Slateford Travel Guide
Edinburgh

Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Corn Exchange
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, a popular theatre in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

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

Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

Original Harry Potter Locations Tour in Edinburgh : Guided Tour
Top hotels in Slateford

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Room had lovely view over Pentland hills.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Lovely and helpful staff, clean room, plenty of things to do nearby and not too far from the town.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
No breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Good Breakfast, & plenty of choice . Excellent value. Reception staff were very pleasant & helpfull. We were upgraded to a master suite as it was my husband's 90 birthday. & birthday cake in room.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Rooms were clean, staff were friendly, and Wifi worked perfectly.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Room was clean and well presented, however there was mould noted around the window area which was disappointing for a recently redecorated room. Hotel was clean and tidy on entering and staff were welcoming. Would come back for another visit as it is positioned in a great location for Edinburgh.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Slateford

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.

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 The Braid Hills while you're in town.

Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.

West End
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – 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.
