Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
You can browse the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two
You can study the exhibits at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Two, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Edinburgh. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathederal. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh: Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Edinburgh’s Most Iconic Afternoon Tea with Castle Views
Edinburgh Full Day Walking Tour with Castle Included -Small Group
Edinburgh: St Andrews, Dunfermline Abbey and Fife Coast Tour
Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh
Top hotels in West End
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Haymarket
Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.
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.
Merchiston
Merchiston is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Holy Corner, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.
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.
- St George's West Church
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Murrayfield Stadium
- Princes Street
- 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