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.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums 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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Top hotels in Marchmont
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Clean comfortable beds and room. Friendly staff. Good food both breakfast and dinner were delicious and good value
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
The location was really close to dining and shopping options as well as the landmarks. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Price was very fair and location is amazing! Staff is excellent and friendly. The Restaurant offering a decent selection but not extensive although the quality is above average. No problem recommending this property while visiting Edinburgh
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel
well located hotel, helpful staff and good bedrooms and bathrooms. Shame the hotel bar and restaurant were not open.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Has that newer hotel experience. Close to the airport. Comfortable way to finish off our scotland trip.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 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 King's 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 Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
