Holyrood Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Scottish Parliament
As Scotland’s political center, this striking modern building hosts the nation's government and welcomes visitors to its events and exhibitions.
Dynamic Earth
You can study the exhibits at Dynamic Earth, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments.
Burns Monument
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Burns Monument. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Museum of Edinburgh
You can study the exhibits at Museum of Edinburgh, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Canongate Tolbooth
You can study the exhibits at Canongate Tolbooth, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Edinburgh. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Canongate Kirk
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh when you stop by Canongate Kirk. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
St. Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great spacious room. Very quiet. Excellent staff. Great location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
The hotel is convenient, and the location is perfect
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Royal Mile
Didn't use the kitchen.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Great stay! Very well located you walk a mile or so to Edinburgh Castle just a block away from The Royal Mile. Great restaurant, the breakfast is outstanding and dinner was excellent. Used the fitness area and was pleased with the equipment available and the conditions. Highly Recommended!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The room was fit for purpose.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Top room, top bar, v clean and comfy. Short walk to terminal to get food and flight. V good value and I would recommend highly
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
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.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
