Marchmont Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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 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 Playhouse Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 + Kids Go Free Offer
Full-Day Trip: Glenfinnan Viaduct & The Highlands from Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Old Town Walking Tour History and Tales in Edinburgh
Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
Top hotels in Marchmont
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Great location, comfy bed. But they need to work on cleaning the shower a bit more.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Loved our stay at CODE - The Court. As a family it was brilliant having a family room with bunk beds for the younger ones. Everything was so clean and service was amazing. The staff were all so helpful with any questions we had. Will definitely be back
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
We had an amazing stay, can’t fault anything from check in and check out.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Beautiful memories, friendly staff and clean environment
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
The hotel is in an amazing area, its so nice and peaceful. The bed was a lot firmer from what I would usually like and the walk down to the bus stop at the bottom is all on the main driveway road, but other than that its an amazing place, with fantastic staff
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marchmont
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.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Forth and Clyde and Union Canals Trail while in the area.
Grange
Travellers enjoy Grange for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Carlton Cricket Club while you're in the area.
Newington
Historical sites, museums and cafes are just a few things travellers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.
Marchmont Travel Guide
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- Murrayfield Stadium
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Princes Street Gardens
- Royal Highland Centre
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Calton Hill
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Edinburgh Port
