Edinburgh City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Edinburgh City Centre
Stay near popular Edinburgh City Centre attractions
Things to do

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in Edinburgh City Centre

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Great location, next to Princes Street and rail station, uphill walk to Royal Mile and Old Town so need to be fit! Hotel has excellent facilities, including pool and gym. Breakfast freshly prepared and buffet options. Staff very friendly and helpful. Enjoyable 4 days."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"The breakfast was great. They had Greek style yogurt, which I really like, and they had nice fruit and pastries, and an also a menu that you could order from with great porridge and waffles. The staff was very helpful and they were always to be found in the hallway. My room was very, very clean and ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

YOTEL Edinburgh

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
Where to stay in Edinburgh City Centre

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.

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.

Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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




























