Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre
Calton Hill which includes skyline, general coastal views and a city
Edinburgh Castle showing heritage architecture and a city
Edinburgh Castle which includes a statue or sculpture, a monument and a castle
Calton Hill featuring military items and a sunset

Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,415 reviews)

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

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

Royal Mile

4.5/5(408 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
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(346 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4/5(53 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.

Grassmarket

4.5/5(240 reviews)

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

Grassmarket
George Street

George Street

4.5/5(162 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at George Street. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

George Street

Things to do

Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

￥10,296
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

￥12,120
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

￥3,409
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

￥5,492
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

￥10,983
per adult
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern

￥5,018
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Scottish Tasting Platter at The Tolbooth Tavern
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Edinburgh City Centre Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥26,417 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥26,417
￥31,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,754 reviews)
Great hotel
"Lovely hotel: clean, quiet, great staff and comfortable rooms. Andreas and Elka on front desk were EXCEPTIONALLY helpful"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥24,435 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥24,435
￥29,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
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! (1,589 reviews)
Great location, lovely hotel.
"Stayed here with my 11 year old Grandson and he loved it. We used the pool which he really enjoyed and breakfast was lovely. Location was perfect and all the staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥18,383 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥18,383
￥22,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,993 reviews)
"An excellent location with tidy and functional rooms. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
3 out of 5
77 South Bridge, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥18,164 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥18,164
￥21,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,430 reviews)
"The location was perfect, 2 blocks down from the Royal Mile!! Rooms were clean, the staff were absolutely amazing. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2025

ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥18,880 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
￥18,880
￥22,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
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! (2,280 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel close to everything."

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
5 out of 5
1 India Buildings, Victoria Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ￥33,718 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
￥33,718
￥40,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,042 reviews)
"A really cosy and beautiful room. We enjoyed two nights stay very much."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(898 area reviews)

Discover original neo-classical and Georgian architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing the National Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy Building. Shop along Princes Street, George Street, and the newly redeveloped St James Quarter.

New Town
Old Town Edinburgh showing street scenes, outdoor eating and a city

Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,280 area reviews)

Preserving its medieval street plan, this UNESCO World Heritage Site features the Royal Mile, St. Giles' Cathedral, and the National Museum of Scotland. Explore narrow closes and hidden passages for a unique experience.

Old Town Edinburgh
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

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

Holyrood
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Stockbridge

5/5(20 area reviews)

Historic 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.

Stockbridge
Love these little houses built on a slope

Broughton

Travelers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.

Broughton
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.

Southside

Edinburgh City Centre