Dirleton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Full-Day Trip: Sands and Castles of East Lothian from Edinburgh
Glasgow Wildlife Centre Higlands Cow Apacas Walking Tour
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Top hotels in Dirleton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Front desk staff was extremely helpful, room was clean, dinner was good and convenient location to castle and shopping and the Hop On/Off Bus!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great location. We walked to the Royal mile, Edinburgh castle. It’s so close to the mall with tons of restaurants. Its walkable the airport bus and train station.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
We stayed in the quadruple room with a view of the city. The room and bathroom were clean! The room smelled fresh! The staff was friendly. We felt welcome. The location is amazing! Walkable to Edinburgh Castle and to many restaurants and shops! Being able to store our belongings before and after ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Hotel was lovely, room was bright and airy
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
Great place.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Yes the bar offered plenty of variety
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dirleton
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery and Sherlock Holmes Statue while you're in town.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
