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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,415 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(346 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
The Royal Mile which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes

Royal Mile

4.5/5(408 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(279 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(48 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.

Grassmarket

4.5/5(240 reviews)

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Things to do

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

$79
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

$39
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

$24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

$3
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

$94
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour

$127
per adult
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & the Scottish Highlands Tour
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Gifford Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
$245 nightly
The price is $294 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$294 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,018 reviews)
"Location is perfect. Room was a bit warm and there is no a/c. They did however provide some small fans on request. The streets at night can get loud and since you need the windows open to cool the room it can be hard to ignore."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
$256 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$307 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,774 reviews)
"Very convenient to restaurants and attractions"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
$196 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$235 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,296 reviews)
"Very good hotel overall. Nice, quiet location, easy to get around from new town. Good size family room. Great coffee and tea availability at reception."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh

2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
$128 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$154 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (957 reviews)
"As far as hostels go… I’d recommend this one. Perfect location"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
$208 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
$250 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,181 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay. The staff was very nice and friendly. It was close to everything. I was able to walk everywhere and felt safe. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

4 out of 5
1 Morrison Link, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland
$224 nightly
The price is $268 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$268 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,396 reviews)
"A stones throw from Haymarket Station. A walkable distance from the centre of Edinburgh, nicely of the beaten track at the end of the day. Plenty of local bars, restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores in the immediate area."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighborhoods around Gifford

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Portobello

5/5(1 area review)

Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.

Portobello
Newington

Newington

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.

Newington
Royal Yacht Britannia featuring boating and interior views

Leith

3/5(1 area review)

Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.

Leith
Scottish Parliament showing street scenes and a pool

Holyrood

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

Holyrood
National Library of Scotland which includes signage and interior views

Southside

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

Southside
ornamental tomb stone

Grange

Visitors to Grange like its restaurants and gardens, and Carlton Cricket Club is a sight worth a stop.

Grange
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