Popular places to visit
Royal Yacht Britannia
Glimpse the life of royalty in the elegant rooms of what was once the Queen of England's personal cruise liner and Britain's ambassadorial ship overseas.
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
St. Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife from Edinburgh
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Top hotels in Newhaven
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
The room was fit for purpose.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Top room, top bar, v clean and comfy. Short walk to terminal to get food and flight. V good value and I would recommend highly
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great staff answered all my questions highly recommend
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Food is good. Service helpful and prompt. USB Connectors in the room were flakey. Mechanically loose, insufficient current to charge my phone.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
The shower didn't drain very well, but apart from that we really enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Great staff and the hotel is centrally located. There are times that it got noisy because I was on the first floor which was close to the bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newhaven
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
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.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
