Inverleith Travel Guide
Edinburgh





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Popular places to visit

Royal Botanic Garden
Relax after sightseeing among the exotic plants and Victorian greenhouses of this swath of nature in the heart of Edinburgh.

Inverleith Park
After visiting Inverleith Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Edinburgh. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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

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.

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.

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

Edinburgh Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Inverleith

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Inverleith

Stockbridge
Historical sites, museums and art galleries highlight some of the notable features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St Bernard's Well while you're exploring.

Bonnington
Though Bonnington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre.

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 Assembly Rooms and George Street.

Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mansfield Place Church and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.

Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Princes Street
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- Princes Street Gardens
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- Royal Highland Centre
- Arthur's Seat
- National Museum of Scotland
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Edinburgh Port
- Rosslyn Chapel
- Calton Hill