Craigleith Travel Guide

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

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

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

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.

Princes Street
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 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
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(233 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Grassmarket

Grassmarket

4.5/5(442 reviews)

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.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

Rp5.518.734
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Rp1.280.346
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Rp640.173
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Rp397.349
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Rp529.798
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

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

Rp1.523.171
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Top hotels in Craigleith

Village Hotel Edinburgh

Village Hotel Edinburgh

4 out of 5
140 Crewe Road South, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is Rp2.759.473 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.759.473
Rp3.311.368 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was good. Loved that there was a Starbucks on site as well as a bar & grill. Staff were lovely. Easy enough to leave the car there and get an uber into the main city. My only real issue was that there was only shampoo in the shower and no conditioner.. for a girl with medium-long hair, ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Village Hotel Edinburgh
Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is Rp4.002.150 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp4.002.150
Rp4.802.580 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,015 reviews)
Great location
"Fab hotel in the best area of Edinburgh. One night one for a concert at the castle but would defo go back"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is Rp2.901.102 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp2.901.102
Rp3.766.408 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Had granddaughter with me the childrens buffet in evening was brillant for het All staff wete very helpful amd polite Breakfast is brillant as well"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is Rp4.644.468 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp4.644.468
Rp5.573.405 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
"Very convenient to restaurants and attractions"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.338.780 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp3.338.780
Rp4.006.536 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,296 reviews)
"Very good hotel overall. Nice, quiet location, easy to get around from new town. Good size family room. Great coffee and tea availability at reception."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is Rp2.417.738 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.417.738
Rp2.901.286 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (948 reviews)
"Our stay at CoDE Pod made the trip. The hostel was perfectly situated close to the main sites, and was a comfort to return to. Great food and bevies, friendly and enthusiastic staff, comfortable mattresses, and clean spaces. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith

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Stockbridge

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Stockbridge
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West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

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.

West End
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Haymarket

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

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.

Haymarket
Edinburgh which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

New Town

4.5/5(1,225 area reviews)

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.

New Town
Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline

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.

Edinburgh City Centre
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Tollcross

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

Tollcross

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