for it, even then it didnt get delivered to the room.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Lovely place and very convenient
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Great location, clean rooms
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Throughly enjoyed our stay, room was spacious, staff couldn't have been more helpful
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean Room, lots of options for a Hostel. Great location on The Royal Mile. Walk to many Pubs, Restaurants, Parks, and shopping. Recommend Uber or Taxi if coming from train station as it is uphill and difficult to climb steep stairs with luggage in the rain. Also, the Lift at CODE was not working ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kingsknowe
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
