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
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Top hotels in Holyrood
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great location for the old & new town. Breakfast was very good & staff very friendly & helpful. Room was clean on arrival and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 26 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
Premier Inn Edinburgh Cc Royal Mile
Nice staff let us check in early.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh - Royal Mile
It’s too far away from everything. The rooms were closets and the air conditioning was not good.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Great to have two double beds in the twin room Spa area, whilst small was a really nice add on. The bar shut a little bit early at 11pm The breakfast was fresh with an extensive choice but didn't cater particularly well for vegetarians (both of us are) with no veggie sausages/ haggis/ bacon. The ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Overall, the property was clean and well maintained. The staff was polite and excellent. Only complaint was that it was a bit hot at times and air conditioning would have been nice.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holyrood
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – 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 Royal Mile 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.
