Stockbridge Travel Guide
Edinburgh
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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 Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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 Stockbridge
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
room was clean and as expected Used EV charger by the zoo... free parking after 1700 until 1000. Free parking 24 hours at hotel. Breakfast great and gluten free options available All good
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Great location, was walking distance from everywhere. Clean room.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Great location, clean and practical, thanks
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Clean rooms and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Room was clean and tidy and the staff very friendly, helping with any query and held our bags safely and securely when we checked out as we had a late flight out of Edinburgh, allowing us to go out for the day without the hassle of carrying around luggage. Perfectly located with shops, malls and ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stockbridge
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.
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.
Broughton
Travellers come to Broughton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sherlock Holmes Statue and Edinburgh Printmakers’ Workshop & Gallery while you're in town.
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.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
