Granton 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 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 Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
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: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Glasgow: Kelpies, St Andrews and Fife Adventure
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Granton
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
I enjoyed my stay at Apex Grassmarket , with excellent castle views from my room. Kudos to the Front desk in particular for locating my Apple charger which I left behind upon checkout. I really appreciate it
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The hotel was centrally located and conveniently near the Edinburgh Christmas Market. Nice, clean hotel. The staff are friendly and super helpful. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great location and breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Everything at the hotel was fabulous, the only issue we had was the morning we were checking out. We were due to check out at noon yet the housekeeper kept knocking on our door trying to get the room done. I don’t find this acceptable when we are entitled to stay in the room until noon. This was ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
We come every year and as always everything was good. Staff friendly rooms clean and breakfast good.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Granton
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.
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.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
New Town
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.
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.
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.
