Broughton Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Sherlock Holmes Statue
Learn about the local history of Edinburgh when you spend time at Sherlock Holmes Statue. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
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
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals 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 Food & Drink Tour with EatWalk Tours
Slow portraits on tin - A victorian photography session
Edinburgh Custom Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Edinburgh: Guided Whisky Tasting & Walking Tour
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Broughton
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street.
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 Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Royal Mile – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
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.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Highland Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Calton Hill
- Edinburgh Port