Abbeyhill Travel Guide
Edinburgh





Popular places to visit

Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse is just one of the places to see in Edinburgh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and lively festivals.

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

Princes Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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.

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

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Edinburgh: The Mary Queen of Scots Guided Walking Tour

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour

Edinburgh: Arthur's Seat Hike with Local Guide

Edinburgh: Guided Hike to Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Abbeyhill

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

Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, George Square and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Mansfield Place Church while you're in town.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Princes Street or Royal Mile and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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 Castle
- Princes Street
- Royal Mile
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Highland Centre
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Calton Hill