Gladsmuir 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.

Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops 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.
Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

Glasgow: Kelpies, St Andrews and Fife Adventure
Top hotels in Gladsmuir

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Location of hotel for exploring Edinburgh is excellent and public transport to / from the Airport & further afield is excellent & easy to access. We were first time visitors & used the Airlink bus. All the hotel staff were so friendly & could not have been more helpful. The food we had, including ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Breakfast was fresh and plentiful, lots of choice , pool was a bonus with both sauna and steam room working . Great Hairdresser tucked away in a corner , her name is Cheryl and she saved the day with a great cut and blowdry , Rooms were big enough and stocked with water tea and coffee, did not realise ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Nice location. Efficient modern style rooms.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Excellent service, staff couldn’t be more helpful Very central to all of the historic things to see in Edinburgh. Plenty of pubs & restaurants.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gladsmuir

Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.

Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Pickering's Gin Distillery while you're exploring the area.

Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and George Square are top sights worth seeing.

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.


