West End Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Dean Village
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a stop at Dean Village. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
You can take time to visit Johnnie Walker Princes Street during your travels to Edinburgh.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Edinburgh Gin Distillery
You can take time to visit Edinburgh Gin Distillery during your travels to Edinburgh. Experience the area's lively festivals and entertainment choices.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh: Rosslyn Chapel, the Borders & Glenkinchie Distillery
Top hotels in West End
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Very friendly staff at reception, clean room, quiet…
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
Room so beautiful, hotel stunning, staff fabulous, great location, and very reasonable
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Room was clean, small - but well enough kitted out for a short stay … I wouldn’t want to stay for more than a couple of nights though !! My room was next to the main door to the lifts - every time someone opened or closed it the whole room shook !! That’s the only reason it is a 4 and not a 5
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Room was ok, staff were friendly and welcoming ans the hotel is in a great location. My wife said the beds were too hard but i thoughts they were comfy
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Room was great - very spacious. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
voco Edinburgh-Haymarket by IHG
Broken bathroom door, sink not draining, heat broken first night. Not great.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
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 Vietnam House Art Gallery. 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.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while in the area.
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.
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.
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 George Street and St. Andrew Square.
