Marchmont 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.
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.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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.
Things to do
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Glasgow: Kelpies, St Andrews and Fife Adventure
Outlander Adventure from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Marchmont
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Fabulous room. Great pool and sauna. Super room view of the castle very comfortable beds
Reviewed on 16 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
Spent a night at the hostel. I really appreciated how clean and well kept the place was. Staff were all friendly. Definitely will return in the future.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Staff were amazing and excellent facilities
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Comfortable beds, friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Clean and beautiful place to spend your weekend
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marchmont
Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while in the area.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
