Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh City Centre
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.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
George Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at George Street. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Loved it!!! Will definitely be back! Great location, friendly & helpful staff, plus loved the indoor pool & steam room.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Clean rooms, great location, helpful staff
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Best deal on the Royal Mile. Sharing space with strangers isn’t for everyone, but all of us were respectful of each other’s privacy and need for sleep. Clean, great facilities, consistently friendly staff. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Staff were wonderfully friendly and helpful, rooms were great- nice, clean and comfortable. Location was ideal as well for getting around just a really nice stay.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
The staff was so kind and greeted us right away assisting with our bags and offering us a beverage upon arrival. We were exhausted after the walk from the train station and they helped us get settled and take our bags so we could settle for a bit and then sight see till our room was ready. Loved ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Edinburgh City Centre
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Scottish Parliament and Dynamic Earth.
Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.
Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
