Dirleton Travel Guide

Edinburgh

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Photo by Russell Porter
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Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
Photo by Jock Watson
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Photo by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Dirleton" by Elisa.rolle (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(233 reviews)

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Things to do

Full-Day Tour: Sands and Castles of East Lothian From Edinburgh

Full-Day Trip: Sands and Castles of East Lothian from Edinburgh

฿2,418
per adult
Full-Day Trip: Sands and Castles of East Lothian from Edinburgh
At Bo'ness Railway Station

Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

฿5,277
per adult
Trains and Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion
Puffins in Scotland on a trip from Edinburgh

Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh

฿7,036
per adult
Puffin Boat Trip & Tantallon Castle Day Trip from Edinburgh
Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail

Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail

฿439
per traveller
Self Drive Scottish Heritage Golf Trail
Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit A Scottish Wildlife Center

Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit a Scottish Wildlife Centre

฿29,901
per traveller
Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Visit a Scottish Wildlife Centre
Each member of your party will have the opportunity to lead their own alpaca on a farm walk!

Glasgow Wildlife Centre Higlands Cow Apacas Walking Tour

฿29,901
per traveller
Glasgow Wildlife Centre Higlands Cow Apacas Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Dirleton

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿7,789 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿7,789
฿9,347 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,963 reviews)
"It was wonderful to be located under the castle and so close."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿7,783 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿7,783
฿9,340 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,736 reviews)
"Another excellent stay- hotel is friendly, very convenient for station, shops, walking around the city. Rooms spacious, spotlessly clean, and quiet even with heavy traffic around - the double glazing really works. Breakfast good."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,412 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿6,412
฿7,695 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,274 reviews)
"Easy self service checkout, very comfy bed, clean room, good shower and reasonably well located."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿4,590 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿4,590
฿5,509 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (925 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. The staff is lovely. The bathrooms are very clean and the property is managed well."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿6,811 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿6,811
฿8,173 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,129 reviews)
"Great location right on the Royal Mile. Comfortable and clean. In an old castle-looking building with up to date furnishings, decor and technology. Very eco-friendly."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
3 out of 5
69 Belford Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is ฿3,128 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,128
฿3,754 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms in their ...
5.8/10 (1,206 reviews)
"The hotel was near to the venue where we needed to be"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Other neighbourhoods around Dirleton

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Portobello

5/5(4 area reviews)

Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Coade Stone Columns.

Portobello
Royal Yacht Britannia featuring interior views and boating

Leith

5/5(1 area review)

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Edinburgh Port and Royal Yacht Britannia 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.

Leith
Scottish Parliament featuring a pool and street scenes

Holyrood

While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.

Holyrood
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Broughton

Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Mansfield Place Church while you're in town.

Broughton
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Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,168 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Town Edinburgh
National Library of Scotland featuring signage and interior views

Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, George Square and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Southside

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