Riccarton 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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the lively festivals and shops 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Escape from Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Riccarton
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
When you book through hotels.com you can't amend your stay, e.g. shorten it by a day, once the stay has started. So I'm out by over a hundred quid just because I booked through this crappy website instead of direct.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Great place exceptional location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Hotel has the style of a frat house. $15 for parking. Advertise heating and AC. But there was no AC. When inquired with management was advised to open the window. Bathroom is the size of a cruise ship cabin bathroom. Breakfast was good. Not recommended (by me)
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Hotel was in a convenient area, handy to Bus and trams. Rooms were clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
The location to Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street is very close. Which was wonderful. The Metro restaurant onsite is amazing. The food was so delicious. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The prices are cheaper and better than the pub food in the Grassmarket. The room was very clean. The staff are very ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
