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.
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Old Town and Underground Historical Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Barnton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very comfortable beds. Excellent location
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Comfortable bed, had a evening meal which was nioce and the pool was great!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, delicious breakfast, clean rooms, and great location. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Very nice central hotel with a great bar.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Nice and clean ,quick response from staff to check us in. Got to use the gym which was ok ,few machines broken.food wasn't the best for the price .felt like it was over priced microwave meal
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Market Street Hotel
Fresh breakfast. Terrific staff. Complimentary champagne! Wish hotels.com had told me breakfast was not included in my rate.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barnton
Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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.
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.
