Craigleith Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Craigleith
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 Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Old Town and Underground Historical Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Craigleith
Village Hotel Edinburgh
Room was clean pool water warm breakfast on point
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Very clean and comfortable room. The front desk staff was helpful
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Spotlessly clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, delicious breakfast, clean rooms, and great location. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Absolutely amazing experience for staying here! Location was excellent. Staffs were nice and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. There were so many activities to join everyday.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
Everything was great except for the bar and restaurant were closed I booked that hotel because of that it would have been nice to be told in advance
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Craigleith
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.
West End
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.
Haymarket
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.
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.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
