Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Outlander Adventure from Edinburgh
Full-Day Trip: Sands and Castles of East Lothian from Edinburgh
Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Quiet, clean. Twin room so had 2 large beds per person. Very spacious room. Used the pool and sauna which was nice and included in our stay. Location is great. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great stay specially the location in the hart of the old town
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
We had an amazing stay, can’t fault anything from check in and check out.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
YOTEL Edinburgh
All fine
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Market Street Hotel
Would absolutely stay here again! Comfy, cosy, and close to multiple forms of transit. I was especially impressed with the quality of the soundproofing on the room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
This hotel is located within minute
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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.
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.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Royal Mile.
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.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
