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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
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.
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 Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Private Greyfriars Kirkyard tour - 'Meet' the dead of Old Edinburgh!
Edinburgh: Palace of Holyroodhouse Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Colinton
![Cityroomz Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/544700/544658/463bdd19_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024
![Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035400/4035314/5cd29d6a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278100/2278092/714a675b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Apex Grassmarket Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62800/62750/302bc9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![YOTEL Edinburgh](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36670000/36667900/36667881/118bf85b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22000/21999/05372291_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Colinton
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Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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Bruntsfield
Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.
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Murrayfield
If you're spending time in Murrayfield, you might enjoy attractions like Edinburgh Zoo and Murrayfield Stadium. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Murrayfield Stadium Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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Corstorphine
Visitors to Corstorphine enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Edinburgh Zoo is worth a stop.
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Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Royal Highland Centre
- Arthur's Seat
- Edinburgh Port
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Princes Street Gardens
- Calton Hill
- Rosslyn Chapel