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 art galleries 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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Vietnam House Art Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Vietnam House Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Edinburgh. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Edinburgh with a trip to St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Top hotels in West End
The Resident Edinburgh
"Spacious rooms, great location."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
"Great staff. Great breakfast. On par for price."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
"Great stay, the only issue was the late opening of breakfast at 7:15am"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Very clean room with a lot attention shown to detail."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
"Good hotel but a bit for from the town"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Hoxton Edinburgh
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 20 May 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 Edinburgh Gin Distillery. 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.
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 noteworthy features of Stockbridge. Make a stop by St. Stephens Centre or St Bernard's Well while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Marchmont
Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.
